Senior Post-Producer

Hogarth Worldwide; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Post Production Producer, where you will manage post production processes, ensuring projects meet high standards and are delivered on time. This role involves building strong client relationships and leading a dedicated team to achieve overall profitability and growth. You will oversee project finances, maintain effective communication with stakeholders, and identify new business opportunities. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about delivering excellence in post production, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing post production with a focus on budget control.
• Strong ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the broadcast studio and resource allocation.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Budget Management

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Project Management

Quality Control

Tools

Broadcast Studio Equipment

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Title: Senior Post Production Producer

Reporting Structure: Managing Director

Key purpose of your job:

To manage post production with a focus on budget control, overall profitability, and growth. This involves ensuring expectations are managed and delivered, building lasting client relationships, and motivating and developing a team.

Primary responsibilities:

1. Manage the day-to-day running of the broadcast studio and control the effective use of resources.
2. Ensure all projects are produced to high standards, delivered on time, within budget, and meet contractual obligations.
3. Draw up relevant documentation such as timelines, budgets, schedules, lists, templates, and briefs.
4. Manage project finances, including quotes, estimates, budgets, cost tracking, profitability, financial reporting, POs, and reconciliations.
5. Follow approval protocols and stay updated on internal accounting procedures, adapting approaches as needed.
6. Scope each job thoroughly, clarify requirements during preproduction, and define briefs for accurate budgeting.
7. Review briefs, obtain clarity, and ensure all supporting documentation and assets are provided in the correct format.
8. Check that supplied assets meet QC standards before work begins and final materials pass QC before upload.
9. Prepare project schedules clearly communicating tasks, responsibilities, and timelines.
10. Analyze historical timesheets to improve time estimates and identify bottlenecks.
11. Monitor timelines and deadlines, keeping the team ahead of schedule when possible, and inform stakeholders of changes.
12. Apply logical troubleshooting to root-cause analysis and solutions.
13. Maintain professional communication standards and keep channels open with clients and internal teams.
14. Build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, providing input on internal processes.
15. Identify new business opportunities within existing client base.
16. Manage team tasks, leave schedules, and enforce processes and procedures.
17. Coordinate system maintenance and upgrades with the Production Engineer.
18. Ensure gear is cataloged, inventory is maintained, and requests for new equipment are submitted timely.
19. Control data, ensure proper file management, naming conventions, and upload of completed jobs.
20. Maintain a central filing system, upload files regularly, and prevent backlogs.
21. Stay updated on industry developments and advocate for business improvements to stay competitive.
22. Seek ways to enhance client satisfaction and deepen relationships.

Competencies, skills, and knowledge:

• Up-to-date with relevant technological platforms
• Supportive of team input at all levels
• Ability to maintain lasting client relationships
• Team-oriented approach
• Flexible to work after hours and weekends as needed
• Problem-solving under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive and solution-focused
• Professional conduct and appearance

WPP is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity. We consider all applicants without discrimination and aim to provide equal career opportunities.