OVERVIEW

VICE is currently seeking an experienced, creative Head of Development for VICE Digital.

The ideal candidate would have expertise developing experimental, and unique digital series and formats at the network and production company level for a multitude of digital platforms. Candidates must have proven success with creating ideas from scratch and turning them into premium digital video series. Any candidate must have knowledge of the Vice brand and style of video across 10+ digital channels.

This person would work with both editorial and video teams in order to create new IP and leverage existing franchises as well as identifying new talent. Sample work/links are required, as is a full resume and professional references. 

This position will report to the Global Executive Producer.

Duties:

• Pitch, research, generate and oversee new series ideas and concepts across multiple digital channels
• Write and produce pitch materials such as decks, story boards, treatments and sizzle reels.
• Oversee casting and work with new and existing talent to create talent led IP
• Must have knowledge of unique methods and resources to source undiscovered talent
• Collaborate with teams across multiple sites to build in-depth pitch materials
• Work across a variety of different departments from finance to legal and branded to align interests

• Ability to communicate effectively with talent and agents
• Must be a self-starter

Experience / Education

• 7-10 years in development at a production company or network with proven success creating digital series.
• Previous development experience (short form, social, digital, documentary, entertainment and news)
• Experience cultivating talent at pilot level and beyond
• Strong writing and excellent communication skills are essential and producing experience is a bonus
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, creative personalities and outside parties.
• Must be able to translate brand identity into pitch concepts and ideas
• Spearhead projects with a consideration of budgets and timelines.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with a high volume workload and strict time constraints
• Extensive knowledge of the digital and media industry and production and post production workflow