Head of Series Casting Prime Video , PV Studios

DESCRIPTION:

The Casting Executive for Amazon MGM Studios role will oversee and manage the casting of series and hiring of casting directors for all Amazon MGM series thereby ensuring a steady flow of quality talent. This role will be a part of the Amazon casting team, working with the other Casting Executives, implementing processes, and infrastructure to support this pipeline of current and new programming content for the platform and help shape the long-term casting strategy and goals for Casting. This position will work closely with the Amazon MGM Executives.

Key job responsibilities
Help to set and manage cast budgets in conjunction with Amazon MGM Studios execs and producers for series by making effective tradeoffs between production budgets and creative goals of a production.

Identify talent for Amazon MGM series.

Remain current on talent in upcoming movies, series, and theatre both domestic and international that raise the bar for Amazon MGM Studios.

Help to create operational efficiencies both internally and externally

Brings expertise to the most complex negotiations (regardless of deal size), in collaboration with Amazon MGM Creatives, Legal and Business Affairs.

Candidate should be a self-starter and feel confident in making casting decisions directly with senior Amazon MGM Executives.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- 6+ years of equivalent experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Track record of innovation
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and presentation skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- 10+ years of equivalent experience
- Knowledge of AVOD, FVOD, SVOD or OTT video services
- Track record of innovation
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and presentation skills
- Reputation for creativity, attention to detail and business insight
- Self-motivated with high energy and thrive in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, Culver City - 165,300.00 - 223,700.00 USD annually