Director of Scripted Current Programming

This is a Full Time Job

FOX Broadcasting is seeking a seasoned, strategic, and creatively driven Director, Current Programming – Scripted, to join our network team. The Director, Current Programming – Scripted will play a critical leadership role in managing the active slate of scripted live-action comedy and animated series, guiding each show from greenlight through final delivery.

Reporting to the VP, Current Programming, the Director, Current Programming – Scripted is a key touchpoint between FOX Entertainment and our creative partners, ensuring each series maintains the highest standards of storytelling, production, and execution. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in current programming, strong production knowledge, and established relationships with top-tier talent and showrunners.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee day-to-day current programming efforts for a portfolio of active scripted series
• Partner with showrunners, writers, and executive producers throughout all phases of production: pre-production, shooting, post-production, and delivery
• Monitor and support creative execution, ensuring scripts, cuts, and final episodes reflect the network's standards and align with broadcast requirements
• Lead internal collaboration with Production, Business Affairs, Creative, Marketing, Finance, and Post teams to maintain consistency, resolve issues, and streamline workflows
• Manage production timelines and budgets
• Represent FOX in all major creative milestones, including table reads, run-throughs, filming, and post-production reviews
• Provide actionable creative notes on scripts, cuts, and marketing materials to support the storytelling vision of each show
• Ensure delivery of content meets all technical, creative, and legal standards
• Oversee the development and execution of supplemental content and assets tied to current shows, including marketing spots and behind-the-scenes features
• Track and report on the performance, health, and renewal viability of each series, including cost reports, ratings/metrics, and talent dynamics
• Stay current on guild, union, and labor compliance requirements and coordinate closely with labor and legal teams

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 10+ years of experience in scripted television, specifically in current programming at a studio or network
• Deep creative instincts and experience working with premium-level comedy content
• Proven track record of managing multiple ongoing series simultaneously
• Strong existing relationships with showrunners, talent, writers, agents, and production teams
• Advanced understanding of television production cycles, scheduling, and post-production
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and team management skills
• Ability to balance creative vision with business realities, including budget oversight and schedule enforcement
• Familiarity with industry regulations, guilds/unions, and tax incentive structures
• Passion for storytelling and a commitment to supporting creative excellence

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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $102,000.00-120,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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