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Manager, Unscripted TV Development

MGM

Burbank, CA 05-25-2021
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description

Evolution Media is seeking a motivated, creative, and detail-oriented manager to add to the development team. The ideal candidate comes from a development background, with experience creating pitch materials and generating new ideas. Must have a thorough understanding of the unscripted development process and a comprehensive grasp on current market trends.

Responsibilities:
* Manage multiple projects in various stages of development, from conception to series order
* Support the development team in creating all pitch materials including paper, decks, sizzles, presentations, etc.
* Organize, refine, and execute creative notes
* Conduct casting interviews and produce cohesive stringouts
* Track current market trends through mandates and network calls
* Engage in internal pitch meetings, regularly contributing new ideas to the team
* Attend and actively engage in pitches
* Collaborate with third-party producers, agents, and managers

Requirements:
* 3+ years experience in unscripted television development
* Substantial, hands-on experience in all unscripted genres
* Understanding of costs, budgets, and production schedules
* Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Ability to write clearly, creatively, and convincingly
* Strong research skills
* Proficiency with PowerPoint, Photoshop, video editing software, and production
* Well organized, highly motivated and a strategic thinker
* Actively takes initiative

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rve53j-3-145-131-28-42 in your application.

Company Profile
MGM

Become a part of one of the most dynamic and iconic entertainment studios in the world. Enjoy a collegial familial work environment that is brimming with excitement growth and success. Our team is full of forward thinking, open minded, and enthusiastic employees that continuously nourish our growing company. We are committed to bringing on the most talented, passionate and creative people, who want to succeed at a company that promotes internal growth and encourages opportunities to those who are passionate about growing alongside this company.

https://www.mgm.com/corporate/careers