10/02/2025
Very exciting news! Kailash Films are going global ๐ฅ and we're looking for the right person to lead this exciting development.
Click below for full job description and application.
Apply at: [email protected]
Newyddion gyffroes! Mae Kailash Films yn mynd rhyngwladol ๐ฅ ac rydym yn chwilio am y person gorau i arwain y ddatblygiad gyffrous hon.
Cliciwch isod am y manylion.
Ebostwch: [email protected]
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job role: Senior Development Executive - International
Company: Kailash Films
Contract: Part-time, initial period of 12 months.
Location: Flexible / Kailash Films office is in Cardiff, but this role can be done remotely.
Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 21st February 2025, 5pm
Kailash Films, producers of Helmand: Tour of Duty, and Hunting Mr Nice are looking for an experienced Senior Development Executive to join our team and lead the development of new projects, and commissions in the US.
We're looking for someone with proven experience and an existing track record of winning work in the US with streamers/cable networks. The right candidate will have at least ten years experience in factual television development and have existing relationships with key stakeholders in the US.
The role will be part-time for an initial period of 12 months.
The Kailash Films office is in Cardiff, Wales but the role can be done remotely.
If youโve got the experience and are full of creativity, enthusiasm, and drive, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
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Idea Development: Originate and develop new unscripted premium doc ideas for
international audiences.
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Market Expansion: Drive Kailash Films' expansion into North America by identifying
opportunities and securing commissions for original content with global streaming platforms
and major broadcasters.
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Industry Partnerships: Cultivate and maintain relationships with key North American buyers,
including streamers, broadcasters, and distributors, to expand Kailash Filmsโ network.
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Talent Acquisition: Attract and onboard top industry talent, including seasoned producers,
directors, and creative professionals specialising in premium documentaries and help grow
the premium doc talent in Wales.
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Strategic Vision & Ex*****on: Work closely with the Creative Director to align on a strategic
roadmap for achieving Kailash Films' international growth objectives.
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Trend Analysis & Insights: Monitor trends in the unscripted content landscape, such as
premium box sets and documentaries to ensure our content is relevant and competitive on a
global scale.
Essential Qualifications:
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10+ years of experience in factual television production and development, with a proven track record specifically in premium documentaries.
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Demonstrated success in developing and securing commissions for high-quality unscripted, documentary series.
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An existing strong network of contacts within North American streaming platforms and major broadcasters and cable networks.
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In-depth knowledge of current trends in unscripted television and the ever-changing global demands including industry trends and potential gaps in the market.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to pitch and sell ideas.
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Excellent organisational skills; ability to handle multiple projects at once and be a self-starter.
Other key skills needed:
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A passion for factual television โ particularly UK & US premium docs and feature docs.
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Be a positive advocate for the company and its ambitions to drive constructive working relationships with talent, broadcasters and streamers/networks.
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Develop ideas, pitch decks, and treatment packages to take to market.
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Monitor and update the international development slate.
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Sound editorial judgement, with the ability to demonstrate this verbally in pitch meetings and in writing decks.
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An understanding of the financial landscape of the unscripted industry.
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A proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with commissioners.
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Experience in preparing written and verbal pitches and presentations.
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Ability to work to tight deadlines.
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Ability to work unsupervised, demonstrating initiative and assessing priorities.
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Prepared to travel to the US/North America occasionally for meetings and events.
Kailash Films is an equal opportunities employer.
We actively encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a creative and inspirational home for all people. To make sure we are as inclusive and accessible as possible, please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance either to help you with your application or whilst working with us.
Your Personal Data is very important to us and the information you provide will be collected and processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. We will hold your CV for 6 months
unless you ask us to delete it earlier.
About the Company:
Kailash Films is a dynamic and fast-growing production company with a passion for innovative storytelling and a commitment to celebrating cultural diversity. Weโve carved out a reputation for
producing compelling, high-quality content that resonates with audiences across the UK and beyond.
