SHOWRUNNER / PRODUCER PARTNER
Original Sci-Fi Series – Pilot & Multi-Season Arc in Place
I’m the creator and primary writer of an original sci-fi series titled The Phoenix. The 90-minute pilot is complete, and the full four-season arc already exists.
I am seeking one experienced industry-minded partner to step into a Producer / Co-Showrunner / Development Partner role (title flexible based on experience).
This is not an editing or polish gig.
This is a true creative and strategic partnership aimed at getting the project packaged, pitched, and sold.
WHAT’S ALREADY DONE
Finished pilot screenplay
Defined mythology, characters, and tone
Long-term multi-season trajectory
Clear series identity and thematic spine
The creative foundation is solid. What’s needed now is the industry-facing half of the equation.
WHAT I’M LOOKING FOR
Someone who understands:
How projects actually get developed and seen
What belongs in a professional pitch deck / pitch pack
How to shape material for buyers, networks, and streamers
How to collaborate on story changes without breaking long-form arcs
The balance between creative integrity and market reality
Script changes are welcome and encouraged — collaboratively. I need to be part of those decisions to protect the four-season architecture.
THE OFFER
Up to 49% ownership of the project
Long-term partnership (not one-off work)
Shared creative authority
Loyalty and continuity across future development
This percentage reflects the value of the role.
If you help bring this series into the world, you deserve to share in it.
IDEAL BACKGROUND
Producer, development exec, showrunner, or writer with industry experience
Strong understanding of pitch materials and buyer expectations
Comfortable working via FaceTime or in-person
Values trust, communication, and long-term collaboration
NOT A FIT IF
You’re looking for a quick credit
You want unilateral creative control
You’re dismissive of vision-first creators
You’re expecting a blank-page project
If you’ve ever been the person who bridges story and execution, vision and market, I’d like to connect.
Please message me with your background and how you see yourself contributing.
— Jay A. Swendris
Creator, The Phoenix
