Location
London - 1 New Oxford Street, WC1A 1NU - expectation is 4/5 days in the office.

Hours
Full time, 9 month freelance contract (PAYE).

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Story Producer to join our production team to oversee a high-profile literary adaptation for a major streaming platform. This role spans the entire creative lifecycle of the project, from intensive creative development through to the completion of production. You will lead the editorial development and story lining for an 8–12 episode season, collaborating closely with the Showrunner and a team of six writers through the script commissioning and redrafting process. You will provide supervision and mentorship to two script editors while acting as the primary creative liaison between the writing team, producers, and directors to ensure all editorial decisions align with practical production requirements.

Experience
Minimum 4+ years extensive experience in creative development within the television industry. Proven track record of seeing projects through from concept to production. Previous script editing and story lining production credits. Experience in script development including giving script feedback and development notes to writers, and contributing to the generation of ideas and the resolution of script problems. Comfortable working with legal personnel and have a solid understanding of intellectual property rights, copyright and clearance matters.

About you
Must care deeply about making impactful and entertaining television and be an avid viewer/consumer of Drama. Passionate about creative excellence with an efficient and organised personality able to turn ideas into action. Highly developed editorial skills with sound judgement. Exceptional idea generation skills and editorial judgment. Excellent time management and ability to handle multiple deadlines. Highly collaborative approach with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Resourceful self-starter with an independent attitude and the ability to lead constructive dialogue with sensitivity and tact. Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team and build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of colleagues. Great attention to detail while meeting tight deadlines. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion within the industry.