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

We have a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about comedy and drama to be a Coordinator on the Original Series team. In this exciting role, the Coordinator, Original Series will be responsible for providing administrative and development support to the Vice Presidents in the Original Series department as well as department support in regard to creative and current production. The Coordinator, Original Series must be able to work well within a team in an environment of constantly changing priorities. Candidates must have superb organizational skills, an eye for detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, an understanding of the industry, and desire to continue to grow in scripted television. It is important for this person to be able to anticipate the needs of the executives, confidently multi-task, and prioritize under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate two busy calendars, file expenses, book travel, and manage phone sheets
Log samples and submissions in database
Maintain project records in company-wide database and update accordingly
Take notes in meetings
Source and assess writers and directors to help build out and sustain a robust TV pipeline that aligns with department and overall company strategy and goals
Collaborate with internal team and work with writers to develop ideas and concepts that are viable for specific slates, buyers, and within slate budgets
Once projects are deemed viable, coordinate and drive with other departments to help facilitate negotiation around writers, director selection, and or other talent deals, as well as any other support materials needed for greenlight, development/production, post-production, and delivery
Assist with pitch materials to sell concepts to various linear network and streaming partners
Track industry trends, studio mandates, and talent/IP to determine content strategy
Miscellaneous research projects

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

2+ years of film industry experience
Intermediate experience in MS Office (word, ppt, excel), Adobe Acrobat
Experienced in creating charts, decks, and one sheets that are visually appealing
Knowledge of film industry landscape and players
Ability to think strategically, anticipate issues, and think ahead to potential conflicts that can arise with scheduling and/or projects and processes
Excellent time management, communication, and writing skills
Deadline-oriented, able to work independently when needed
Detail-oriented
A passion for reading
Embodies the principles of gratitude, honesty, passion, collaboration, and entrepreneurship

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Experience in Final Draft, film editing, graphic design, screenwriting
Agency experience

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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.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $22.25-27.00 per hour for California. This role is also eligible for 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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