Head Of Production: Africa Magic

Head Of Production: Africa Magic

Africa Magic – Nigeria

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Job description

Africa Magic seeks to appoint a suitably qualified & dedicated individual to assume responsibility asHead 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 

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