Claire Londy

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Head of Development at Alfresco Pictures

Los Angeles, California, United States

Overview

Claire Londy is the Head of Development at Freddie Highmore’s Alfresco Pictures, overseeing a first-look deal at Sony Pictures Television. Her expertise is in global co-productions, IP sourcing, and creative development, evident in projects like the acclaimed series LEONARDO. She holds a BA from Princeton University and is described by colleagues as kind, conscientious, and friendly.

With a career spanning journalism, book publishing at Penguin Random House, and film, Claire possesses a deep passion for adapting compelling narratives across different mediums. Her background gives her a unique perspective on how stories are built and shared globally, further informed by her studies at the Université de Provence.

Unique fact: Claires role at Penguin Random Houses film and TV division involved bridging the worlds of publishing and entertainment by adapting books into on-screen properties.

Personality Overview

Relationship Oriented

Full Of Energy

Informal

They are friendly, approachable and love to make new connections.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are really good at seeing what the long-term impacts of their decisions could be.

Topics They Care About

IP Adaptation
Her career is built on adapting intellectual property, from her time at Penguin Random House developing books for the screen to her current role acquiring and shaping IP for television.
Global Co-Productions
She co-executive produced the international series LEONARDO (for Amazon, The CW, Rai) and focuses on stories that resonate with a worldwide audience in her current role.
Bridging Publishing & Film
She has unique experience working within a major publisher (Penguin Group USA) to specifically identify and develop book properties for film and television adaptation.

Media Appearances

Claire has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2018
Head of Development at Alfresco Pictures
3-2016 - 7-2018
Vice President of Development at Cartel Entertainment
3-2015 - 3-2016
Director of Development at Cartel Entertainment
6-2013 - 3-2015
Penguin Development Group Story Editor/Random House Studio at Penguin Group USA
11-2011 - 6-2013
Agent Trainee at The Gersh Agency

Education

BA from Princeton University
Education details unavailable from Université de Provence

More Information

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Exp : 15 Location : Los Angeles, California, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Development at Alfresco Pictures
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Insights For Selling To Claire

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee
  • Talk about their team and how your product will help them do things better and easier
  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone

DONT's

  • Don’t be excessively objective, be a storyteller
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust
  • Avoid ifs and buts, don’t talk too much about the risks etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Claire is

  • Relationship and rapport can play an important role, sometimes more than the other factors.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Claire

  • They will probably never say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Claire move?

  • They are not the quickest decision makers, their friendly attitude could be misleading.
  • Can Claire take some risk or not?

  • They may take certain risks that they deem unlikely of personal repercussions.

You And Claire

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