Development Manager - Remote

Posted 4 days ago

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Toronto, ON, Canada

Factual Entertainment

Creative Writing

Content Creation

Development Management

Television Production

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Overview

Boat Rocker is an independent global entertainment company whose purpose is to tell stories and build iconic brands across all genres and mediums. This role focuses on factual entertainment with the ideal candidate having a strong interest in History, Transactional and Adventure content, playing a key role in shaping our development slate.

In Short

Seeking a Development Manager for a 3-month contract role.
Reports to the President of Unscripted.
Focuses on factual entertainment and innovative show ideas.
Develop show ideas/formats and create presentations for pitches.
Evaluate third-party pitches for potential development.
Track competitive projects and take general meetings.
Create lists of diverse high-quality creatives.
Monitor industry trends and advancements.
Assist the development team with demo shoots and research.
Support series in production and generate creative notes.

Requirements

Minimum 2+ years of experience in unscripted TV development.
Interest and knowledge in history, transactional and adventure content.
Strong creative writing and influencing skills.
Understanding of content creation for diverse audiences.
Ability to work in teams and independently.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
Organized and able to manage multiple projects.
A collaborative personality to ease the development process.

Benefits

Work with a passionate and creative team.
Competitive salary.
Additional time off during winter holidays.
In-person/remote hybrid work environment.

B.R.M

Boat Rocker Media

Boat Rocker Media is an independent global entertainment company dedicated to storytelling and building iconic brands across various genres and mediums. With a presence in multiple countries, the company excels in scripted, unscripted, and children's television production, as well as distribution, brand management, and talent management through a partnership with The Initial Group. Boat Rocker has produced award-winning series recognized with prestigious accolades such as Emmy, Peabody, and Golden Globe awards. The company is known for its diverse portfolio of recent projects, including popular titles on major streaming platforms. Boat Rocker Media fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging applications from diverse candidates and supporting their growth in the entertainment industry.

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