EVP Development

NEON is looking for an Executive Vice President of Development to spearhead the growth of our film slate and expand our creative footprint in the film industry. This is a key leadership role where you will help shape NEON's vision by driving the development of compelling stories while overseeing various projects from inception through to production. You will work closely with our creative teams, producers, and external partners to identify and cultivate new film projects that resonate with our brand’s commitment to unique and thought-provoking cinema. This role reports to the President of Acquisitions, Production & Development.

Here's what you'll do:

• Identify and evaluate new film projects, talent, and intellectual property that align with NEON's mission and brand identity.
• Set the strategic direction for project development, ensuring all productions meet NEON’s creative and financial goals.
• Oversee the development of scripts and creative concepts, providing feedback and guidance to writers and directors.
• Manage creative executives committed to curating the development slate and developing projects
• Collaborate with marketing and distribution teams to align developmental strategies with audience engagement and market positioning.
• Manage relationships with writers, directors, producers, and talent to nurture a robust development pipeline.
• Represent NEON at film festivals, markets, and other industry events to elevate the company's presence and networking opportunities.
• Work alongside finance and legal teams to ensure projects adhere to budgetary constraints and contractual obligations throughout the development phase.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging talent to maintain NEON's competitive edge in content acquisition and development.
• Work closely with the President of Acquisitions, Production & Development to usher projects through greenlight processes and make decisions around whether to proceed at each step.
• Negotiate top-line business deals to option rights and hire talent, working closely with NEON’s business affairs team.
• Serve as the senior creative executive on certain projects, creatively chaperoning the project through the development process as well as through production and post, through to delivery/distribution.
• Work directly and collaboratively with writers, directors and producers to develop projects, giving notes and helping as needed.
• Work closely with NEON’s physical production team to ensure our creative and business priorities are being protected during prep, production, and post — going to production meetings, set, and the editing room and watching dailies as necessary.
• Serve as the main point of contact for the rest of the company across the projects you point as they get delivered for distribution, in order to ensure that there is consistency and continuity with the original goals.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• 15 years of experience in the film industry, with a focus on development, production, or content acquisition.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and overseeing feature film projects from idea generation through production.
• Strong relationships with writers, directors, producers, and talent within the film community, with demonstrated ability to attract high-quality content.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the film industry landscape, including current trends and emerging talent.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.

Compensation:

This position has a target annual pay range of $200,000 and $250,000. Compensation for prospective employees within the range listed will be determined by various factors, including experience and qualifications, the level of specialization required for the role, budget considerations, and local market conditions.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in this roleApplications can be submitted through LinkedIn or directly on our company job site: https://apply.workable.com/neon-rated/j/350C343F69/

NEON offers all of its full-time employees a robust range of benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and other perks.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Parental and Caregiver Leaves)
• Hybrid Work Plan
• Wellness Resources

About NEON

NEON is a leading independent film distribution company dedicated to championing bold and innovative storytelling. We believe in the power of film to spark conversations, connect communities, and make the world a more empathetic place. 

NEON is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and retains talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in the film industry and are an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity in all forms. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to apply—your unique voice is welcome here!

The job description is to be used merely as a guide of expectations rather than an exhaustive list of all duties and competencies. All requirements and skills are subject to change as business needs evolve.

Salary : $200,000 - $250,000