WHAT DOES A DEVELOPMENT PRODUCER DO? (In the Entertainment industry. What What does a Development Producer Do?)

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WHAT DOES A DEVELOPMENT PRODUCER DO? (In the Entertainment industry. What What does a Development Producer Do?)       

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What Does A Development Producer Do?

It's the drama development producer's role to seek out new TV drama ideas and build relationships with both new and established writing talent. They will manage a varied slate, be aware of current trends and be up to speed with the commissioning landscape. They may communicate with the broadcaster directly or via their head of development.

As the Development Producer you will report to the Executive Producers in the Continuing Series Drama Department to develop and manage a strategy for bringing new creative talent into the department.  You will be responsible for developing and managing a strategy for bringing new creative talent in the form of Writers, Directors, Script Editors, Assistant Script Editors and Script Readers into the department as well as developing the overall strategy for the various Drama Shadow Schemes and training as required.

The nature of the role can involve long and unpredictable work patterns and pressure to meet tight schedules.  Therefore you will need to have a flexible approach to their working day.

This position requires an individual with a demonstrable track record in Continuing Drama Series and drama/literary knowledge. You must have experience of script editing and developing scripts through to production as well as experience of running workshops and communicating/presenting ideas and skills to new writers / talent.

A thorough knowledge of script sources, emerging talent and a general understanding of copyright law, Writers Guild agreements, contracts and the legal implications of the production process are crucial to being a successful Development Producer.

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