Sr. Writer Producer, Jeopardy Job at Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc in Culver

Senior Writer Producer

Game Show Group

The Senior Writer / Video Producer is a key creative contributor responsible for developing, writing, and producing compelling video assets that support all Jeopardy! marketing efforts. Reporting to the VP, Operations, Production & Video Editorial, this role drives the creative execution of broadcast promotions, digital and social content, trailers, spots, sizzles, and a wide range of franchise‑focused video materials. The ideal candidate blends strong conceptual storytelling with hands‑on producing experience and thrives in a fast‑moving, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Writing & Concept Development

• Write scripts, concepts, and copy for broadcast promos, trailers, brand spots, digital and social videos, sizzles, and internal marketing materials.
• Develop creative ideas that align with the Jeopardy! brand voice, franchise DNA, and overall campaign strategy.
• Craft narrative approaches that highlight game play, contestants, hosts, key moments, and franchise initiatives while ensuring clarity and excitement for audiences across all platforms.
• Collaborate closely with the Integrated Marketing team to refine messaging, tone, and presentation.

Producing & Project Execution

• Produce video assets from concept through delivery—including pre‑production planning, shoot coordination, on‑set producing, editorial supervision, and finishing.
• Work with editors, graphics teams, production management, and external vendors to ensure timelines, budgets, and creative objectives are met.
• Manage asset pulls, selects, and approvals across broadcast, episodic, archival, and digital libraries to build efficient and accurate creative workflows.
• Oversee versioning needs for broadcast, streaming, digital, social, and partner placements.

Editorial & Story Craft

• Lead editorial sessions, giving clear, collaborative direction to editors and motion designers.
• Shape story arcs, selects, pacing, tone, and final messaging to uphold consistent brand standards.
• Ensure all pieces maintain the precision, accuracy, and authenticity that define the Jeopardy! brand.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Jeopardy!’s internal teams as well as external partners as needed.
• Support the creation of materials for franchise extensions, specials, events, partnerships, and development presentations.

Quality, Delivery & Platform Expertise

• Deliver content that meets all broadcast, digital, and social technical specifications and deadlines.
• Maintain a deep understanding of evolving platform trends, video formats, and creative best practices across linear, streaming, digital, and social channels.
• Uphold rigorous quality control for picture, audio, accuracy, and branding.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience writing and producing marketing materials for broadcast, streaming, digital, or social platforms.
• Strong background in promotional writing, trailer/spot development, or entertainment marketing.
• Hands‑on experience producing shoots and overseeing editorial/post‑production.
• Exceptional writing skills with the ability to shift tone for different platform needs while maintaining brand cohesion.
• Strong collaboration skills and experience working with creative, production, and editorial teams.
• Deep familiarity with the Jeopardy! franchise is a plus; passion for game shows, quiz shows, competition formats, or knowledge‑based storytelling is strongly preferred.
• Highly organized, resourceful, and comfortable managing multiple projects in parallel.