About BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed is the world's leading tech-powered, diversified media company that reaches hundreds of millions of people globally through its cross-platform news and entertainment network. We produce articles, lists, quizzes, videos, and original series; lifestyle content through brands including Tasty, the world's largest social food network; original reporting and investigative journalism through BuzzFeed News and HuffPost; original pop culture and entertainment programming through Complex Networks; an industry-leading affiliate business, strategic partnerships, licensing and product development through BuzzFeed Commerce; and original productions across broadcast, cable, SVOD, film and digital platforms for BuzzFeed Studios.

The Role

BuzzFeed is looking for an experienced Director of Development to oversee production over our Series, Talent Development and New Channel Development programming. You are passionate about experimenting with new formats, bootcamping pilot ideas, and taking shows to the next level of audience engagement. We’re looking for an extremely creative producer who is able to communicate ideas and critical feedback in a clear and precise manner.  You have a keen understanding of series development as well as digital video and social platform distribution. You value diversity of all types and can execute that commitment in recruiting, promoting employees, building relationships with talent and creating content strategies. You can balance overseeing work of freelance and full-time employees while being able to present to and work with executives at BuzzFeed and external clients/partners.

You Will

• Serve as a leader who oversees the vision of Development by workshopping new ideas for existing brands. 
• Manage all supervisory roles, making sure all deadlines and requirements are met and oversee budgets and hiring. 
• Lead a team of producers to shape Series programming, establishing and maintaining workflow.
• Work with leadership to grow the show and explore new creator talent, and new gap opportunities in the digital space. 
• Lead and provide daily management of a team of producers focused on execution and delivery of existing shows. 
• Identify opportunities for new video formats and shows to pitch to platform partners.
• Collaborate with editorial video leaders on channel programming and platform teams. 
• Work with channel leads, sales and affiliate teams to identify new projects and opportunities to spin-up

Part of what makes BuzzFeed a pioneer in digital media is our commitment to exploring new ventures that lead to spreading truth and joy. As such, you may be asked to share your knowledge with your colleagues through presentations or trainings, to screen and interview job candidates, or to take part in recruitment or networking events on behalf of the company.

You Have

• 7+ years experience as a supervising or Executive Producer
• People management experience showing you can lead with empathy and vulnerability
• Experience in many different video production models
• A network of contacts and freelancers to help work on productions
• Project management, budget, and communication skills
• Knowledge of changing digital and traditional media landscape
• Experience producing or overseeing production of mid to long-form content
• Experience and comfort with client and partner meetings

FYI — job descriptions are not a one size fits all,  just because you don’t meet every requirement doesn’t mean we don’t want to hear from you. If you think you’d be a good fit for the job anyway, use your application to show us why!

All job applications must be received through the official BuzzFeed Jobs board (https://www.buzzfeed.com/about/jobs), including referrals. It is BuzzFeed's practice to not schedule job interviews until after an application is submitted through our jobs board.

Life at BuzzFeed

At BuzzFeed, we believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. As such, BuzzFeed celebrates inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. At BuzzFeed, you can expect:

• A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning @ BuzzFeed team, our Employee Resource Groups, and more
• An attractive and equitable compensation package, including salary and stock options
• A generous benefits program featuring PTO, unlimited sick time, comprehensive medical benefits, a family leave policy, access to mental health platforms, retirement plans, gym and wellness discounts, and much more.

BuzzFeed is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. 

At BuzzFeed, we want all employees to feel safe and comfortable when they engage in any in-person meetings, when visiting the office, or when working from an offsite production or meeting location. As part of this commitment to health and safety, BuzzFeed requires COVID-19 vaccines for current U.S. employees, including all newly hired employees. Requests for accommodation per applicable law for health and/or religious reasons will be considered. Union employees are subject to what is outlined in their applicable collective bargaining agreement.

This position may require you to be in the office or be in close proximity to other employees once our offices fully reopen in 2022.