Senior Manager, Development - FOX Alternative Entertainment

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Alternative Entertainment is looking for a strategic, detail-oriented, and creatively driven Senior Manager of Development to join our unscripted team. This role is ideal for a dynamic, mid-level development professional who thrives at the intersection of creative innovation and project execution. The Senior Manager, Development will play a crucial role in identifying promising content, managing the day-to-day operations of the development slate, and ensuring the smooth execution of projects from concept through delivery. You will serve as a key conduit between internal departments, creative partners, and production entities, helping to shape the studio's programming pipeline.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the SVP and VP of Development to support and manage the unscripted development slate across all stages—from pitch to pilot
• Source, evaluate, and develop unscripted series ideas in alignment with the creative strategy of FAE
• Track submissions and maintain detailed records of pitches, treatments, sizzles, and competitive programming
• Provide constructive, creative notes on loglines, decks, sizzles, and development materials in collaboration with senior leadership
• Collaborate with producers, talent, agents, and external partners to develop new series concepts and formats
• Assist in scheduling and managing pitch meetings, internal creative reviews, and development check-ins
• Help maintain development timelines, deliverables, and budgets while ensuring that quality and creativity remain a top priority
• Monitor industry trends and emerging talent to help inform the team’s creative and strategic decisions
• Create internal documents and pitch materials, including presentations and summaries for internal and external use
• Coordinate across departments (marketing, legal, production) to ensure alignment on project needs and status
• Represent the studio in a professional and informed manner during calls, meetings, and festivals as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 3–5 years of experience in unscripted television development, ideally at a network, studio, production company, or agency
• Demonstrated passion for unscripted TV and a keen eye for formats, talent, and storytelling trends
• Strong understanding of the production and development process, with experience giving creative feedback
• Strong writing skills with the ability to articulate creative ideas clearly and effectively
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills; ability to track multiple projects simultaneously
• Established industry contacts and working relationships with producers, agents, and talent
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Keynote, Google Suite, and production tracking tools
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment while taking initiative and driving results
• Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $92,000.00-95,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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