Digital Content Producer

Job Overview

The Digital Content & Post Producer will provide essential support to the Senior Digital Content Producer, in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective execution of digital integrated productions This role involves supporting in managing production schedules, negotiating with suppliers, supervising a team of content creators, and staying at the forefront of AI advancements, digital trends, and post-production technologies. The ideal candidate has an innovative mindset and excels at managing multiple productions, fostering strong client relationships, and delivering exceptional content across various platforms.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. General Management Support

• Support the digital content and post-production teams, in managing workflows to ensure high-quality deliverables are produced on time.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, AI technologies, and digital trends to optimize workflows and introduce new innovations.
• Foster a collaborative, dynamic working environment where team members can thrive.
• Ensure timely execution of all deliverables, adhering to project deadlines and maintaining clear communication between departments.
• Monitor production timelines, proactively addressing potential bottlenecks to keep projects on track.

2. Production & Post Management Support

• Assist in managing digital content production, including scheduling, budgeting, and tracking milestones.
• Support & assist in post-production activities such as editing, audio, and VFX, ensuring all work meets technical specifications and deadlines.
• Ensure adherence to media supply requirements, technical specifications, and digital content post-production workflows.
• Track progress and troubleshoot any issues throughout the production and post-production phases.

3. Financial Management Support

• Assist in managing production budgets, invoicing & purchase order management, and ensuring the efficient use of resources & the production remains within financial limits.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors, cast, freelancers, and third-party suppliers, optimizing cost-efficiency without sacrificing quality.
• Monitor and reconcile project costs while seeking cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

4. Creative Management Support

• Collaborate with creative teams to ensure alignment between production plans and creative vision.
• Assist in reviewing creative materials to confirm compliance with technical specifications and broadcast standards.
• Help ensure seamless integration of creative feedback during production.

5. Relationship/Interpersonal Management Support

• Build effective relationships with vendors, freelancers, and other partners, ensuring strong collaborations.
• Communicate effectively with internal digital content teams, delivering clear feedback and managing expectations.
• Communicate effectively across departments to ensure a smooth, cohesive workflow.

6. Management Support Duties

• Help in the coordination of digital content team meetings, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are informed and up-to-date.
• Provide day-to-day support to the Senior Content Producer, including administrative tasks and project updates.
• Contribute to maintaining an organized and efficient production environment.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Intermediary experience in managing post-production workflows and ensuring adherence to digital specs and media requirements.
• Knowledge of social media platforms, digital deliverables, and content specifications.
• Competence with key Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines while maintaining high quality.
• Up-to-date knowledge of AI advancements and a passion for incorporating new technologies into production.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
• A team player who leads by example and fosters a culture of collaboration.

Required Experience

• Tertiary Qualification in Film, Media Production, or a related field.
• Minimum 1 years’ experience as a Digital Media Producer within an advertising or production agency.
• Basic knowledge of digital content production and post-production scheduling processes.
• Basic experience producing web and mobile content (advantageous).
• Familiarity with AI advancements, media supply requirements, and digital deliverables.
• Proven expertise in digital trafficking (advantageous).
• Familiarity with AI advancements in media, digital trends, and new technologies impacting broadcast production.

Key Attributes

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with strong presentation abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Problem-solving and negotiation skills with a creative, solution-oriented mindset.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Meticulous, creative, and focused on delivering quality work.
• Energetic and enthusiastic about contributing to meaningful projects that have a lasting impact.