We produce long form Narrative Fiction shows that have been listened to by tens of millions.
Interface with high-profile clients, prospective clients, managers and network executives with utmost professionalism. Research ratings, information on unscripted shows, podcasts, showrunners and directors.
Writing coverage for Film and Television scripts, books, and plays. Researching IP of potential interest for Adaptation (books, articles, podcasts).
Responsibilities include script coverage, tracking writers/directors, sitting in on pitches, as well as other tasks as they arise.
The ideal candidate will be a quick reader, strong writer, have an innate ability to prioritize, and have a good sense of the industry and its main players.
Work closely with the President and VP to build and support a growing slate across Film and Television. Write coverage, outgoing submission letters, and notes on outlines, scripts, dailies, and cuts.
Read a variety of manuscripts across all genres and give verbal feedback on their Film potential.
Responsibilities include booking guests for podcasts, research and scheduling, booking crew, and media management.
Here is a list of some of the feature-length film mandates for 2022.
Work with writers to develop story and scripts to help transition each podcast to TV series. Develop innovative story approaches and thematic arcs to help transition podcasts into TV/Film.
Writing coverage for Film and Television scripts, books, and plays.
Candidate must have comprehensive knowledge and experience working with top-tier talent as well as understanding of creators in other mediums including literary authors, Comic Book/Graphic Novel creators and video game developers.
Administrative duties include managing a high volume of calls, emails, scheduling, expenses, travel, etc.
Lead production of compelling and innovative Limited Series by clearly communicating the parameters and goals for each project to internal and external team members.
This role will be responsible for evaluating, developing, pitching and selling projects based on internal IP as well as external projects.
Ideal candidate is an avid reader, can juggle administrative duties, is tenacious and thinks on their feet.
This individual will work closely with the CEO and other members of the team to help source ideas for Television shows, documentaries, Films, and podcasts.
You are responsible for servicing customers (managers, studio execs, producers) by identifying and selling them stories fit for Film/TV adaptation that match their needs.
Work with Topic Studios executives and producers to develop and/or vet budgets and production plans for Fiction and Nonfiction TV shows, Films, podcasts, and Documentary features that are in development, pre-production, and under consideration as potential investment.
Support the SVP in managing the Scripted Development slate and track day-to-day creative progress on projects.
Experience developing and producing Television. Podcast, Film, and documentary development experience a plus.
The person should have experience with and passion for non-scripted TV, Digital, endorsements, podcasts, and touring or licensing.
This position will direct, oversee and manage marketing initiatives in order to grow the listening audience for our expanding slate of GZM shows.
Must be well-organized with the ability to effectively multi-task, prioritize, and take initiative supporting the needs of the manager.
Be a voracious reader and provide research, creative input and books for consideration for development.
Launch an IP group targeting both domestic and international sources for USG (i.e., books, articles, life rights, podcasts, formats, etc.) as well as identifying IP that aligns with talents creative requests.
This will entail putting together simple timelines for a variety of historical periods; finding unique characters, inspiration and “fun facts” to feed storylines.
Generate ideas, develop projects and search for valuable IP (books, comics, graphic novels, podcasts, etc).
