Production Manager at Kagiso Media

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-air production including station imaging, jingles, promos, and campaigns
• Manage commercial production (ADFAC) for advertising clients, ensuring high standards and fast turnaround
• Supervise studio planning, briefing, and daily workflow
• Mentor a team of producers and audio specialists, supporting their growth and delivery
• Champion quality control, creative consistency, and technical excellence
• Integrate new technologies, platforms, and systems to improve production performance
• Collaborate with Programming, Sales, Marketing, Promotions, and Digital teams to deliver cohesive campaigns
• Represent the Production department in meetings, planning sessions, and interdepartmental review

Requirements

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Relevant Tertiary qualification (NQF 6)
• At least 8 years in a media, audio production, or broadcasting environment
• 3+ years in a team leadership or production management role
• Proficiency with ProTools, Zetta, or equivalent production software
• Strong track record producing both station content and commercial material
• Experience working in a high-paced, deadline-driven media environment
• Confident communicator with ability to collaborate cross-functionally