Unscripted Creative Exec

Amazon Studios has an opening for an experienced television executive to support the creative demands of unscripted series. The ideal candidate has solid experience as a seller (producer/studio) or buyer/commissioner (network) in both development and production along with knowledge of the creative and business issues in bringing programs from idea to launch. Must have demonstrated creative instincts in selecting, developing, producing and/or greenlighting UNSCRIPTED projects as well as strong interpersonal skills and relationships.

Key job responsibilities
Support assigned shows with focus on 1) development including evaluation of source material, concept and character development as well as business matters such as deals with key parties and 2) current and production matters including staffing support for showrunners, directors, field producers and editors, and be available to travel to domestic and international locations for pre-production, production and post-production.
Support relationships with talent and key partners under guidance of senior leadership.
Exercise strong creative and business judgement in evaluating ideas and identifying potential.
Build and maintain relationships with creators, directors, producers, production companies, artist representatives and creative community.
Understand the nuts and bolts of production and production management and participate in pre, production, and post from budget and casting to production issues in the field to final delivery.
Support post-production/editing of content to ensure quality of finished product meets Amazon's quality and creative standards.
Coordinate with other departments including Marketing, Publicity, Research, Digital, Social and Business and Legal Affairs.