SVP Business Development

Are you a senior-level Business Development leader with deep roots in the VFX industry and a global network to match?

We’re looking for a strategic, high-impact Business Development Executive to help elevate two award-winning VFX studios into a premier global brand. This is a rare opportunity to shape group-level growth strategy, build global partnerships, and drive high-end project wins across film, TV, and streaming.

This role is ideal for someone who’s equally comfortable in boardrooms and on the festival circuit, with a proven ability to secure flagship deals and influence at the highest levels of the industry.

What you’ll be doing:

Strategic Business Development

• Build and expand a global pipeline of high-end VFX opportunities through deep relationships with studios, networks, and streamers

• Establish direct relationships with executive producers, directors, VFX supervisors, and production executives to drive project wins

• Act as a strategic ambassador for the group, consistently reinforcing its creative and technical strengths to secure premium projects

Group-Level Strategy and Expansion

• Define and execute a global market expansion plan aligned with the vision of growing into a premier VFX brand

• Partner closely with the CEOs and leadership teams of Basilic Fly and One of Us to align business growth with delivery capabilities

• Identify new opportunities across geographic markets, client segments, and strategic alliances

Executive Relationship Management

• Leverage your network and reputation to access decision-makers and secure upstream conversations

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, helping shape project direction and positioning the group as the go-to creative partner

• Contribute to pitch strategies, marketing narratives, and project bids with a premium, client-first perspective

Corporate and Brand Elevation

• Represent the group at global industry events, panels, and festivals to build visibility and credibility

• Collaborate with marketing and leadership to articulate the group’s value proposition across markets

Market Intelligence and Strategic Input

• Provide strategic insights to the executive team based on market trends, client feedback, and deal flow

• Work with finance and strategy teams to assess ROI, structure deals, and evaluate long-term value from partnerships

What we’re looking for:

• 20 to 25 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or senior commercial roles in VFX or high-end production

• A global network of trusted connections, especially across US studios, streamers, and major content creators

• Reputation as a senior industry connector with executive-level access and credibility

• Proven success in securing high-value creative deals, co-productions, and strategic partnerships

• Strategic mindset with the ability to operate across regions and collaborate cross-culturally

• Willingness to travel frequently and adapt across time zones

Does this sound like you? Get in touch with Jay at Skillsearch: jrm@skillsearch.com

Years of experience and salary levels are shown purely as a guide. We will only consider applications from candidates that can demonstrate the skills or experience required for the role.

Please be aware that while we would love to respond to every application we receive, due to high numbers we cannot guarantee this. We do however appreciate any time you invest into the application and will make sure to get in touch should anything in future more closely fit your skillset.