Amazon Original Programming On The Way, Job Listings Hint

It looks like Amazon is on its way to producing some original video content, not unlike Netflix and Hulu. Well, actually, it’s a little unlike Netflix and Hulu. Rather than outsourcing productio...
Amazon Original Programming On The Way, Job Listings Hint
Written by Chris Crum
  • It looks like Amazon is on its way to producing some original video content, not unlike Netflix and Hulu.

    Well, actually, it’s a little unlike Netflix and Hulu. Rather than outsourcing production of original programming, Amazon is looking to create it in-house, as is indicated in Amazon’s job listings (via Ryan Lawler at GigaOm).

    Recent listings include: Creative Executive, Kids, Creative Executive, Comedy, and Production Assistant.

    The Job Description/Responsibilities section for Creative Executive, Comedy, says:

    People’s Production Company is a movie and series production company. We are seeking a Creative Executive, Comedy to help develop half hour comedies for online and traditional distribution. Projects will primarily come from Amazon Studios. This position will report to the VP, Series Development.

    The ideal candidate knows the comedy genre, has development and production experience and wants to work with writers and artists to develop original series for the web and for traditional distribution channels.

    Responsibilities

    Assess pilot proposals
    Work with writers and artists to develop series ideas
    Staff, cast and produce pilots in a cost-efficient way
    Supervise series production when series are greenlit
    People’s Production Company, part of the Amazon.com, Inc. group of companies, is an equal opportunity employer. This job will be located in Sherman Oaks, CA.

    It looks like at the very least, Amazon is looking to offer comedies and children’s programming. My guess is that it won’t stop there. So far, Netflix is going the drama route. Hulu has gone with comedy and reality.

    We may be poised to see some interesting new directions for Amazon between this and a rumored retail store.

    Get the WebProNews newsletter delivered to your inbox

    Get the free daily newsletter read by decision makers

    Subscribe
    Advertise with Us

    Ready to get started?

    Get our media kit