Our vision is bold: to become the go-to production company for culturally rich, internationally appealing unscripted content. Weโre driven to create stories that inspire, entertain, and connect
people from all walks of life.
Joining Kailash Films means becoming part of a company that is not just growing but striving to innovate and lead. Itโs a chance to shape the future of unscripted content on a global scale and leave your mark on a company that values creativity, ambition, and cultural integrity.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and brief cover letter with your experience and vision for this role to:
[email protected] with โY O U R F U L L N A M E & US Dev Execโ in the title.
Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 21st February 2025, 5pm
DISGRIFIAD SWYDD
Rรดl Swydd: Uwch Weithredydd Datblygu - Rhyngwladol
Cwmni: Kailash Films
Contract: Rhan-amser, cyfnod cychwynnol o 12 mis.
Lleoliad: Hyblyg / mae swyddfa Kailash Films yng Nghaerdydd, ond gellir cyflawni'r rรดl hon o bell.
Dyddiad Cau: Dydd Gwener, 21 Chwefror 2025, 5yp
Mae Kailash Films, cynhyrchwyr Helmand: Tour of Duty a Hunting Mr Nice, yn chwilio am Uwch Weithredydd Datblygu profiadol i ymuno รข'n tรฎm, ac arwain datblygiad prosiectau newydd a
comisiynau yn yr UD.
Bydd yr ymgeisydd delfrydol gyda phrofiad รข o leiaf 10 mlynedd o brofiad, mewn datblygu syniadau teledu ffeithiol ac yn gallu dangos perthnasoedd cryf gyda rhanddeiliaid allweddol yn yr UD.
Bydd y rรดl yn rhan-amser am gyfnod cychwynnol o 12 mis.
Er bod swyddfa Kailash Films yng Nghaerdydd, gellir cyflawni'r rรดl hon o bell.
Os oes gennych y profiad, creadigrwydd aโr brwydfrydedd I wneud gwahaniaeth, hoffem glywed gennych!
Prif Gyfrifoldebau:
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Datblygu Syniadau: Creu a datblygu syniadau dogfen di-sgript newydd o ansawdd uchel ar gyfer cynulleidfaoedd rhyngwladol.
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Ehangu'r Farchnad: Arwain twf Kailash Films yng Ngogledd America drwy sicrhau comisiynau gyda darlledwyr a llwyfannau ffrydio byd-eang.
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Partneriaethau Diwydiannol: Meithrin a chryfhau perthnasoedd gyda chomisiynwyr, darlledwyr a phrynwyr allweddol yng Ngogledd America.
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Denu Talent: Denu a recriwtio talent diwydiannol flaenllaw, gan gynnwys cynhyrchwyr, cyfarwyddwyr a gweithwyr creadigol arbenigol mewn dogfennau premiwm, ac i dyfu talent
dogfennau premiwm yng Nghymru.
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Gweledigaeth a Gweithredu Strategol: Gweithio'n agos gyda'r Cyfarwyddwr Creadigol i lunio strategaeth datblygurhyngwldaol Kailash Films.
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Dadansoddi Patrymau: Monitro patrymau yn y dirwedd cynnwys di-sgript, megis cyfresi dogfen premiwm, er mwyn sicrhau bod cynnwys Kailash Films yn berthnasol ac yn gystadleuol yn fyd-eang.
Cymwysterau Hanfodol:
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O leiaf 10 mlynedd o brofiad mewn datblygu a chynhyrchu teledu ffeithiol, gyda hanes llwyddiannus o sicrhau comisiynau ar gyfer cyfresi dogfenni premiwm.
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Profiad llwyddiannus o ddatblygu a sicrhau comisiynau ar gyfer cyfresi dogfen premiwm, di-sgript o ansawdd uchel.
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Rhwydwaith cryf a pharhaus o fewn llwyfannau ffrydio a darlledwyr Gogledd America.
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Gwybodaeth gadarn am dueddiadau presennol yn y ddiwydiant teledu di-sgript a'r galw byd-eang, sy'n newid yn barhaus.
