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EMPLOYER ID: COX
COMPANY URL: http://www.cox.com/CoxCareer/
COMPANY NAME: Cox Communications
COMPANY PROFILE:
About Travel Channel
Launched in February 1987, and recently acquired by Cox
Enterprises, the Travel Channel is the only television
network devoted exclusively to travel entertainment. The
Travel Channel, in 88 million U.S. homes, is a dedicated
and trusted window on the world, bringing knowledge,
insight and information to a community of people who want
to experience their world and satisfy their curiosity.
From the inspiration on-air, to the planning and booking
online, to providing mobile text, audio and video content
on the ground, to creating an online travel community for
consumers to share their experiences at travelchannel.com
when the voyage is over - Travel Channel Media and its
businesses are part of the journey every step of the way.
About Cox Enterprises
Cox Communications is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises and
is a multi-service broadband communications and
entertainment company with more than 6 million total
residential and commercial customers. The third-largest
cable television company in the U.S., Cox offers an array
of advanced digital video, high-speed Internet and
telephony services over its own nationwide IP network, as
well as integrated wireless services in partnership with
Sprint (NYSE: S). Cox Business Services is a
full-service, facilities-based provider of communications
solutions for commercial customers, providing high-speed
Internet, voice and long distance services, as well as
data and video transport services for small to
large-sized businesses. Cox Media offers national and
local cable advertising in traditional spot and new media
formats, along with promotional opportunities and
production services.
Cox Communications, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal
Opportunity Employers. We have a tradition of encouraging
a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of
hiring practices.
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COUNTRY CODE: US
POSTAL CODE: 30348
REGION: GA
MUNICIPALITY: Atlanta
ADDRESS: 1400 Lake Hearn Drive, NE
PHONE:
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JOB POSTING INFORMATION
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JOB TITLE: Vice President - Development
SSONETCODE: 2920020
JOB CATEGORY: Media and Arts
JOB AREA:
FUNCTION CODE: OTH
INDUSTRY CODE: OTH
JOB STATUS: Full Time
COUNTRY: US
POSTAL CODE: 20815
REGION: MD
MUNICIPALITY: Chevy Chase
SALARY LEVEL: Salary commensurate with experience
BENEFITS:
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Vice President - Development
The Vice President, Development is as a key member of the
Travel Channel Content Team. Reporting to the Senior Vice
President, Content, the VP contributes to strategic
planning and executing programming strategies through the
development and production process.
Responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain relationships
with Production Community and independent producers;
solicit topics from prospective producers, and employ
skills pertaining to the development/refining of
editorial content and scripting.
2. Supervise editorial management of
pilots with Senior Directors and Executive Producers.
3. Serve as Executive Producer on certain
pilots, working with multiple outside production
companies on multiple pilots simultaneously and in
coordination with internal departments to ensure timely
and on-budget development, production and delivery of
commissions, co-productions, and development projects.
4. Collaborate with
producers/writers/agents/distributors to secure
financing.
5. Oversee development of new content as
well as research, conceive and create fresh, new ideas.
6. Review scripts, treatments and other
materials for development and production.
7. Evaluate proposals, producers work,
and refine as needed in preparation for (and throughout)
production.
8. Present projects and solicit
international interest through internal buy-in process.
9. Inform and involve key departments on
projects throughout all stages of the pipeline to
maximize their value to the company.
10. Maintain adherence and accountability
for all aspects of TCMs editorial, budgetary, and
production standards as well as contractual requirements
for programming.
11. Represent TCM at key programming
markets, conventions and other functions as designated by
the SVP, Content.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Requirements:
* Bachelors degree in related field or an
equivalent combination of skills, training and hands-on
experience.
* 8-10 years hands-on development and
production experience in long-form and short-from
non-fictional genres, general entertainment, and/or LIVE
TV events.
* Proven record of demonstrated
creativity with an ability to generate new ideas and
translate them into high-quality TV programs.
* An independent thinker and
idea-generator who is also a team player.
* Proficiency in TV production economics
and management.
* Ability to manage outside producers,
build credibility and strong working relationships with
other internal executives and generate commitment to
goals.
* Knowledge of all aspects of
contemporary production and post-production capabilities.
* Outstanding editorial judgment and
creative abilities, strong verbal and written
communications skills, and demonstrated leadership
skills.
* Must have the legal right to work in
the United States.
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