Senior Producer / Production Manager [Advertising / Tv / Creative]

Sci Tech Placements; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company is seeking a Senior Manager in Johannesburg to support the CEO and oversee various projects in the Corporate, Television, Multicam, and Eventing sectors. The successful candidate will ensure operational excellence, manage production logistics, and maintain high-quality standards across all projects. This role demands a detail-oriented leader with extensive experience and a commitment to excellence in the industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in multitasking and handling high-pressure projects.
• Strong team management experience.
• Familiarity with production software, tools, and AI.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client expectations are clearly understood and exceeded.
• Lead production teams across multiple projects.
• Oversee all stages of production for quality control purposes.

Skills

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Production software

Job description

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in Corporate, Television, Multicam, and Eventing sectors too. This role will also serve as the deputy to the CEO, contributing to strategic growth and ensuring operational excellence across all projects.

Responsibilities :

• Ensure client expectations are clearly understood and exceeded.
• Translate client briefs into actionable plans.
• Lead production teams across multiple projects.
• Source and negotiate supplier quotes.
• Coordinate logistics, including crew, equipment, travel, accommodation, and catering.
• Oversee post-production ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Develop and manage production budgets.
• Oversee all stages of production for quality control purposes.
• Support the CEO in production planning and delivery.

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in multitasking and handling high-pressure projects.
• Strong team management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and conversational skills.
• Familiarity with production software, tools, and AI.
• High degree of attention to detail.

Key Interpersonal Skills :

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle pressure.
• High comprehension and strong memory.
• Detail-oriented and initiative-driven.
• Adaptable, quick learner, and a natural leader.
• Excellent people skills and a team player.
• Passionate about the industry and committed to excellence.

Salary : R50,000 R65,000 Gross per month, depending on experience and skillset.

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Senior Manager • Johannesburg, South Africa