Executive Producer
A+E Networks
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 9/14/2015 2:44:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for developing and piloting unscripted programming for A&E as well as for overseeing current A&E productions. Oversee all aspects of program creation, from conception and deal-making to production and delivery. Work with outside producers on concepts, talent development, program direction and scripts as well as the overall creativity and brand integrity of presentation reels, pilots and series. Be a driver for idea generation.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop pilots, series and specials. Maintain high degree of knowledge of events, trends and competition; seek out trends and ideas and keep A&E in the forefront of industry and viewer's minds.
Supervise production of pilots and start up of series as assigned. Review and approve concepts, outlines, scripts if necessary, rough cuts, budgets and post-production; maintain integrity, quality, credibility and audience interest in A&E programs.
Monitor and guide entire deal making process between production companies and legal and business affairs department. Strong knowledge of deal structures, rights, options, and talent negotiations a must.
Contribute to A&E programming strategy; monitor trends in current programming to make A&E current and competitive.
Develop strong relationships with outside producers and vendors. Make A&E a destination for creative ideas.
Required Experience:
Minimum of 7 years experience in programming at a broadcast or cable network and/or a production company with oversight responsibilities for multiple projects. Concrete development experience, including piloting, planning and strategy, a must. Strong working knowledge of TV/film production techniques, ideally running the gamut from writing to shooting to scripting to editing to post-production. Background in working with on-air talent and program management. Field and post experience a plus.
Required Education:
BA or BS Degree