production manager London, England
Job description
Job Summary
To support the production team and wider creative services team in all areas of production and project management, on the Fox & National Geographic channels. To help in delivery and tracking of the production make list, with a particular focus on the “above the line” campaigns which have paid spend behind them. Working across a variety of project and channel management systems. (Mediator, M360, AdStream, SAP, Clearcast, CARIA & BSS).
The Opportunity & Responsibilities
Assist the PM’s to manage the monthly “make-lists”, accurately tracking projects, timing and spend
Project Manager the ATL campaigns and liaise regularly with the marketing stakeholders to ensure campaign delivery targets and objectives are met
Develop and manage production timelines, project meetings & WIP reviews with all stakeholders
Adhere to all commercial delivery guidelines & regulations for 3rd party TV placements, radio, and out of home deliverables
Responsible for the scheduling of post-production facilities, production and technical crew
Maintains accurate production reports, filing and organizing production department documents (contracts/ music cue information/ legal notes/scripts etc.)
Assist PM’s to prepare paperwork for contracts involving 3rd party production & post-production companies
Assist PM’s with end of quarter and year-end figures
Responsible for music clearance for all commercial campaigns
Ensure all music is reported correctly and in a timely manner
Oversee the image workflow with the Asset Manager
Assist in research when tracking publishers/label/background info on Music
Preps material for Producers and external agencies
Provide general administration and organisational support to the creative team
Quality control at all stages to ensure technical specifications and broadcast standards are met
The Experience We Require From You
Comprehensive understanding of clearing and delivering assets for commercial campaigns within the UK
An understanding of project management and the creative and operational production process
Pro-active can-do attitude with a willingness to take initiative
Excellent attention to detail
Knowledge of Adobe premiere / AFX an advantage
