Director, Production & Development (National Geographic)
Core
Oversees development, production, delivery, and broadcast of unscripted linear and streaming content for National Geographic platforms, ensuring creative quality, strong storytelling, and sound budget management.
Role type
Director of Development and Production (Unscripted TV)
Builds
Unscripted series and one-off productions for National Geographic platforms
Domain
Media & Entertainment / Unscripted Television
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features
Required skills
Unscripted TV development and production leadership, Budget management, Editorial guidance, Production partner management, Cross-platform content strategy, Linear and streaming audience sensibilities
Preferred skills
Field production experience, Ratings and research data analysis, Channel executive management experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook
Responsibilities
Oversee unscripted series development from concept to broadcast, Develop baseline ideas into premium creative television products, Collaborate with production companies for editorial guidance, Manage production partners to meet creative and ratings goals, Coordinate with Marketing, Ad Sales, and Digital for cross-platform initiatives, Maintain editorial standards within budgetary requirements
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & execution
