AXS TV, DIRECTOR OF ORIGINAL PROGRAMMING AND DEVELOPMENT

Los Angeles, CA

RESPONSIBILITIES

AXS TV is looking for a Director of Original Programming and Development to help drive the development and growth of its linear and digital network programming goals. This executive will help oversee unscripted content, including originating creative ideas and strategies, managing producers, initiating and maintaining relationships with hosts and talent, and running a creative process to evaluate and improve shows and formats over time. The person in this role must exercise strong multi-tasking skills and be able to manage multiple projects at various stages. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in creative development both in linear and digital platforms. Network experience is preferred. Production experience is helpful. Candidates should have a passion for music and a strong knowledge base of music, music artists and music-based programming in both the broadcast and digital marketplaces.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-7 years creative production experience in unscripted network programming
• Experience developing shows, writing treatments and shooting pilots and series for both linear and digital platforms
• Experience in managing current production with both in-house and 3rd party production partners: responsibilities include tracking budgets and schedules, casting, shaping episodes and providing notes on cuts
• Creative ability to continually generate ideas and formats and develop them to pitch standard
• Understanding of the production process and how it impacts creative
• A knowledge of the overall digital landscape – OTT, social media, short and midform video content
• A strategic thinker and doer who maintains a strong balance between creative vision, strategic decision-making and project management skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal including common production jargon
• Ability to manage production teams
• Deadline-driven and results-oriented
• Ability to multitask
• Solid grasp on current TV and digital content and programming trends
• Knowledge base and passion for music a must