Director, Creative Development and Production

OVERVIEW:

The Director, Creative Development & Production is a senior creative leader responsible for developing, producing, and delivering high-quality content across OBB Media's digital, branded, film, and television verticals. This role sits at the intersection of creative ideation and execution-guiding projects from early concept and pitch through production, post-production, and delivery.

Working closely with the SVP, Creative Development & Production, executive producers, production and post-production teams, brand partners, talent, and external stakeholders, the Director, Creative Development & Production ensures creative excellence, operational efficiency, and alignment with OBB's storytelling standards and business objectives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on creative producer with strong development instincts, exceptional project management skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work across digital, branded, film, TV and live event/specials verticals to both ideate and realize projects from concept to delivery.
• Develop creative concepts, conduct research, manage budgets, and support internal teams including production, post-production, and marketing for existing and new series.
• Oversee creative production with internal and external executive producers and in collaboration with OBB's production department.
• Oversee post-production and editorial on projects, managing post-production calendars, budgets, deliverables, timelines, and giving notes on cuts.
• Create and pitch new digital/branded and premium concepts for consideration.
• Respond to creative briefs from brands, then oversee production of go-forward concepts.
• Identify creators, talent and IP for content development.
• Build and maintain relationships with partners, brands, talent, creators, crew, and vendors.
• Work with internal teams as well as external partner's marketing teams to create project-specific marketing materials and strategize distribution.
• Liaise with networks, brands and talent during pre-production, production and post, alongside EPs to ensure thorough communication through the life of a project.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience in lieu thereof.
• 7+ years of producing and development experience (including on-set production experience) spanning branded, network, streamers, etc.
• Ability to think creatively and flexibly, developing and producing properties in a wide range of formats, tailored to tell the story the best way, and reach the audience where they are. Ability to recognize if a brief or storytelling opportunity is best suited for a film, series, digital format, live event, or otherwise, and develop accordingly.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects efficiently in a fast-paced environment while delivering outstanding results.
• Exceptional project management, verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Technical proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Understanding of development, production and post-production processes.
• Ability to review content containing rapid flashes or alternating patterns of different colors.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, ability to work effectively within a team environment and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand, sit, walk up and down stairs.
• Must be able to work in a seated position for long periods of time.
• Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms at a computer keyboard for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to speak clearly and distinctly, and hear and be heard and understood in person and by telephone.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, walk up and down stairs, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds (and occasionally up to 50 pounds).
• Must be able to visually and physically inspect areas of the work site.
• Must be able to work in a standing and/or walking position for long periods of time.
• Must be able to drive, have reliable transportation, a valid license, and valid insurance (mileage is reimbursable).
• Some travel is required for this role. Must be able to travel by car and airplane.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

This is an exempt on-site role Monday through Friday, and may require work on weekends occasionally. The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $130,000 to $160,000 per year. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the final candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. This position is eligible for a full range of medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits. Additional financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered, may apply.