We're seeking a dynamic Development Executive to help shape the next chapter of our Entertainment story as a department renowned for creating premium quality formats with extensive global reach and limitless potential: shows like Strictly Come Dancing, The 1% Club, Dragons Den and the Great British Bake Off. This role will play a key part in driving our expanding slate of premium Factual Entertainment projects.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

Joining BBC Studios Production Entertainment Development team means becoming part of a truly global creative network. The successful candidate for this role would be working with top-tier talent and visionary creatives as part of a Development Label that's aiming to redefine entertainment - from fact ent and gameshow to access competition and talent formats. You'll gain invaluable experience while helping to deliver formats that connect with audiences worldwide.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

Reporting to the Label Head, your main responsibilities include:

To originate and develop distinctive, must-have Entertainment formats that have the potential to be returnable and scalable across channels and platforms. These ideas should have global appeal, building on the success of our established brands.
To use your comprehensive knowledge of the latest trends and developments in the premium Entertainment genre in both the UK and international market, and an in-depth understanding of commissioner needs to inform development strategy.
To be passionate about talent, and finding vehicles for both established and emerging names.
To lead brainstorming of formats and creative problem-solving, ensuring the label's output always feels unique and memorable.
To produce punchy and premium-looking decks, stand-out sizzles and pitch materials that boast visuals to consistently impress commissioners .

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
A minimum of 2 years' experience at Development Executive level, working specifically to develop Fact Ent ideas for linear television and streamers.
Proven track record in creating or contributing significantly to green-lit original formats in the Entertainment space - we'd love to hear examples you're most proud of.
A collaborative spirit and a genuine passion for TV and for developing innovative ideas .
Experience working with talent and shaping ideas around personalities
An understanding of the current UK and international programming landscape and the ability to identify both gaps in the market and potential new global trends.
Versatility and an expansive skillset; including the ability to write well and generate premium pitch materials that really sell a programme.

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

Production experience is desirable but not required.

If you have solid experience in the above, and feel excited about creating the next generation of global Ent formats, we would love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.