ZDF Studios is a commercial subsidiary of ZDF, one of the largest TV broadcasters in Europe. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Mainz, Germany, the ZDF Studios Group operates more than 30 direct and indirect subsidiaries spanning TV production, distribution and services.

The parent company, ZDF Studios, is responsible for global programme distribution, realisation of international co-productions, acquisition of licences and merchandising of successful programme brands under its own name, for ZDF and third parties. ZDF Studios has the largest German-language programme inventory in the world and a constantly growing range of international productions, consisting of series and mini-series, television films, documentaries and children's programmes. 

The companies of the ZDF Studios Group cover the entire value chain from the development of scripted and unscripted TV content to production, marketing and monetizing, including TV and streaming licences as well as merchandising and online rights. 

The positioning of ZDF Studios as an integrated media company enables the development of innovative, outstanding and high-quality programmes and makes the Group an attractive workplace for German and international talent to flourish in a very inspiring and creative environment.

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ZDF Studios

Dr Markus Schäfer

This department oversees the planning, execution, and coordination of drama-related activities and productions.

Drama Management

This department oversees legal compliance, manages contracts, and provides legal advice to the organization.

Legal Affairs

This department is responsible for acquiring and managing content licenses and coproductions across various media formats.

Content Acquisition

This department manages the coordination and execution of content-related activities and processes.

Content Operations

This department manages the financial planning, strategy, and oversight of the organization's financial health.

Finance and Strategy

This department is responsible for defining and prioritizing product features and requirements across various domains to ensure alignment with business goals and customer needs.

ZDF Studios

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Teams

Drama Management

Legal Affairs

Content Acquisition

Content Operations

Finance and Strategy

Product Ownership

Offices

ZDF Studios

Org chart

Teams

Drama Management

Legal Affairs

Content Acquisition

Content Operations

Finance and Strategy

Product Ownership

Offices

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