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Sgiliau cyfathrebu ysgrifenedig a llafar rhagorol ar gallu i gyflwyno a gwerthu syniadau.
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Sgiliau trefnu cryf aโr gallu i reoli prosiectau ac weithioโn annibynol.
Sgiliau Allweddol Ychwanegol:
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Brwdfrydedd dros deledu ffeithiol, yn enwedig dogfennau premiwm yn y DU a'r UD.
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Yn bositif ac yn frwdfrydig ynghylch uchelgeisiau Kailash Films, a'i nod i feithrin perthnasoedd gwaith adeiladol gyda thalent, darlledwyr a llwyfannau ffrydio.
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Datblygu syniadau, deunyddiau cyflwyno a phacedi triniaeth i fynd รข nhw i'r farchnad.
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Monitro a diweddaru portffolio datblygu rhyngwladol y cwmni.
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Barn olygyddol gadarn, gyda'r gallu i ddangos hyn yn lafar mewn cyfarfodydd ac yn ysgrifenedig.
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Dealltwriaeth o dirwedd ariannol y diwydiant ddi-sgript.
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Profiad o gynnal a chynnal perthnasoedd cryf gyda chomisiynwyr.
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Profiad o baratoi cyflwyniadau ysgrifenedig a llafar.
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Y gallu i weithio i derfynau amser tynn.
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Y gallu i weithio heb oruchwyliaeth, gan ddangos menter a blaenoriaethu tasgau.
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Parodrwydd i deithio i'r UD/Gogledd America yn achlysurol ar gyfer cyfarfodydd a digwyddiadau.
Mae Kailash Films yn gyflogwr cyfle cyfartal.
Rydym yn annog ceisiadau gan unigolion o bob cefndir ac yn ymrwymedig i ddarparu cartref creadigol ac ysbrydoledig i bawb. Er mwyn sicrhau bod Kailash Films yn gynhwysol, rhowch wybod i ni os oes angen unrhyw addasiadau rhesymol neu gymorth arnoch, naill ai i'ch helpu gyda'ch cais neu wrth weithio gyda ni.
Mae eich Data Personol yn bwysig iawn i ni, a bydd yr wybodaeth a ddarparwch yn cael ei chasglu a'i phrosesu yn unol รข Deddf Diogelu Data 2018. Byddwn yn cadw eich CV am 6 mis oni bai eich bod yn gofyn i ni ei ddileu yn gynt.
Am y Cwmni:
Mae Kailash Films yn gwmni cynhyrchu deinamig sy'n tyfu'n gyflym, gyda brwdfrydedd dros adrodd straeon arloesol ac ymrwymiad i ddathlu amrywiaeth ddiwylliannol. Rydym wedi ennill enw da am gynhyrchu cynnwys gafaelgar, o ansawdd uchel sy'n atseinio gyda chynulleidfaoedd ledled y DU a thu hwnt.
Mae ein gweledigaeth yn feiddgar: i ddod y cwmni cynhyrchu gorau ar gyfer cynnwys di-sgript sy'n gyfoethog yn ddiwylliannol ac yn apelio'n rhyngwladol. Rydym yn creu straeon sy'n ysbrydoli, adloni, ac yn cysylltu pobl o bob cefndir.
Mae ymuno รข Kailash Films yn golygu dod yn rhan o gwmni sy'n tyfu ac sy'n ymdrechu i arloesi ac arwain. Mae'n gyfle i lunio dyfodol cynnwys di-sgript ar raddfa fyd-eang a gadael eich marc ar gwmni sy'n gwerthfawrogi creadigrwydd, uchelgais ac uniondeb diwylliannol.
Sut i Wneud Cais:
Anfonwch eich CV a llythyr eglurhaol byr yn amlinellu eich profiad a'ch gweledigaeth ar gyfer y rรดl hon i: [email protected] gyda 'EICH ENW LLAWN & US Dev Exec' yn y llinell bwnc.
Dyddiad Cau: Dydd Gwener, 21 Chwefror 2025, 5yp
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