Robert Franke

Vice President Drama @Zdf Studios

Mainz, DE

Lead the strategic expansion and diversification of ZDF Studios\' drama portfolio, establishing it as a leading international player- Manage a global team of creative and production executives, cultivating a collaborative and high-performing environment- Drive worldwide content sales, forging robust partnerships with international broadcasters, SVOD platforms, and pay-TV networks- Oversee the development, financing, and production of 30+ original drama series annually, ensuring alignment with market demands- Secure favorable financing for international co-productions: Successfully negotiate with local commissioners and subsidy organizations to secure tax credits and other incentives, optimizing financial returns for productions- Establish ZDFS.drama as a preferred partner: Build a strong reputation for co-commissioning, co-production, and financing of high-quality drama content- Spearhead creative development: Direct in-house development of projects tailored to B2B market needs, ensuring a focus on commercially viable concepts- Foster group synergies: Collaborate with ZDFE-owned production entities to create a cohesive and high-quality scripted slate- Integrate AI technologies: Leverage cutting-edge AI tools to enhance the development and production process, streamlining workflows and identifying audience trends- Champion international promotion: Participate in industry panels, host events, and deliver keynote presentations to raise the global profile of ZDF Studios\' drama offerings- Optimize content strategies: Design comprehensive strategies for co-production, sales, and distribution, maximizing the value of ZDFE.drama projects in competitive markets.

University of Management and Communication Potsdam

B.A.