Vice President, Drama Programming & Development

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• 12+ years of experience in scripted television, with progressive, executive-level experience develo

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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY FOX Entertainment With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world's most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell's Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment's long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob's Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global. JOB DESCRIPTION To continue to build upon its slate of bold drama series, FOX Entertainment is seeking a seasoned, strategic, and creatively driven Vice President of Programming - Drama to join our network team. This Vice President will be a highly creative executive whose primary goal is to identify and oversee new, bold drama series for the network. This candidate will be an aggressive developer with exceptional taste and the ability to develop and produce high-rated shows with broad appeal. As a passionate student of the entertainment industry, they will bring a strong understanding and appreciation of the broadcast drama category, with an eye for content that breaks through the clutter. Candidates should have a stellar reputation in the creative community, as well as a proven track record of developing and overseeing highly original hit series. This is a unique opportunity for someone to significantly contribute to the continued growth of the Network and make their mark within an excellent team of creatives. Regular, on-site attendance at the workplace for a minimum of four (4) days per week is an essential function of the position. The selected candidate must be able to reliably meet this requirement. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Identify and create unique original drama concepts and ideas. Research and develop new show ideas that originate from both internal sources and acquired pitches Effectively communicate brand strategies and guidelines to the production community; attend pitch meetings with production companies to uncover new series ideas Foster relationships with new, on-the-pulse talent through pitch meetings, general research, and constant networking. Seek out writers, showrunners, agents, and managers to attract the best possible talent; find up-and- coming and influential thought-leaders ahead of the competition Identify new production companies and ensure all suppliers comply with the Network quality standards tests Stay out in front of competitive trends in the business and contribute to the FOX strategy for unscripted programming to meet the changing viewership tastes and demands Thoroughly understand and embrace new technologies to find ways of generating more creative content Work strategically to continuously reinvigorate ongoing series and ensure longevity Work closely with high-level showrunners, EPs, Director/Producers, Writers, and Line Producers on the creative elements of each series Create and shape materials, bringing a creative eye to all productions; evaluate and contribute to segment and episode ideas, scripts, rundowns, graphics, and music, rough cuts, and fine cuts to ensure the network's editorial and production standards are upheld throughout the creative process and through to delivery Attend table reads, run-throughs, and shoots, and work with the show's producers and partners to solve creative and production-related issues Collaborate closely with Business Affairs, Production, Finance, and Marketing to ensure alignment across timelines, budgets, and creative needs Work in lockstep with Business Affairs on budgets, deal memos, delivery of content, and talent contracts Survey and analyze competitive networks and programming to ensure the Network remains vibrant and ahead of the pack Foster a creatively courageous environment where big thinkers, diverse characters, and bold ideas are rewarded and encouraged

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