Commissioning Editor

Job Description

About The Role & Team
T he National Geographic Commissioning Editor is responsible for expertly guiding projects across the full lifecycle of production, from concept to creation , to delivery and broadcast for premium and non-premium global and international series, as well as special hours for both Disney+ and linear channel s .
T his person should demonstrate a true storytelling agility through a deft application of the craft across a broad range of genres from adventure, science, history, docu-drama , hosted and premium factual.
Some recent examples of projects that the Global team has worked on include: Limitless with Chris Hemsworth , Tucci In Italy , Tsunami Race Against Time and Titanic: The Digital Resurrection , while EMEA projects include Car SOS , Europe From Above , Lost Treasures Of Egypt , Ice Road Rescue and Hitler's Last Stand .
Th e Commissioning Editor will collaborate closely with production companies to provide editorial guidance that enables producers to create compelling visual content with powerful storytelling, resulting in entertaining programs that meet/exceed ratings goals.
This role will cover both EMEA projects as well as G lobal ones , working across both linear channels and Disney+. They will report to the SVP of Production, with a dotted line into the SVP Development.
This is an office-based role, with 4 days a week working in the Hammersmith, London office and 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday).
What You Will Do
Create premium programming that exceeds ratings targets.
• Collaborating with producers to implement the programming strategy .
• C ommunicating channel needs and strategy to producers .
• W orking up proposals to take them through the greenlight process, pre-production, casting, scripting, rough-cuts, fine cut and final delivery.
Deliver shows that are on budget and schedule.
• Work closely with Production Management to maintain highest editorial standards within budgetary requirements.
• Provide timely feedback to production companies to maintain production schedule and make sure all contractual obligations are met.
Coordinate with Marketing, Ad Sales, Communications and Digital to provide information and materials necessary for the development and generation of Cross-Platform content initiatives and strategy.
Work closely with Research to ensure factual accuracy and maintain the highest brand standards. Work with analytics/insights teams to strategize topics, titling, audience demographic in order to increase TSV and ratings.

Experience
• We are looking for a seasoned executive, with extensive experience working as a commissioning editor or executive producer.
• E xperience working across a broad range of unscripted genres .
• A firm understanding of both linear and streaming audience sensibilities.
• Working k nowledge of p roduction b udgets and a bility to analyse ratings and other research data to better understand NG's own programming and the competitive landscape.
Competencies
• E xcellent communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and manage relationships with both external producing partners as well as within NG's internal corporate structure .
• NG Channel Executives are ambassadors and protectors of the National Geographic Brand. They will be expected uphold the standards and practices of the National Geographic brand in a variety of environments .
The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
This role is based in London, UK
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About National Geographic:
National Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), a joint venture between Disney and the National Geographic Society, is committed to bringing the world premium science, adventure and exploration content across an unrivaled portfolio of media assets. NGP combines the global National Geographic television channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) with National Geographic's media and consumer-oriented assets, including National Geographic magazines; National Geographic studios; related digital and social media platforms; books; maps; children's media; and ancillary activities that include travel, global experiences and events, archival sales, licensing and e-commerce businesses. Furthering knowledge and understanding of our world has been the core purpose of National Geographic for 131 years, and now we are committed to going deeper, pushing boundaries, going further for our consumers … and reaching millions of people around the world in 172 countries and 43 languages every month as we do it. NGP returns 27 percent of our proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation and education.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call National Geographic.
The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-9zzb04-216-73-216-0-42 in your application.