Senior Executive Producer - Cape Town at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of a robust content strategy focused on mass market storytelling across multiple platforms. 
• Manage the commissioning process for original mass market content, from pitching to concept development to negotiating deals and overseeing development. 
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with writers, directors, producers, and talent within the black community to identify and develop compelling projects. 
• Oversee all aspects of production, including budgeting, scheduling, casting, and creative direction, to ensure high-quality content delivery. 
• Provide creative direction and feedback to content creators, ensuring that commissioned projects align with our brand values and resonate with the platform’s  audiences.  
• Collaborate with internal teams, including development, production, marketing, and distribution, to align content initiatives with overall business objectives. 
• Serve as a creative mentor and coach to junior producers and production teams, providing guidance and support throughout the content creation process.  
• Stay informed about industry trends, audience preferences, and cultural shifts to inform content decisions and drive innovation.  
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and festivals to network, promote our brand, and identify partnership opportunities. 
• Uphold our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering an inclusive work environment and promoting diverse voices and perspectives in all aspects of our content. 

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Detail orientated. 
• Be able to conceptualize formats. 
• Be able to create and manage goals and deadlines. 
• Excellent leadership and people skills, leading with confidence, determination, and drive to motivate teams
• Comply with the moral code of the profession. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in film, television production, communications, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in television production, with a focus on developing and producing content for black audiences.
• Proven track record of successfully commissioning and developing, producing, and delivering high-quality television projects that resonates with diverse audiences on time and within budget. 
• Strong network of industry contacts within the African community, including writers, directors, producers, and talent.  
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate creative vision into actionable plans and measurable results. 
• Passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in media representation, with a demonstrated commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. 
• Proficiency in industry-standard production tools and software, including scheduling and budgeting software.