About the Development Coordinator (Media Ventures) at Headspace:

Join the Headspace team, and help us make the world a healthier, happier place through the joy of meditation and mindfulness! The successful candidate will be part of the newly formed Media Ventures team, supporting the Head of Programming and Development (Media Ventures) and the efforts of the team. As an integral member of the Media Ventures team, you will help in the creative development and production of all off-platform content including podcasts, social & digital content, and TV & film opportunities. This is a great opportunity for someone with 2+ years of experience in the TV/entertainment business with a strong background in development and unscripted TV. The ideal candidate will need to be extremely organized, able to multi-task, have strong writing & communication skills, and be creative! This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a focus on creativity, collaboration, execution, attention to detail, results, teamwork, and, of course, health and happiness.

How your skills and passion will come to life at Headspace:

• Support efforts of the Media Ventures team as they build out content across all media (podcasts, social media, digital content, TV /Film).
• Handle the coordination and organization of all department documents including grids, pitch decks, producer/director/filmmaker lists, meeting agendas, databases, and project submissions.
• Responsible for general administrative duties such as managing calendars, phones, travel coordination and expenses for Head of Programming and Development (Media Ventures)
• Participating in staff meetings and strategy sessions and brainstorming for upcoming projects. 
• Generate ideas and relevant IP to build content around. Track competition and trends to help guide the direction and focus of the team.
• Coordinate outreach for third party individuals, talent and production company as potential creative partners. 
• Be curious, embrace and thrive in the ever-evolving, fast-paced communications, health and technology fields. Keep your finger on the pulse of a changing world and enjoy the challenges that come with change: be at the forefront, an early adopter, a leader.

What you’ve accomplished:

• 2+ years of experience in the TV/entertainment business with a strong background in TV development and unscripted content.
• Extremely organized with a commitment to quality, exceeding expectations and delivering results; a self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment, diving into and executing against the details, being a master at multi-tasking and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Advanced user of GSuite applications & Keynote.
• Knowledge of standard industry phone and scheduling etiquette, basic production procedures, terms and production companies, film-makers and content creators.
• Passion for brand and wellness space with curiosity and drive to be at the forefront of trends, technology and culture.
• Collaborative, energetic style and ability to work cross-functionally with partners across the organization with boundless energy, enthusiasm, creativity and a can-do spirit.

How to get started:

If you’re excited by the idea of seeing yourself in this role at Headspace, please apply with your CV and a cover letter that best expresses your interest and unique qualifications.