THE COMPANY Our client is a London based indie which pushes the creative boundaries of factual content. In the last few years, they have successfully developed and delivered numerous original shows to global broadcasters including Channel 4, BBC, Channel 5, Nat Geo, Amazon Prime, and Discovery. THE ROLE The Head of Development will play a critical role in driving business growth by overseeing the development slate and securing multi-platform commissions. Key responsibilities: Develop innovative, fresh programme ideas within key focus areas (Travel and Adventure, Specialist Factual, Popular Science and Documentary Series) tailored to the needs of digital platforms and broadcasters in the UK, US, and internationally. Nurture new and strengthening existing relationships with commissioners and distributors. Oversee the creation of treatments, sizzle and pitch materials for programme proposals. Pitch ideas to digital platform and broadcast commissioners. Establish close relationship with AD agencies and brands to develop Ad Funded Programmes ideas for them. Develop scalable, returnable series ideas for sustained future income. Identify alternative funding methods for programmes, outside of the traditional commissioning model including Co-Pro, Presale and Ad Funding. Generate innovative ideas that align with digital budgets and platform demands. Nurture new and strengthening existing relationship with talent agencies and secure the right talent Grow and manage the development ..... full job details .....