Development Coordinator - Scripted, Original Productions
Disney, City of Westminster
Development Coordinator - Scripted, Original Productions
Salary Not Specified
Disney, City of Westminster
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 4 days ago, 17 Oct | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 387f364c4f734628aba4ef85ed42df6c
Full Job Description
Disney+ is a global, premium entertainment destination that connects viewers to the great stories of The Walt Disney Company. The Live Action Original Productions team sources Disney- and Star-branded scripted and unscripted series for Disney+ in the UK, Europe, and Africa. We are seeking a highly organised Development Coordinator to support the scripted development team working across a busy slate of original dramas and comedies. Focused on administrative and creative support of the Original Productions team, this is a fantastic opportunity for anyone wishing to further their career in TV development and to gain valuable experience in commissioning for a premium streaming service.,
- Tracking material and updates across all projects on our development slate and through production of greenlit projects
- Read and assess new submissions and provide coverage and/or verbal feedback to the team
- Read and assess writer samples and track new and up-and-coming writing talent
- Read new development material and compile notes
- Support the Original Productions team in all creative-related administrative tasks, such as assisting with internal presentations, creating/reviewing/editing key documents on behalf of the EMEA team, and updating all relevant teams on key milestones for our projects
- Coordinate with other departments across Disney+ EMEA including but not limited to: Production Management, Marketing, BA/Legal, Programming, and Business Development
- Act with integrity and uphold Disney's core values
Previous administrative experience is required as you will be managing a busy slate - Sound editorial judgement when analysing scripts, pitches and development material
- A good knowledge of film and TV talent
- A willingness to learn and a positive approach to challenges
- Present a professional, empathic, calm conduct to internal and external partners
- Demonstrate a proactive and hard-working approach, with a keen attention to detail
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and manage workload
- Strong IT skills and confidence using Microsoft and Apple suite of tools including Outlook, Keynote, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in English
25 days annual leave - Private medical insurance & dental care
- Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
- Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing
- Excellent parental and guardian leave
- Employee Resource Groups - WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST. The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.