Development Executive, Scripted Development

Job summary

Identify, evaluate, and develop original scripted television series across drama and comedy genres. Manage relationships with creative talent and buyers while overseeing the creation of pitch materials and content strategy.

Job details

Summary of Position Term: Contract – 1 Year Lionsgate Canada’s Television department is seeking a Development Executive, Scripted Development for a one-year contract term. This role will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing original scripted television series across drama and comedy. Working as part of a collaborative development team, the successful candidate will contribute to all stages of the creative process, from sourcing and shaping projects through to pitching, sale, and ongoing management of sold development. Responsibilities Identify, evaluate, and champion new development opportunities, including original concepts, established intellectual property (IP), talent-driven projects, co-productions, and strategic partnerships across drama and comedy. Build, cultivate, and manage relationships with writers, directors, producers, agents, talent representatives, and buyers. Partner with creators and talent to develop original limited and returning series, providing thoughtful creative feedback throughout all stages of development. Create and oversee the development of compelling pitch materials and presentation packages that position projects for market success. Participate in and support pitches to broadcasters, streamers, and other buyers. Serve as a key point of contact for sold projects, managing relationships with platform and network executives throughout development. Collaborate with the Scripted Development team to shape and execute the overall scripted content strategy and development slate. Identify, nurture, and advocate for emerging and established creative talent. Stay informed on industry trends, market intelligence, audience behaviour, competitive programming, and buyer mandates to help guide strategic decision-making. Work cross-functionally with internal teams, including Legal, Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Production, to ensure effective communication, alignment, and execution across projects. Qualifications and Skills 7 to 10 years of experience in scripted television development at a network, studio, streamer, or production company, with a demonstrated track record of successfully developing scripted series. Bachelor’s degree in film, television, media studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience. Strong, established relationships with creative talent, representatives, producers, and buyers within the Canadian television industry. Exceptional creative instincts, storytelling ability, and script development expertise. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-management skills. Strategic thinker with strong leadership, collaboration, and entrepreneurial capabilities. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Knowledge of development, production, business affairs, and contracting processes; familiarity with invoicing procedures is considered an asset. Producing experience is an asset. Extensive knowledge of and passion for the television landscape, including evolving audience trends, industry dynamics, and cultural conversations. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word); experience with Airtable and Canva is preferred. Graphic design capabilities are considered an asset. About Lionsgate Canada Lionsgate Canada is a talent-driven leader in entertainment production and distribution, serving Canadian and global audiences with award-winning content and a massive film and television library. The studio has a rich legacy of producing high-quality Canadian content for the domestic market and audiences around the world. From global blockbusters to hidden gems, Lionsgate Canada also distributes fan-favorite television and series content across a vast catalogue. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Please be aware that Lionsgate Canada utilizes AI during our background check processes.Compensation $110,000 - $140,000 CAD

What you’ll do

Identify, evaluate, and develop original scripted television series across drama and comedy genres. Manage relationships with creative talent and buyers while overseeing the creation of pitch materials and content strategy.

Requirements

Requires 7 to 10 years of experience in scripted television development and a bachelor's degree in film, television, or a related field. Must possess strong industry relationships within the Canadian television market and exceptional creative instincts.

Listed skills

• Canva · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Graphic Design · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Scripted Television Development
• Storytelling
• Script Development
• Relationship Management
• Pitching
• Creative Feedback
• Negotiation
• Strategic Thinking
• Project Management
• Market Intelligence
• Microsoft Office
• Airtable
• Canva
• Graphic Design
• Producing
• Talent Scouting
• Canva (Software)
• Strategic Decision Making
• Competitive Programming
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Effective Communication
• Advocacy
• Microsoft Excel
• Artificial Intelligence
• Management
• Communication
• Corporate Communications
• Sales
• Leadership
• Marketing
• Invoicing
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Presentations
• Strategic Partnership
• Content Strategy

Job areas

• Creative & Media
• Management & Leadership
• Art & Design
• Development Executive
• Media / Talent Director
• Film, Stage and Related Directors and Producers
• Talent Directors
• Producers and Directors