Director of Programming (Film 45)

Job Description

This position is will oversee unscripted and documentary/docuseries current productions for Film 45.

This role will be the point person on current productions, serving as a liaison between internal and external clients.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Work in conjunction with the Development department to transition projects that have been picked up into greenlit productions;

Spearhead staffing efforts for current productions;

Work with show’s producers, studio executives to solve creative and production-related issues;

Provide notes on cuts, ensuring consistent quality of work;

Looping in HR, EIC, Finance, etc.

when necessary to ensure that all Film 45 policies and procedures are being followed;

Building, maintaining relationships as well as working strategically with network contacts;

Ensure that show is staying on budget, alerting the proper team members regarding any foreseeable issues.

All show-related decisions should be made with the budget in mind;

Work with legal to facilitate above-the-line agreements;

Work with Creative partners and Showrunners to ensure that agreed to concepts are fully realized in viable production plans;

Build and maintain relationships with producers, directors, and above-the-line talent;

Serve as project point exec for Film 45 departments and external network partners;

Coordinate project release and marketing plan with internal film 45 marketing, Endeavor comms team and network PR.

Education and Work Experience

Minimum 4 years in unscripted current or development capacity;

Minimum 6 years of experience in television and have experience in development and/or production.

Core Competencies

Experience in unscripted television development or current programming, ideally from either a production or a development stand-point
– network, studio or pod;

Team player who works well with others, exhibits flexibility, is an avid TV watcher, strategic thinker and articulate communicator;

Forward-thinking, proactive problem solver who presents ideas and solutions, and has the ability and confidence to cover series on their own and work with individuals with widely varying personalities;

Assertive, enthusiastic and highly motivated self-starter with a passion for unscripted material;

Polished with good interpersonal skills, creative sensitivity and diplomacy;

Innovative and entrepreneurial with ability to anticipate/be proactive;

Strong relationships with agents, managers, writers, directors and producers;

Relationships with broadcast, cable and streaming counterparts a plus;

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high energy environment.

Endeavor is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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