Jeremy Colfer

Seasoned development executive with 15+ years packaging IP-driven film and TV projects at major studios and streaming platforms. Expert at identifying high-value graphic novel and original IP, attaching top talent, and shepherding projects from concept to greenlight.

Director of Development - Oni Press & Lion Forge Entertainment - Los Angeles

(2023-01 - 2026-12)

Dual-role for comic publisher Oni Press and entertainment studio Lion Forge.

For Oni Press: Led development and served as EP for media adaptations of 30-year old library of comics and graphic novels. Created development materials, attached talent and pitched to studios and production partners. Doubled revenue target for three consecutive years.

For Lion Forge: Led LFE's first-ever adult animation team across animated series and features. Optioned external IP, supervised story development and production materials for all series and pilots. Cultivated relationships with animation studios, production partners, talent, showrunners and writers. Set up and developed series and films with Dreamworks, Netflix, Disney, Hulu, Paramount, AGBO, Original Film, Seven Bucks, Alcon, Fifth Season, HalleHolly, Weed Road, Valhalla, Kill Van Kull/George R.R. Martin, Bento Box, Submarine and Blue Spirit. Represented by WME & Industry Entertainment.

• Packaged 10 active film/TV projects across Paramount, Netflix, Hulu, Disney, DreamWorks, AGBO & Fifth Season
• Attached A-list talent including Sam Hargrave, George RR Martin, The MadTwiinz & Academy Award-winners Epstein & Friedman
• Adapted diverse graphic novel IP across live-action, animation & documentary formats for top-tier buyers

Development Consultant & Producer - Freelance/Self-Employed - Los Angeles

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

Developed film and television projects with various production partners including Alcon/Sleeping Giant, Surfing Giant, Arsonhouse Entertainment & BBTV.

• Delivered development consulting and producing services across film and television for independent clients
• Identified and packaged IP, structured creative attachments, and guided projects through pitch and development
• Maintained active studio and network relationships bridging gap between in-house roles

VP of Development & Originals - STUN (Known) - Los Angeles

(2016-01 - 2021-12)

Created, developed and served as Executive Producer for original series. Supervised story and production on all series. Cultivated relationships with talent, showrunners, writers and podcasters. Solicited pitches, optioned IP for development, negotiated deals and packaged talent into projects. Represented by CAA.

• Greenlit and sold pilots/series to TruTV, FX, Fox, Food Network, Nickelodeon, E!, Snapchat & Universal Music Group
• Developed Jo Koy-based series for TruTV and Jessie J digital series for Snapchat in partnership with UMG
• Adapted Chopped format for Snapchat (Chopped U), pioneering short-form network IP extensions

Head of Original Programming, Digital - Tribune Publishing - Los Angeles

(2015-01 - 2016-12)

Served as executive producer, creative director and writer for Tribune original content brand 80Twelve. Developed brand creative, distribution, marketing and monetization strategies. Ran daily create and production of daily commentary videos across politics, sports, entertainment and tech for distribution on Facebook, YouTube and Hulu. Hired and managed writers, producers, editors, talent and third-party production. Oversaw creative direction for original social formats on Twitter and Instagram.

• Led digital original programming strategy across Tribune Publishing's portfolio of major metropolitan media brands

Head of Video - The Hollywood Reporter & Billboard - Los Angeles

(2014-01 - 2015-12)

Crafted and implemented video and television strategy for The Hollywood Reporter and Billboard, including development, production, and distribution on digital and strategic partnerships. Ran YouTube channels, refining publishing strategies for maximum lift. Analyzed video performance and adapted strategy based on audience reception.

• Launched Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter, distributed on PBS and Sundance TV

Consulting Producer/Writer, On-Air Branded Entertainment - Sundance TV - New York City

(2014-01 - 2014-12)

Oversaw development and strategy of branded content on-air and online. Wrote and produced internal concepts. Worked with vendors and producers to create story-driven vignettes. Supported rebrand by integrating comedic content. Brand sponsors included Mercedes, Ketel One, Petco and Jaguar.

• Produced and wrote branded entertainment content integrated across Sundance TV's on-air programming slate

Senior Director/GM, Official Comedy Network - Bedrocket Media Ventures - New York City

(2012-01 - 2014-12)

Developed and executive-produced content and ran operations for digital multi-channel network. Led brand strategy and audience development. Programmed content calendar of 30+ videos per week. Cultivated relationships with talent reps, solicited pitches and negotiated deals.

Directed social and syndication, including collaborations with YouTubers. Managed team of producers, editors and directors. Supervised writers' room tasked with creating weekly sketch videos. Increased subscribers by 500% with cross-channel collaborations.

Webby-nominated Official Comedy app rose to #1 comedy download on Spotify.

• Scaled Official Comedy Network as GM, building one of YouTube's leading comedy destination channels

Creative Executive, Original & Branded Entertainment - Mediacom - New York City

(2011-01 - 2012-12)

Led content development for Volkswagen, Revlon, Staples, Discover Card—from ideation to delivery. Worked with broadcast and digital teams to leverage upfront spend, secure distribution and maximize ROI. Collaborated with network integrated marketing groups and showrunners. Solicited bids from production partners, approved budgets, scripts, cast and provided on-set guidance.

• Delivered award-winning branded integrations across ABC, NBC & IFC — including 2012 Cannes Silver Lion winner and Emmy-nominated Parks & Recreation campaign

Head of Development & Branded Entertainment - STUN Creative - Los Angeles

(2009-01 - 2010-12)

Created series pitches and pilot presentations. Managed agency and showrunner relationships for scripted development.

• Developed original and branded series for NBCUniversal's Style Network and Comedy Central's Atom.com

Director of Development & Production, Crackle - Sony Pictures Television - Los Angeles

(2006-01 - 2009-12)

Oversaw series development and production for launch of Crackle. Approved budgets, schedules, outlines and scripts. Established key deal terms that set industry standards. Worked with agencies and management to identify talent. Advised traditional television creators on digital platforms.

• Built Sony Pictures Television's Crackle originals slate, producing multiple 2009 Webby-nominated series

Masters in Business Administration - Business Administration - Pepperdine University (2008-01)

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies - West Chester University (1998-01)