Creative Executive III, Nonfiction Series

Amazon Studios has is looking for an experienced Creative Executive, Unscripted to help grow the refreshed Unscripted initiative for Prime Video. The ideal candidate has extensive experience as a producer or buyer/commissioner in both development & current, along with a deep knowledge of the creative and business issues in bringing programs from idea to launch. This candidate must have proven creative experience in selecting, developing, producing, as well as strong interpersonal skills and deep industry relationships. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience managing a creative team and the ability to think strategically across the business. This candidate must have the ability to drive the development and current process across multiple projects.

Key job responsibilities
Manage relationships with creators, directors, producers, production companies, artist representatives and creative community.
Exercises excellent creative and business judgement, especially in spotting the potential in ideas.
Understand the nuts and bolts of production and participate in all aspects of pre, production, and post from budget and casting to production issues in the field from to final delivery.
Manage and supervise post-production/editing of content to ensure quality of finished product meets Amazon’s quality and creative standards. With an emphasis on excellent storytelling skills.
Liaise with other departments including Marketing, Publicity, Research, Digital, Social and Business and Legal Affairs and the PV Programming team.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 8+ years as a Creative Executive or Senior Producer in Unscripted TV development/production at a production company, network, or studio, with development or current programming experience across various genres (dating, competition, docu-follow, etc.)
- Track record of successful storytelling/ development as an independent contractor, at a studio, or at a customer-facing media company
- Strong written and oral communication skills across all levels in an organization (technical, business, executive)
- Experience working with diverse partners from executives to content creators

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience as a producer/production manager
- 10+ years as a Creative Executive or Producer with Development and/or Current Programming experience in the various genres of Unscripted TV

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, Culver City - 141,300.00 - 191,100.00 USD annually