Freelance Account Director, Brand Entertainment

Observatory (A Stagwell & CAA Company); Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Freelance Account Director in Brand Entertainment to lead development on premium long-form projects. This role requires a deep understanding of the entertainment landscape, strong client relationship management, and exceptional communication skills. You will manage all aspects of project development from inception to release, ensuring alignment with brand objectives. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a proven track record in the entertainment industry, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on innovative projects. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the creation of engaging content that resonates with audiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in film with creative executives.
• Strong writing and communication skills essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Lead development executive on projects, managing timelines and budgets.
• Assess materials and provide strategic insights aligned with brand goals.

Skills

Client relationship management

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Project management

Detail-oriented

Job description

Seeking a FREELANCE Account Director, Brand Entertainment with strong entertainment/development experience across television, feature film, and streaming. Must have proven track record of working with brands to develop and produce premium long-form entertainment with extensive knowledge of the entertainment landscape. Position is full-time starting May through October/November 2025. US Remote position with PST working hours required.

Responsibilities

• Assess incoming materials (scripts, treatments, sizzles, films) and provide strategic POV based on brand objectives
• Serve as lead development executive on current slate of projects which includes:
• Developing and/or reviewing treatments
• Generating writers, directors, production company, talent lists for projects in development
• Evaluating cuts of films and providing creative notes to filmmakers
• Identifying and providing strategic POV on potential distributors to pitch projects to
• Developing pitch decks for distributors
• Attending pitch meetings with distributors
• End-to-end project management of all projects on slate from partner onboarding, production, through post-production, release, and marketing promotion
• Closely manage production timelines and key milestones to ensure projects stay on track
• Work with various client teams and external partners to develop and execute promotional support in advance of film launches
• Oversee and manage festival/event premieres
• Manage external producing partners and serve as main point of contact
• Oversee development and production budgets
• Interface with high-level executives across studios, streamers, production companies, networks, and talent agencies
• Ensure brand objectives and guidelines are met across all executions
• Lead internal and external status meetings
• Manage internal team of creatives, producers, and project managers

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with creative executives in film
• Experience in professional client relationship management
• Deep understanding of entertainment industry dynamics
• Proven ability to plan and strategize at a senior level
• Experience with highly-matrixed organizations
• Must have strong writing and excellent communication skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management
• Must be able to work under strict time constraints and meet deadlines
• Must be detail-oriented, organized and able to handle multiple tasks
• Must be able to handle confidential information