Job Introduction
BBC Studios is the biggest independent producer, and the most awarded production company in the UK. The Documentary Unit is known for its high quality, thought-provoking and award-winning factual content for a diverse range of UK and global broadcasters. From cutting-edge documentaries like returning BBC1 series The Met: Policing London, Channel 4’s Grenfell: The Untold Story and Sky Documentaries’ recent feature Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw, to premium history and art like BBC2 landmarks like Blair & Brown: The New Labour Revolution and Andy Warhol’s America.
BBC Studios is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and we particularly encourage applicants from diverse and under-represented backgrounds
This role is for an experienced development producer with a track record of generating successful ideas through to commission. This role is specifically focussed on a streaming service available in America and the international market. The successful applicant will have a broad awareness and interest in documentary and specialist factual documentary content within this market.
You must be a brilliant writer, as this role requires first class, fast turnaround writing. It is desirable to have experience of managing your own slate of ideas, as well as pitching them.
Role Responsibility
Working closely with the Head of Development, Documentaries and Creative Director of Development to develop a range of diverse stories and ideas.
Generate ideas for development showing an awareness of the US television market, the streaming platforms and internationally.
The ability to progress projects from original ideas through to commission.
Produce well researched, crafted and compelling treatments.
Proactively undertake research to identify and develop new talent.
Manage and direct contributions from more junior members of team to help build on ideas.
Are you the right candidate?
You will have relevant credits at Development Producer level.
Proven experience in developing ideas for the US and streaming platforms, such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and Discovery+.
Genres you’ll have particular experience in are: limited series single narrative (e.g true crime, true con); travel; and lifestyle
You will have experience developing ideas for world-famous talent
You will have excellent communication skills and excel at writing fast turnaround treatments
Successful track record of winning access to original stories
Strong journalistic instincts and skills
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Package Description
Band: D
Contract type: Fixed Term Full-Time / Hybrid
Location: London
We are really proud to share that we are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and so if you require any reasonable adjustments in order to apply please do contact us on resourcing@bbc.co.uk with ref: BBC/TP/2373779/61213 in the subject.