Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced EVP, Programming — Scripted & Unscripted to oversee AFM’s scripted and unscripted content strategy. This executive will be responsible for setting the creative bar, managing the slate and greenlight process, working closely with production and creators, and owning the P&L performance of both verticals.

The EVP will serve as the single point of accountability for what we make in Scripted and Unscripted, partnering closely with the President and Director of Production (who own how we make it) to ensure ideas are executed at the highest quality, on time, and on budget.

This role requires a scripted-heavy background with proven success in developing, selling, and producing premium content, while also having the flexibility and entrepreneurial spirit to thrive in AFM’s fast-moving, cross-platform environment.

About Us

Almost Friday Media (AFM) is a fast-growing digital-first media company and creative studio. We’ve evolved from a single Instagram page into a multi-brand ecosystem spanning comedy, unscripted, and scripted content, with distribution across social, podcasts, streaming, and live formats. We’re building the next-generation entertainment company for a digitally native audience.

Your Responsibilities

Creative Leadership

Set the creative vision for Scripted & Unscripted verticals.
Lead development slate, greenlight process, and show packaging.
Serve as AFM’s external creative face with talent, agencies, and buyers.

Brand Integrations

Oversee creative integrations with Sales across YouTube/social formats.
Work closely with production to ensure the highest quality brand associations are made.
Ensure brand deliverables align with creative standards and audience engagement.

Team Management & Mentorship

Manage and mentor scripted and unscripted producers with the Director of Production
Provide coaching and professionalization, especially in scripted comedy.
Foster a high-performance culture that balances creativity with accountability.

Business Accountability

Own the P&Ls for Scripted & Unscripted, including revenue forecasts, budget adherence, and profitability.
Partner with Finance, Partnerships, and Digital to align creative with revenue opportunities.

Partnership with Production

Collaborate with the President and Director of Production to ensure smooth execution from pre-production to delivery.
Co-lead Slate Meetings with Production and Finance to align creative ambition with operational feasibility.

Your Qualifications

7+ years of experience in scripted/unscripted development at a production company, studio, streamer, or premium digital brand.
Track record in scripted comedy strongly preferred.
Track record of building YouTube series or channels preferred.
Track record in branded content creation preferred.
Demonstrated success leading creative teams and delivering resonant IP across platforms.
Proven P&L management experience.
Strong industry relationships (talent, agencies, managers).
Entrepreneurial mindset, thrives in a growth-stage environment.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.

Why Join Us

At AFM, you’ll have the opportunity to build a new model for entertainment: a nimble, creator-driven studio shaping culture across comedy, unscripted formats, and storytelling. This EVP role is central to that vision, providing leadership to scale our creative slate while keeping us commercially disciplined.

EVP of Programming—Scripted & Unscripted

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