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Berlin, De

Berlin, De

Mainz Area, Germany

- Lead the strategic expansion and diversification of ZDF Studios' drama portfolio, establishing it as a leading international player.- Manage a global team of creative and production executives, cultivating a collaborative and high-performing environment.- Drive worldwide content sales, forging robust partnerships with international broadcasters, SVOD platforms, and pay-TV networks.- Oversee the development, financing, and production of 30+ original drama series annually, ensuring alignment with market demands.- Secure favorable financing for international co-productions: Successfully negotiate with local commissioners and subsidy organizations to secure tax credits and other incentives, optimizing financial returns for productions.- Establish ZDFS.drama as a preferred partner: Build a strong reputation for co-commissioning, co-production, and financing of high-quality drama content.- Spearhead creative development: Direct in-house development of projects tailored to B2B market needs, ensuring a focus on commercially viable concepts.- Foster group synergies: Collaborate with ZDFE-owned production entities to create a cohesive and high-quality scripted slate.- Integrate AI technologies: Leverage cutting-edge AI tools to enhance the development and production process, streamlining workflows and identifying audience trends.- Champion international promotion: Participate in industry panels, host events, and deliver keynote presentations to raise the global profile of ZDF Studios' drama offerings.- Optimize content strategies: Design comprehensive strategies for co-production, sales, and distribution, maximizing the value of ZDFE.drama projects in competitive markets.

Berlin Area, Germany

- Construct and manage financing structures for high-end TV dramas such as Frank Doelgers THE SWARM and CONCORDIA, securing investments and partnerships to facilitate the production of top-quality content- Spearhead business development efforts, expanding the company's reach and fostering strategic - relationships within the industry- Identify promising new projects and adapt them into engaging TV series, driving the company's creative vision and success- Oversee general management responsibilities for a leading high-end TV production company, ensuring efficient operations and a focus on continuous growth- Cultivate a company culture that attracts and retains top talent, positioning Intaglio Films as a premier destination for creative professionals in the industry

- Steered the company through a transitional period, ensuring continuity and stability in operations, while maintaining a focus on growth and innovation- Oversaw all aspects of the company, including content strategy, concept development, production, post-production, and distribution for various digital platforms- Fostered strategic partnerships with brands, and media companies, enhancing the company's network and reputation within the digital content industry- Implemented new processes and frameworks to improve efficiency, streamline workflows, and enhance the overall quality of content produced, positioning Streamwerke GmbH for long-term success

Berlin Area, Germany

Berlin, Los Angeles, Tokyo

- Developed, implemented, and evolved Viewster's content strategy for films and TV shows across global markets, ensuring a diverse and engaging offering- Led all content acquisition efforts worldwide, establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, and negotiating key contracts- Managed offices in Los Angeles, Berlin, and Tokyo, overseeing strategic planning across all divisions of Viewster and supervising a team of 25+ staff members and freelancers- Built and managed a high-performing content team, including editorial, publishing, material coordination, studio operations, content coordination, subtitling community, and content acquisition- Collaborated with marketing and communications departments to create integrated campaigns, promoting Viewster's content across all devices and platforms- Supervised studio operations and worked closely with internal engineering teams to maintain proficiency in Viewster's systems, ensuring smooth content implementation and availability- Served as special project manager for product improvements and strategic initiatives, driving innovation and efficiency within the company- Managed daily operations for Viewster Deutschland GmbH, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment

Berlin Area, Germany

- Developed and executed programming and content strategies to optimize the use of TV and film content on MyVideo and other ProSiebenSat.1 platforms- Initiated the production of exclusive content for MyVideo as part of a convergent media content strategy- Managed multiple projects from initial creative development through final delivery, ensuring timely and efficient execution- Built and maintained content libraries with hundreds of licensors, representing thousands of film and TV programs, and utilized various new media purchase models such as Ad supported, MOD, PPV, VOD, EST, and subscription- Evaluated and managed new and existing third-party acquisition partner content for aggregation and monetization through a growing distribution footprint- Developed and negotiated commercial partnerships with key account content and aggregation partners, bridging the gap between new media technology solutions and traditional production- Attended major film and television markets, including MIPTV, MIPCOM, EFM, AFM, NATPE, and the - Cannes Film Market, fostering relationships with new media distribution platforms, independent filmmakers, major studios, producers' representatives, film festival professionals, and other third- party partners

- Managed multiple projects from initial creative development through final delivery, ensuring efficient organization and scheduling- Built and maintained content libraries with hundreds of licensors, representing thousands of film and TV programs, utilizing various new media purchase models such as Ad supported, MOD, PPV, VOD, EST, and subscription- Developed and negotiated commercial partnerships with key account content and aggregation partners, bridging the gap between new media technology solutions and traditional production & distribution companies- Attended major film and television markets, leveraging ten years of experience to cultivate relationships with new media distribution platforms, independent filmmakers, major studios, producers' representatives, film festival professionals, and other third-party partners- Negotiated content deals with major worldwide operating VOD platforms such as Netflix and - iTunes, expanding the reach and visibility of Viewster's offerings- Devised and implemented strategies for all B2C products, such as mobile VOD content, content shops, cable and satellite VOD channels, and Pay TV channel packaging for major Telcos and TV networks (e.g., Modern Times Group, Orange, Vodafone, Sky, etc.)- Co-developed proprietary direct B2C VOD Widget integration for major TV set manufacturers, such as Samsung, Philips, and LG, while establishing content strategies and building an entire channel portfolio for over 30 territories- Managed a team of local editors to implement strategies, ensuring seamless coordination and execution- Supervised communication agencies in the conception of the product, including media planning and marketing rollout through all communication channels: e.g., TV, print, online, web 2.0, PR, and direct marketing

- Wrote, produced, and directed a slate of full-length feature films, managing multiple projects from initial creative development through final delivery for clients from various sectors- Managed detailed budgets up to 3 million Euros, supervising the budgeting process, approving major expenses, and providing weekly progress reports to investors- Led production teams of up to 250 members in various locations worldwide, ensuring seamless communication both internally and with clients- Oversaw equipment procurement and technical production solutions for all film shoots Managed editing, scoring, marketing, and distribution efforts for completed projects- Recruited and hired talent for various roles within the company and on individual projects- Supervised the creation of films and scripts, ensuring high-quality output aligned with the company's vision- Performed crisis management, effectively addressing and resolving unforeseen challenges during the production process

- Produced and managed image films and extreme sports events from initial creative development through all production phases, ensuring seamless scheduling and budgeting of projects- Led production teams of up to 50 people on set and throughout post-production, fostering efficient collaboration and execution- Served as liaison with TV stations and programmers, producing newscasts and event footage upon request- Managed all project communications, both with clients and internal teams, ensuring clear and timely information exchange- Led production teams on location, overseeing scheduling and shooting from inception to completion

- Oversaw all aspects of production, from concept development to final deliverables, ensuring timely execution and high-quality output- Managed a diverse team of creative and technical professionals, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment- Developed and maintained relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners, ensuring smooth communication and project coordination- Implemented budgeting and resource management strategies, optimizing the allocation of funds and personnel for each project