Development Script Assistant
London
We are now looking for a bright, enthusiastic Development Script Assistant to support the development team's ever-expanding television slate. Reporting to the Head of Development and Development Executive, you will need to have excellent organisational and communication skills, and a passion for television and literature.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small team dedicated to discovering the most creative and distinctive new voices in television.
Main responsibilities
• Read submissions, and compose script and novel reports for the development team.
• Managing the diaries of the Head of Development and Development Executive.
• Supporting the team with feedback on projects.
• Creating chapter summary documents for titles on the slate.
• Maintaining the library of writing samples and showreels.
• Researching into areas of particular need.
• Creating pitching documents.
• Tracking and locating book rights.
• Assisting the Development Executive with processing submissions.
Essential requirements
• A passion for television drama and film.
• Experience in scripted television development.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team, and discreetly when handling confidential information.
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills, and a knowledge of best office practice.
• Ability to calmly and effectively prioritise workload.
• Ability to critically analyse texts, and spot the potential for adaptation.
• A working knowledge of Final Draft.
Please submit the following:
• CV
• Covering Letter
• 500 words on your favourite drama, and what makes it distinctive