Creative Director

Description:

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
To ensure product development, manage all creative operational needs, leading the communication -interactive design and concept delivery. To inspire and manage the creative team, create and approve high class visual layouts, brainstorming, and copy writing for short form productions
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Implement the approved strategic On-air plans for the Video Entertainment Platforms.
Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the On Air plans.
Report on the impact of the On Air plans based on market intelligence reports and editorial reviews.
Coordinate viewing sessions of the work delivered by producers.
Creatively design channel/bouquet on air campaigns and manage on-air brand projects.
Ensure graphics are used effectively to enhance campaigns.
Lead and provide creative direction to the channels promo producers and evaluate creative output.
Approve/Reject concepts, promos, launches and campaigns created.
Confirm accuracy of times, dates and days of the different promos.
Provide input on appropriate creative execution of on-air imaging.
Provide creative direction as well as execute shoots for the platform.
Ensure all shoots are aligned to the marketing brief and channel specifications.
Drive on-air brand campaigns and ensure it addresses platform positioning
Ensure production of multipurpose digital On Air material aligned to the Divisions digital strategy.
Coordinate and manage weekly status meetings and brainstorm sessions.
Develop workflows for promo producers.
Attend weekly channel steering meetings in order to gain sight of business operations.
Present Promos for platform review at steering meetings
Manage the operating budget as per campaign in such a manner to ensure effective utilization of budget
Implement and Adhere to (Standard Operating Procedures) SOP’s for Operational efficiencies.
Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance.
Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters.
Comply with applicable policies and legislation.
Advise on policies to ensure fair and uniform interpretation of guidelines.
Monitor and Report on Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Provide monthly reports highlighting challenges and achievements.
Contract management of Freelancers
Administer Freelance payment
Issue Creative On-Air briefs to external suppliers.
Foster relationships with relevant stakeholders through collaboration, and education of business processes and priorities.
Establish clear lines of communication between programming, scheduling, marketing and the creative staff.
Contract and manage Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
Manage adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
Effective briefing and communication with department staff.
Ensure Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members are in place and make follows up.
Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff
Individual coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs

Requirements:

REQUIREMENTS:

National Diploma or Degree in Film & Television or Media Studies or related qualification (NQF6/7)
5 years’ experience on multiple levels in On Air Television Production which 3 should be on supervisory
Understanding of related policy.
Computer Package
Financial management
Project management
Creation of PR opportunities to enhance the image of Organisation television channel
Good understanding of the On Air/Marketing environment