Episodic Development Producer

Overview

Placement Type:
Temporary

Salary: $ Daily + Benefits and 401k

Start Date:

Jun 22, 2026

Our global retailer client is looking to hire an Episodic Development Producer who will oversee projects from development through production and post‑production. This role bridges the gap between initial ideas and greenlit projects by ensuring creative, schedule, budget, legal/compliance, and delivery requirements are met throughout the lifecycle of each production.

Additional note:
This is an exempt, day‑rate position!

PLEASE NOTE:
This role is starting out fully onsite in Playa Vista, slight flexibility

• Brainstorm original concepts aligned to creative briefs and business objectives.
• Adapt existing IP, including books, articles, podcasts, and campaign concepts.
• Identify compelling on‑screen talent, including influencers and creators.
• Serve as a bridge between internal creative teams and external pitch partners, including writers and treatment artists.

• Write, edit, and oversee the creation of treatments, pitch decks, and sizzle reels.
• Present development slates and individual show concepts to creative teams and cross‑functional stakeholders.

• Collaborate with screenwriters to develop stories, provide script notes, and refine dialogue and pacing.
• Ensure creative aligns with stakeholder objectives while maintaining strong storytelling principles.

• Monitor industry trends, competitor programming, and evolving content opportunities across networks, streaming platforms, and digital channels.

• Source, negotiate with, and hire writers, directors, actors, creators, and other creative talent for pilots, presentations, and episodic projects.
• Partner with Business Affairs, Legal, and external stakeholders throughout the engagement process.

• Draft development budgets and production timelines to ensure concepts are financially and logistically feasible.
• Build production budgets, schedules, cash flows, and cost assumptions.
• Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for efficiencies.
• Monitor budgets throughout development, production, and post‑production, driving corrective action plans as needed.

• Partner closely with Line Producers to ensure a smooth handoff and successful execution.
• Oversee production paperwork and compliance, including contracts, insurance, releases, location agreements, union requirements, music cue sheets, and vendor onboarding.
• Track project financials and production progress throughout prep, principal photography, and post‑production.

• Partner with Post Production Supervisors to ensure smooth handoffs and successful project completion.
• Track post‑production budgets and timelines.
• Ensure scope changes are documented, approved, and aligned with budget expectations.

• Proven experience as a Development Producer, Bidding Producer, Line Producer, or similar role within film, television, streaming, or branded content.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, budgeting, scheduling, and post‑production processes.
• Experience creating treatments, pitch decks, and development materials.
• Familiarity with production management software and budgeting tools.
• Understanding of union and non‑union production environments, including SAG‑AFTRA, DGA, and IATSE.
• Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Established network of Los Angeles‑based crew, vendors, and production partners.
• Ability to think strategically, solve problems under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Media Studies, or a related field preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to work flexible hours based on production schedules.

• Episodic, unscripted, documentary, branded entertainment, or creator‑led content.
• Working with influencers, creators, and emerging talent.
• Experience developing content from concept through greenlight and final delivery.