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We are looking for an experienced drama executive with a proven track record for developing drama commissions, seeing them through from early concept to greenlight. The executive will be responsible for maintaining the Poison Pen slate along with the Executive Producer and President, working with them to keep the slate commercial and precise.
Job Responsibility:
Working with the President and the Executive Producer to manage and build on both the UK and US slate
Have a strong knowledge of writers (established and emerging) and an understanding of their suitability to particular projects/genres
To foster and nurture new and existing writing talent
Read books and scripts under consideration and provide feedback as needed
Provide creative feedback and direction on key stages throughout the development process for writers and development team
To bring ideas to development meetings in line with our development strategies
Communicate with broadcasters / commissioners regularly, alongside the ITV distribution team
Cultivate relationships with agents, writers and creatives within the industry
Pitching the slate internally and externally
Strategising what the slate is missing, where the market is going and ensure the team is aware of creative goals
Monitor and remain on top of trends in programming
Requirements:
Demonstrable experience as a credited Development Executive (or experienced Scripted Editor) for a minimum of at least two high-end drama productions
A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience working in development for a television production company with a proven track record in high-end drama
Demonstrable passion for scripted TV
Strong understanding of the development process in high-end drama
Proven experience in actively researching and identifying up-and-coming writers and directors within the British television landscape
Experience managing script submission processes, including responding professionally and efficiently to literary agents and established writers
Direct experience providing constructive and insightful development and script notes for high-end drama productions
Involvement in taking television drama projects from their initial concept stage through to script commission and development
Proficiency in using Final Draft
Familiarity with and passion for Poison Pen slate
Nice to have:
Strong knowledge of British TV writers, both established and new, and understanding their strengths
Excellent editorial skills and instincts to spot strong projects and give helpful feedback on scripts and ideas
Experience of story editing
Good relationships with literary agents and a talent for building strong connections with writers
Experience in contributing creative ideas to develop projects with senior colleagues
Demonstrable ability to communicate clearly (both written and verbal) and inclusively with people from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences with the ability to give clear and sensitive feedback
Excellent written skills to deliver a variety of supporting documents quickly and accurately
An understanding of diverse UK audiences and a perspective on how to make programmes that appeal to them
Experience in presenting project ideas to TV channels or senior leaders
Well-organised and able to manage multiple projects at once, paying attention to detail
Ability to conduct thorough research to support both development and production, ensuring accuracy
An understanding of and alignment with Poison Pen’s values around diversity, inclusion and accessibility in storytelling
A passion for commercial TV (particularly crime and thriller), film, theatre, and comedy, with a keen interest in discovering new talent and trends
A flexible, problem-solving mindset, able to navigate new challenges in a fast- paced, growing company
Comfortable with a hands-on, multifaceted role, where responsibilities may evolve as the company grows
A keen interest in books, graphic novels, animation, podcasts, documentaries, global narratives, and other mediums that could spark new project ideas
What we offer:
Flexible working with a range of options
Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
Annual bonus opportunity
Competitive pension contribution
Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life