SVP, Development

Company Description

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About Universal Studio Group

Universal Studio Group is the umbrella brand that houses NBCUniversal's four television studios: Universal Television, UCP, Universal Television Alternative Studio and Universal International Studios. Collectively, the four premium studio brands produce over 3,000 hours of programming currently airing or streaming around the globe and own one of the largest libraries in the world with over 130,000 episodes of television. Led by Chairman Pearlena Igbokwe, USG collaborates with some of the industry's most visionary storytellers to champion a diverse slate of ambitious, creative and passionate projects. Current hits include Dick Wolf’s “Law & Order,” “One Chicago” and “FBI”-branded series, Emmy® Award-winning “Hacks,” “The Umbrella Academy,” “The Equalizer,” “Ted,” “Apples Never Fall,” “We Are Lady Parts,” “The Wall” and longtime NBC favorite “Hollywood Game Night.” Universal Studio Group continues to house some of the greatest contemporary shows in television history, including “The Office,” “Parks and Recreation,” “Suits,” “The Good Place,” “Will & Grace,” “Law & Order,” “Monk,” “Psych,” “Friday Night Lights,” “Parenthood,” “Battlestar Galactica,” “House,” “Mr. Robot” and “Downton Abbey.” Universal Studio Group is a division of NBCUniversal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.

Job Description

The SVP, Development will report to and work with the EVP, UCP to develop new series for Universal Content Productions. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage key creative decisions with Universal Content Productions’ creative focus and priorities in mind in partnership with EVP, UCP.
• Develop programming, including identifying and securing new talent for projects in development
• Identify new business opportunities, pursuing potential deals where appropriate
• Oversee the development of internal formats, from initial idea through creation of episodic bible
• Communicate this strategy to staff and applicable stakeholders, as well as manage the team in pursuit of these goals.
• Lead the team in development and pitch process and help establish the strategic development goals
• Identify new writers with the potential for future development
• Supervise the production of multiple series
• Work with Business Affairs to close talent and production deals
• Partner with Executive Producers and UCP Production to solve budget issues
• Work with UCP Production, Executive Producers and network/streaming outlet to ensure concepts are fully realized in production.
• Build and maintain relationships with executives, producers, directors, and production companies
• Serve as liaison between production and other network departments including publicity, marketing, finance, etc.
• Foster a culture of creative risk-taking and fiscal responsibility
• Manage all direct reports to the fulfillment of their responsibilities
• Mentor and provide feedback on developing creative abilities for each executive on the team
• Cultivate a positive working relationship with other SVP, Development

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 12 years of narrative scripted series experience in development
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office

Desired Characteristics:

• Creative and passionate
• Innovative and entrepreneurial
• Experience in both television development and production
• Seller-side experience, at a TV studio or production company, is highly preferred
• Strong relationships with agents, managers, writers and producers
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, and high energy environment
• Team player who works well with others and has an ability to multitask
• Knowledge of basic web technology
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Experience in evaluating incoming pitches as well as developing pitches to take to market.

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, California
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $275,000 - $375,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].