Jon Willers

MD, The Development Network

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I run The Development Network, a consultancy that plugs directly into TV production companies to provide strategic and tailored creative support.

We work with indies of all sizes, from startups to global producers, helping shape slates, win commissions, and break into new markets.

Our network includes top-tier talent in the UK & US – former commissioners, genre specialists, pitch deck experts, and sizzle editors – ready to drop in when needed. We also co-develop IP, advise on brand and digital pivots, and help producers monetise back catalogue content.

Responsibilities

Facilitating introductions with producers to explore potential collaborations, development partnerships, and new business opportunities.

We work across all major unscripted genres – from docs and factual entertainment to specialist factual, lifestyle, and formats – as well as scripted content for broadcast, digital, and branded platforms.

Would like to meet

I’d love to meet with producers interested in exploring innovative ways to grow their business – whether through strategic development support, co-production partnerships, or diversifying into new markets like branded, digital or international.

I’m particularly interested in meeting with companies that straddle both broadcast and branded content to explore collaboration opportunities in this space.

I’m also keen to connect with potential co-pro partners and talent working on distinctive unscripted IP that could benefit from creative input and connections.