Overview
Islam Channel is looking for a talented and experienced Producer who is passionate about creating and sharing interesting and inspirational high-quality content for a Muslim audience in the UK and around the world.
- Religious (must have a strong knowledge of Islam)
- Lifestyle
- Factual and Documentaries
- News and Current Affairs
Role responsibilities
- With the team, develop and produce high quality and creative original content, programmes, series and podcasts across platforms from concept to completion
- Ensure projects adhere to the overall vision of the company in line with the budget, available resources and agreed timeframe
- Plan and execute the development phase which may include carrying out research, creating and pitching treatment, writing script, arranging suitable guests / presenters / panellists for the show, corresponding via email or telephone or social media as required
- Manage pre-production preparations - lead kick off meetings with key stakeholders as well as brief team and crew before shoot
- Manage the team in your department (if applicable) and offer training i.e. volunteers, work experience students, graduate interns, researchers, presenters etc.
- Organise shoots and liaise with Studio Manager as and when required to book shoots and plan sets, filming, lighting and set‑up accordingly
- Collaborate with your line manager regularly to understand our objectives and contribute to programming strategy
- Apply Ofcom guidelines and adhere to editorial policy throughout
- Oversee shoots whether on location or in the studio
- Troubleshoot problems that may arise during the entire phase of the project
- Ensure set and location is appropriate, fit for filming and presentable
- Ensure audio, lighting and visuals are of high quality when filming
- Manage your direct reports and check accuracy of all invoices, purchase order forms, expense claim forms before approving (if applicable)
- Ensure all health and safety guidelines are followed on all shoots/locations, including Covid-19 regulations
- Conduct risk assessments for all productions or when appropriate
- Ensure accurate completion of booking forms and attain relevant in‑house and third‑party approvals and clearances before arranging shoots
- Ad‑hoc work as required
- Ideally minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in broadcast television and proven track record of creating original high‑quality programmes
Qualifications
- An understanding of Islam and of Islam Channel values
- An advanced understanding of Islam and a passion for sharing religious content in an inspiring and engaging way (for religious programming Producer)
- A passion for sharing religious content in an inspiring and engaging way
- Experience of working on complex productions, for example those involving varied stakeholders, staff and freelance staff
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent project planning skills
- An understanding of creating and working within project budgets
- Ability to work within a team
- Ability to travel within the UK and abroad
- Ability to edit and film
- Studio MCR operations: vision mix, sound
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially with Premiere Pro and After Effects
- Ability to film using DSLR cameras
- Ability to present on camera for relevant programmes