Principal Creative Development Producer

Onward Search • Los Angeles, CA

394d • $187,200 - $187,200

About The Position

The Principal Creative Development Producer will be instrumental in shaping and executing the creative vision for major Film/TV projects at a leading Video Game Studio. This role involves close collaboration with filmmakers and creative leaders, ensuring projects progress smoothly from inception to delivery while fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and diversity within the studio.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of screenplay structure, character development, and script analysis.
• Deep knowledge of the film, TV, and theater industries, with a strong interest in animation.
• Extensive industry contacts with writers, creative talent, agents, managers, and scouts.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse creative teams, executives, and management.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility, professionalism, and finesse in handling creative demands.
• 3+ years of experience managing projects or teams.
• 7+ years of experience in a relevant, comparable environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with filmmakers to drive and execute the creative vision for Film/TV titles, from concept through delivery, focusing on character, structure, and storytelling.
• Manage the creative development and production of assigned projects while supporting the studio's overall Film/TV animation slate.
• Maintain strong relationships within the studio and the external filmmaking community, promoting a culture of collaboration and creative feedback.
• Champion diversity and inclusion throughout the development process.
• Support the leadership team in mentorship, studio engagement, and strategic priorities.
• Mentor and guide creative producers in collaboration with the Global Head of Animation.
• Identify and adapt project milestones and monitor creative progress across the feature film, series, and short project slate.
• Provide creative feedback in story sessions, pitches, screenings, edits, and music/sound/mix sessions.
• Manage talent sourcing and matching for writers, directors, and showrunners.
• Contribute to the development of project slates, crafting filmmaker briefs, leading creative working sessions, and overseeing script analysis.
• Source and hire story and research consultants for projects in development and production.
• Oversee research initiatives that influence story development across a range of projects.
• Collaborate on the development of short-form and ancillary content within the studio.
• Provide ongoing creative feedback on visual development materials, storyboards, and reels throughout all stages of production.
• Collaborate with game and product teams to create integrated entertainment experiences.
• Provide development support and feedback on other Film/TV projects across various mediums.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, exciting creative projects in the gaming and entertainment industries.
• Collaborative and innovative studio culture that encourages creative expression and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed