Broadcasting: Programming
Senior Management: Vice President

Summary of Position
The SVP, Original Programming is responsible for creative development of STARZ original programming. The SVP brings in new projects that align to the STARZ brand and oversees their assigned shows through all phases from inception to production of ongoing seasons of content.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee slate of original programming that aligns to the creative vision for the group, ensuring alignment with Starz’ global vision and strategy 
• Development and maintain industry relationships
• Foster relationships with high level agents, producers and talent
• Bring in potential projects for development or acquisitions through pitches or submissions from outside companies
• Work with the Original Programming team in analyzing pitches and submissions to determine which projects are appropriate and financed for development
• Guide show creators through script draft and production process
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Production, Post-Production, Business & Legal Affairs and Marketing to see projects through to completion
• Work with production to select above-the-line positions for productions
• Work with production team to manage budgets, schedules, and logistics on more complex or strategically significant productions
• Monitor production budgets and schedules
• Partner with Post-Production in the editing and delivery of final product
• Represent Starz in final talent and casting approvals; act as liaison between network clients, production, and distribution
• Establish new processes, procedures, and methods that improve production outcomes
• Work with sales to maximize revenue potential of programs
• Communicate with senior executives regarding strategy, timelines, and direction of the production
• Lead and mentor direct report and junior members of team
• Additional duties and projects as assigned

Experience & Skills:

• 12+ years of progressive experience working in scripted development at a network, studio, or OTT-provider
• Demonstrated ability to generate new ideas and translate them into high-quality TV programs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and time-sensitive environment
• Ability to interact and communicate with filmmakers, talent, network executives, etc.
• Capability to employ existing relationships, experience, and credibility with entertainment industry
• Strong capability to multi-task and prioritize multiple demands
• Strong ability to create and deliver presentations that effectively communicate solutions and proposals to internal and external clients
• Ability to write clear and concise creative notes and project plans
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents
• Strong time management and creative resource management capabilities
• Strong ability to prioritize key initiatives, develop business cases for budgets and resource investments
• Must be able to travel both domestically and internationally

About the Company
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ® brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.

Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.