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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