Development Executive

Description

Heyday is an independent, award-winning production company, run by producer David Heyman. Founded in 1996, Heyday has produced Academy Award® winning films, Gravity, directed by Alfonso Cuaron, starring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney; Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood, directed by Quentin Tarantino and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie and Al Pacino; Marriage Story, directed by Noah Baumbach and starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Dern; and Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to Heyday’s Head of Development, the Development Executive’s responsibilities include:

originating, identifying and developing new ideas for TV series in line with Heyday’s business plan/development strategy
reading submitted books and scripts - both solicited and unsolicited
assisting with and managing all development aspects of projects – e.g. editing scripts and writing notes and pitch documents
identifying strong writing talent
talent management and development from rising stars to established talent
pitching projects to commissioners/buyers
Qualifications

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Established track record / attributes in the following areas:

Successfully sourcing, developing, managing and pitching scripted television projects; an international dimension is a plus
Experience of script editing series
Excellent one-to-one agency and writer/talent relationships in the UK and ideally international
A reputation for and track record of spotting talent and developing relationships in the industry
Experience of working with upcoming writing talent as well as established writers

Clearly demonstrates the following attributes:

Dynamic, inquisitive, confident – a self-starter who is not afraid of taking the initiative and corresponding responsibility
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A passion for storytelling
Equally happy working alone or as part of wider team
Highly focussed, entrepreneurial and driven work style, yet has the emotional intelligence to work as part of a close-knit team
Tact, diplomacy and sensitivity when dealing with writers, producers etc
An understanding of, and appreciation for, the current and future UK, US and European production environments
Commercial, time-sensitive approach to development with a good understanding of the bigger picture, notably of the commissioning and production processes
A desire to develop projects across the spectrum, from originals to adaptations, UK shows to international productions

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.

Company Name

Location

London

Posted on

6th Jun 2025

Apply by

20th Jun 2025