Director of Development
R
19,000
per month
Abroad
more than 14 days ago
23-10-2023 1:27:17 PM
18-12-2023 1:27:17 PM
Legacy Pictures is looking for a Director of Development! Legacy Pictures is an award-winning production and production services company that oversees the pre-production, production, and post-production of full-length features to docuseries and short-form branded content. Legacy has developed a global network and is a go-to for producers, studios, brands, and platforms seeking creative and production support.
In this role, you will be part of the company's core leadership team and work closely with the company CEO. As the Development Director, you will drive the project management and the operational model of the project's lifecycle as well as manage the Development team.
Who you are
We are Hungry, Humble, Smart!
Hungry: You are a go-getter and a self-starter! You work hard and take pride in your work.
Humble: You’re able to admit when you don’t know something and ask for help. You’re aware of and working on your shortfalls.
Smart: You seek out knowledge and have the curiosity to figure things out. You ask questions and analyze things that aren’t working.
Diverse: We welcome diverse viewpoints and backgrounds. At Legacy Pictures, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and safe work environment for all our team members.
What you do
Organize meetings with networks to record company mandates
Read original scripts
Shop around original projects
Ideate on projects with the team
Pitch new projects to networks
Define and monitor the production processes and actively seek improvement to gain efficiency and better quality
Ensure transparent and active communication towards the project's core leadership team, interns, and coordinators
Organize intern programming and satisfaction
What you bring to the role
Several years of experience as in development and production
Leadership/ management experience
Excellent project management skills
Excellent communication skills and the ability to present your ideas in a clear and coherent way
Fluent English skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
High motivation and capacity to learn new skills, use new tools, and meet new people
You thrive working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and learning from others.
You are used to collaborating with colleagues across different departments
You are dedicated to contributing towards a friendly and inclusive work environment
You can also work independently, being organized and able to document your work
To apply, please fill in the application form with your CV (in English), and other information relevant to the position. This position will be filled as soon as a suitable applicant is found.