Key Responsibilities and DutiesDevelopment of original live action kids series for the international market, though also an opportunity to develop animation projects.Working on the projects from inception through to commissionSource original ideas from creators/IP owners including publishing and writersProactively seeking new talent: writers, creators, showrunners, sources of ideas. Reading and responding to third party submissions including booksCreating pitch materials (with layout assistance): presentations decks / bibles / scripts etcParticipation and driving brainstorming/writers’ roomsPitching projects externally and internallyTaking ownership of projects and driving them forwardCreate/continue relationships with publishing houses and other sources of ideasCreate/continue relationships with broadcasters/commissionersGeneral DutiesKeep up to date with current TV landscape, trends, news, and commissioner needs, with a focus on kids aged 0-16Knowledge & SkillsEssential:Creative thinking, writing skills and editorial judgementGood interpersonal skillsConfident pitching abilityWork well on your own but also cooperatively as part of a teamSelf-motivatedForward planning, working to deadlines, prioritising workloadFlexibilityClient liaisonAbility to research, analyze and interpret market insights and trendsAbility to operate Microsoft office (incl. Word / PowerPoint / Excel)Understanding of TV industrySeveral years’ experience development and production with commissioned creditsAdvantageous:Ability to operate: Final Draft (script software) to a basic levelAwareness and understanding of TV distribution, co-production and financingReporting toMD of Tiger Kids and FamilyContract Type Permanent