Senior Creative Development Producer (Contractor)

Riot Film/TV is looking for a Senior Creative Producer, Film/TV, Animation who seeks to push the limits of the animation medium and up the bar of animated storytelling.

The Senior Creative Producer is responsible for shepherding the creative for animated theatrical feature films and premium series content that results in Riot Games’ upcoming slate, through the development and production phases. As such, the Senior Creative Producer partners with directors, filmmakers and showrunners to articulate and develop their film & series ideas into multi-million dollar features and series productions. Duties include being subject matter experts on storytelling and story structure; building and editing story and pitch presentations that lead to major creative milestones; conducting and managing inspirational research for feature films’ and series’ worlds & characters; in partnership with the Story team, being responsible for on-going, in-depth searches for writers and directors to match the sensibility of the projects, filmmakers, and the filmmaker-driven, collaborative culture of Riot Games; shepherd the creative for the entirety of the production process, effectively collaborating with the production team to deliver world-class titles. The SCP reports to the Global Head of Animation Development, Film/TV in a highly team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

• Partners with filmmakers to drive and execute the creative vision of Film/TV titles from inception to delivery
• Supports and participates in developing the creative strategy on feature films, long-form series and short projects, and provides subject matter expertise to filmmakers to assist and influence the shaping of stories from concept through delivery, with an emphasis on character & structure, that results in multi-million-dollar film and series releases.
• Day-to-day management of the creative development and production of assigned projects as well as support of the overall Film/TV animation slate which includes:
• Maintaining solid relationships within studio and with external filmmaking community
• Promoting a culture of creative collaboration and facilitating peer feedback throughout the filmmaking process
• Championing diversity and inclusion in all areas of the development process & department
• Supporting the strategic priorities of the studio leadership team, particularly in the pursuit of excellence, mentorship, diversity & inclusion, and studio engagement
• Supporting the Global Head of Animation in the growth and mentorship of the creative producers
• Partners with Global Head of Animation & Associate Producer to identify and adapt project milestones, and monitor creative progress for Riot development and production slate of feature films, long-form series and shorts
• Facilitates & provides creative feedback in pitches, story & notes sessions, screenings, edit and music/sound/mix sessions throughout development and during production
• Responsible for writer, director and showrunner talent sourcing & matching.
• Collaborate on the development of the slate, including crafting filmmaker briefs, leading creative working sessions, analyzing story structure, managing script analysts as needed.
• Responsible for the search and hiring of story & research consultants for multiple feature films, long-form series and shorts that are in development and/or active production.
• Responsible for research initiatives, and integration of ongoing research that influences story development.
• Collaborate on story development of various ancillary projects, such as short-form content, and various content exploration programs within the studio.
• Become a trusted thought-partner to filmmakers and support the projects creatively throughout their lifespan, by reviewing visual development materials, storyboards, reels at various stages of development and production.
• In coordination with the GHDP, provide input on talent deals and contracts in support of the Riot Legal and BA.
• Collaborate with other Riot and game and product teams across the organization to create integrated entertainment experiences.
• As part of the Film/TV team brain trust, provide development support & feedback on other Film & TV projects, regardless of the medium.

Required Qualifications: 

• Excellent understanding of screenplay structure, character and script analysis
• Deep knowledge of film/tv/theater and the entertainment industry, and strong interest in animation
• Deep industry contacts with writers & creative talent as well as agents, managers and scouts
• Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with all levels of creative talent, executives and management, and with diverse personalities and work styles, is crucial
• Demonstrable flexibility, professionalism, and finesse when handling the multiple and diverse demands of a fast-paced and dynamic creative environment
• Strong time management, organizational & leadership skills
• 3+ years of experience in managing a project or a team
• 7+ years of experience in a relevant, comparable environment is required

Desired Qualifications:

• Passion and understanding of the League of Legends universe and characters, and love for games in general
• Proven experience in talent sourcing & matching

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about the experiences of players, this could be the role for you!

Riot Games fosters a player and workplace experience that values teamwork embodied by the and . Our culture embraces differences as a strength, and our values are the guiding principles for how we approach work. We are committed to putting diversity and inclusion (D&I) at the center of everything we do, and promoting a fair and collaborative culture where Rioters treat one another with dignity and respect. We encourage you to read more about our value of and our ongoing work to build the .

It’s our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.

Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:

• Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data
• Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
• Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
• Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security. 

(Los Angeles Only) Hourly range between $85.51/hr - $124.45/hr USD [Contract Role]