Head of Series Casting Prime Video, PV Studios
The Casting Executive for Amazon MGM Studios will oversee and manage the casting of series, hiring of casting directors for all Amazon MGM series, and ensure a steady flow of quality talent. This role is part of the Amazon casting team, working with other Casting Executives to implement processes and infrastructure that support current and new programming content for the platform. The position will help shape the long‑term casting strategy and goals, and work closely with Amazon MGM Executives.
Key Responsibilities
- Help set and manage cast budgets in conjunction with Amazon MGM Studios executives and producers, making effective trade‑offs between production budgets and creative goals.
- Identify talent for Amazon MGM series.
- Stay current on talent in upcoming movies, series, and theatre — both domestic and international — that raise the bar for Amazon MGM Studios.
- Create operational efficiencies internally and externally.
- Provide expertise in complex negotiations, regardless of deal size, in collaboration with Amazon MGM Creatives, Legal, and Business Affairs.
- Make casting decisions directly with senior Amazon MGM executives as a self‑starter.
Basic Qualifications
- 6+ years of equivalent experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Track record of innovation
- Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of equivalent experience
- Knowledge of AVOD, FVOD, SVOD, or OTT video services
- Track record of innovation
- Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills
- Reputation for creativity, attention to detail, and business insight
- Self‑motivated with high energy and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Location: USA, CA, Culver City – Salary range: 165,300.00 – 223,700.00 USD annually.
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