Global Media Studio Director

The Ocean Cleanup; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ocean Cleanup is seeking an experienced Head of Media Studio in Rotterdam to lead our internal production agency. You will drive strategy, scale operations, and ensure timely, high‑quality content across markets with strong creative judgment.

You will manage budgets, guide freelancers and partners, and collaborate closely with engineering, science and communications teams to advance our mission through compelling storytelling.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in media or creative production, including at least five years in leadership of multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to deliver high‑quality multimedia content and campaigns across markets and channels.
• Strong operational experience with production planning, budgeting, workflows, and managing freelancers and partners.
• Experience developing clear briefs and translating strategy into executable plans.
• Fluency in English is required; Spanish or other languages are a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead an internal Media Studio acting as a production agency serving organizational priorities and external content opportunities.
• Build and mentor a high‑performing team with clear roles, accountability and development paths.
• Define a Media Studio strategy with objectives, priorities and a roadmap aligned with Communications goals.
• Scale production operations with workflows, governance, tools and equipment for efficient output.
• Establish KPIs and regular reporting on delivery, quality, efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Live production

Production planning

Brand building

English fluency

Job description

The Ocean Cleanup is seeking an experienced Head of Media Studio in Rotterdam to lead our internal production agency. You will drive strategy, scale operations, and ensure timely, high‑quality content across markets with strong creative judgment.

You will manage budgets, guide freelancers and partners, and collaborate closely with engineering, science and communications teams to advance our mission through compelling storytelling.