Development Coordinator, Amazon MGM Originals Australia, New Zealand

Job description

Amazon Studios is seeking a Development Coordinator to join our Sydney, Australia office, supporting the Australia/New Zealand development team. In this role, you will be integral to the day-to-day operations of the development slate, coordinating across internal teams and external creative partners to ensure projects move efficiently through the development pipeline. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong organizational skills, and has a genuine passion for storytelling and content development. Key job responsibilities • Coordinate schedules, development and organizational meetings and creative calls with producers. • Manage the internal flow of information through pitch to development to production to post • Serve as a liaison between the Australia Development Team and other Amazon Studios departments (e.g., Production, Legal, Marketing) to facilitate smooth project progression. • Review incoming pitch materials, write detailed coverage, and provide creative recommendations to the development team to inform greenlighting decisions. • Research and source emerging writing and directing talent across the Australia region, building a pipeline of diverse creative voices. • Create and maintain weekly development reports and internal tracking documents, keeping cross-functional teams informed on slate status and project milestones. • Monitor the creative landscape, tracking writers, directors, and industry trends relevant…