Head of Production at Africa Magic

Africa Magic seeks to appoint a suitably qualified & dedicated individual to assume responsibility as Head of Production: Africa Magic. This position will be based at our facilities in Lagos, Nigeria and the successful candidate will report to the Regional Director for West Africa

Job Title: Head of Production: Africa Magic

Location: Lagos

Context
External factors which will influence the work environment taking future conditions and strategic requirements into account:

• Multi-channel environment
• Market expansion/Changes in pay-TV demographics
• Content interactivity trends
• Fast-paced & constantly changing environment
• Dynamic organization
• Policies & Procedures

Customers
External individuals or groups as well as individuals or groups within the organization to whom products, services, programme and information is provided.

• Channel Heads, HOD’s and teams within Africa Magic
• MultiChoice content and marketing divisions
• International, Regional and Local suppliers/ distributors
• Finance, DSTV Media Sales & Marketing
• Broadcast Services
• DStv Online, DStv Mobile and Gotv platforms

Outputs:

• To lead in the planning, managing and coordinating of all production
• Play a key role in developing and/or commissioning local content for Africa Magic Channels
• Implement strategic production of content for the channels and increase audience figures
• Lead and supervise commissioned producers by consistently monitoring, guiding, and enhancing the achievement of highest professional and ethical standards in their work
• Implement agreed TV entertainment production plans as informed by use of market audience research, competitive analysis and trends;
• Play a key role in the conceptualization, formulation, development and execution of local production oriented content and content adaptability;
• Develop and establish effective systems, procedures and standards of performance for commissioned producers;
• Participate, advise on and consult in the preparation of annual Production budget formulation process
• Creative conceptualization & ensuring adherence to standards in all productions
• Effective Planning & organization of all TV production schedules and processes
• Assessing project and resources requirements, sourcing, negotiating and drawing up of accurate budgets and timelines with clients and external suppliers
• Effective production budgeting and budget control

Desired Skills and Experience

Competencies
Personal capabilities that are critical to the production of quality outputs are:

• Operational thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Passionate about content and the broadcasting industry.
• Financial Management
• Managerial Skills
• Advanced analytical skills
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Ability to conceptualize ideas
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Relationship Building

Knowledge / Qualifications

• A University degree in Media Production and/or Communication, or any relevant media studies
• Proven practical knowledge and experience in a TV broadcast environment
• Minimum of 5 years working experience, 3 of which should be at supervisory level in a busy broadcast production environment

Application Closing Date
20th April, 2014

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidate should
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