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Programming Director - OTT 

Job Description:-

This role develops and implements programming strategies fostering a culture of creativity, excellence and visionary thinking in service to the OTT consumer. 

• Sets and executes programming strategy for OTT apps to capture and captivate audience, informed by digital analytics.
• Develops strategies to increase audience engagement and overall brand awareness in conjunction with Product and Marketing teams.
• Oversees the production Brief product, to create positive content experiences across the OTT ecosystem.
• Develop and oversee slate of original programming that aligns to the creative vision for the group, ensuring alignment with Starz’ global vision and strategy .
• Work with the Original Programming team in analyzing pitches and submissions to determine which projects are appropriate and financed for development.
• Guide show creators through script draft and production process -. Duties include, but are not limited to, reading all submitted drafts of scripts and compiling notes, monitoring dailies, reviewing cuts, and generating editorial notes.
• Support Senior Executives with departmental duties as needed.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Production, Post-Production, Business & Legal Affairs and Marketing to see projects through to completion.
• Work with production to select above-the-line positions for productions.
• Work with production team to manage budgets, schedules, and logistics on more complex or strategically significant productions.
• Monitor production budgets and schedules.
• Partner with Post-Production in the editing and delivery of final product.
• Establish new processes, procedures, and methods that improve production outcomes.
• Work with sales to maximize revenue potential of programs.
• Communicate with senior executives regarding strategy, timelines, and direction of the production.

Education & Experience/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Communications, Journalism, Video Production, Film or related fields.
• 10+ years’ experience in similar field.
• Experience in Streaming / OTT / VOD program & project management and Marketing Delivery preferred.
• Experience delivering infrastructure projects in a broadcast environment.
• PMP and Agile certification.
• Demonstrated ability to generate new ideas and translate them into high-quality TV programs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and time-sensitive environment.
• Ability to interact and communicate with filmmakers, talent, network executives, etc.
• Capability to employ existing relationships, experience, and credibility with entertainment industry.
• Strong capability to multi-task and prioritize multiple demands.
• Strong ability to create and deliver presentations that effectively communicate solutions and proposals to internal and external clients.
• Ability to write clear and concise creative notes and project plans.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents.
• Strong time management and creative resource management capabilities.
• Strong ability to prioritize key initiatives, develop business cases for budgets and resource investments.

To know more over the role and apply kindly send your updated resume to:  [email protected]