
Director, Scripted Originals
Tubi
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Los Angeles • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $155,400 - $164,900 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Execute on scripted original content within Tubi
- Oversee all aspects of projects under your supervision
- Manage a slate of projects from development through delivery
- Source, identify, and evaluate IP and original story opportunities
- Develop concepts from assigned production companies within your pod
- Maintain relationships with filmmakers and talent
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on greenlight analysis and deal negotiations
- Oversee all creative elements including script, cast, director, writer, and producer selections
- Manage all aspects of pre-production, including production methodology, locations, wardrobe, and casting
- Oversee physical production and quality control
- Ensure Tubi meets all deadlines agreed upon with production companies
- Partner closely with Production team on budgets and timelines
- Collaborate with Finance teams on content spend
- Serve as primary point person between Tubi and Marketing/PR
- Supervise and manage direct reports, including creative executives and coordinators
- Represent Tubi at conferences and press opportunities
Requirements
- At least 7 years of prior experience as a creative executive and/or development and production experience at a leading entertainment or technology company
- Significant relationships with talent, with the ability to bring new and emerging talent to the platform
- Demonstrated ability to oversee all phases of production
- A deep understanding of how to develop and produce content that creatively resonates with viewers based on data and insights
- Demonstrated ability to successfully develop and produce content across all budget levels
- Excellent relationship-building skills
- Encyclopedic knowledge and love of movies and television shows - this is fun!
- Strong financial management skills, including the ability to analyze production budgets, maintain disciplined spend, and analyze the cost/benefit of overages/breakage
- Established high-level relationships throughout the entertainment industry, specifically with production entities at studios and TV networks, as well as independent producers
- Willingness to travel as needed to production shoots that could be anywhere globally
- BA or BS degree required
Benefits
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
- Flexible Time off Policy
- Generous Parental Leave Program
- Monthly wellness reimbursement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
project managementproduction methodologybudget analysiscontent developmentquality controlscript oversightcastingdeal negotiationsgreenlight analysisrelationship management
Soft skills
relationship-buildingleadershipcollaborationcommunicationcreativityfinancial managementanalytical skillsnegotiationteam supervisionproblem-solving
Certifications
BA degreeBS degree