Director, Development – FOX Creator Studio, Scripted
About The Position
FOX Creator Studio (FCS), a division of FOX Entertainment, partners with leading creators to turn bold ideas into premium IP, original formats, and enduring brands, combining creator vision with FOX’s scale and infrastructure. Platform agnostic by design, the studio works with digital native talent to expand their ideas across YouTube, television, streaming, film, and more. The Director, Development will support the development of creator-led scripted projects for FOX Creator Studio, with a focus on identifying and shaping concepts with strong narrative potential, talent alignment, and franchise value. This role will work closely with creators, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to develop scripted ideas from early concept through package-ready materials. Regular, on-site attendance at the workplace for five (5) days per week is an essential function of the position. The selected candidate must be able to reliably meet this requirement.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in scripted development in television or digital media
- Bachelor’s degree in Film, Television, Media Studies, English, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Strong understanding of creator-led storytelling and how digital-native voices can evolve into larger entertainment properties
- First-hand experience with YouTube and social platforms, including developing and delivering pitch presentations
Responsibilities
- Support creator-led development from concept through package readiness, with a focus on scripted projects and scalable premium storytelling
- Work with creators and internal teams to refine ideas into structured, scalable projects or franchises while preserving distinct creative voices
- Identify and source ideas and talent across YouTube, social platforms, and traditional channels, bringing a strong understanding of both traditional development and fluency in digital-native ecosystems
- Help guide creators from early concepts to more fully developed projects ready for packaging, pilot, sizzle, or proof-of-concept execution
- Develop pitch materials, written development notes, and project documents that support internal alignment and external opportunities
- Evaluate concepts for creative originality, audience resonance, platform fit, and long-term commercial and IP potential within scripted storytelling
- Contribute to the studio’s broader development slate by helping identify projects that can scale across platforms and support FOX Creator Studio’s evolving IP strategy
Benefits
- medical/dental/vision
- insurance
- a 401(k) plan
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
