Production Assistant
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A full time position at W!ZARD Studios, London, UK
Salary range: £27,000 to £29,000 (yearly rate) - subject to experience plus pension scheme, remote working scheme, annual leave
W!ZARD Radio Media is a leading global media brand and a market leader in engaging innovative, youth-focused content, anchored by W!ZARD Studios.
W!ZARD Studios is a global leader in audio entertainment. As one of the world’s leading podcast networks, W!ZARD Studios is home to a suite of powerful podcast properties including the UK’s #1 theatre podcast “Call To Stage with Amber Davies”, the #1 charting pop culture podcast “Clara Amfo & Munroe Bergdorf Are Into It”, the Top 10 (All Podcasts) charting comedy show “Stay Hydrated with Chris & Lizzie”, iconic shows including “The Pieces with Bimini” and “The Final FronTia with Tia Kofi” and more.
Under W!ZARD Radio Media is also W!ZARD Live, a live events promoter/producer specialising in comedy, theatre and live podcasts. W!ZARD Live has sold over 20,000 tickets to live shows in the past 2 years, ranging from podcasts to comedy tours, West End productions and more.
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
We are looking for a motivated and passionate Production Assistant to support our operations across podcasts and live productions, working closely with our creators and company management.
This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate with a passion for creators and pop culture and a desire to develop their skills and play an integral role in the expansion of W!ZARD’s podcast roster, live slate and overall audience growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assisting the team and our creators with the production of W!ZARD Studios’ slate of podcasts
- Working in our recording studio to support the day-to-day running of podcast recordings, including handling bookings, liaising with clients and setting up/monitoring recording sessions
- Developing recording skills to be able to take ownership of the recording process for specific podcasts
- Filing, labelling and uploading content onto our Content Management System and ensuring our CMS remains organised
- Assisting creators and the wider team with episode planning and brainstorming
- Developing effective social media strategies to promote our podcasts and live events across branded social media pages
- Working with our Social Media Manager to deliver social media content and ensure that social media strategies are being executed effectively
- To contribute innovative, forward-thinking ideas to social, digital and marketing campaigns
- Assisting the team and our creators with the delivery of digital content, marketing assets and advertising campaigns
- Collaborating with the team on our own-brand social media strategy – organising social media content for our owned handles – including graphics, video and written posts, to support podcasts, promotions and company initiatives
- Monitor and manage the podcast network's social media presence, ensuring brand consistency and quality across all channels
- Using podcast technology – including analytics dashboards and infrastructure systems – on a frequent basis and keep track of podcast performance
- Working with the team to provide guidance to creators including content and social media feedback
- Taking day to day creator enquiries as a member of our creator-facing team
- Assisting at W!ZARD Live productions, including coordinating guest lists, suppliers and working collaboratively at key events
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:
- Be a native consumer of lifestyle and entertainment content (audio and video) across podcasting, music and streaming
- Have basic production experience across audio and video, and be willing and dedicated to learn new skills as required
- Have basic video editing skills (particularly social media editing); an understanding of digital video and image editing and design software is desirable
- Have a strong knowledge and passion for social media and the built-in features on social media apps
- Have a finger on the pulse knowledge of the latest trends across social media and digital media
- Have an interest in data analysis with a desire to learn how to translate data into meaningful reports
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and a creative flair
- Have a strong ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, while maintaining a high level of organisation
- Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Be comfortable working with music artists, actors, influencers and content creators
- Be able to stay focused whilst working in multiple environments across offices, studios and working from home
ROLE STRUCTURE
- Full time (40 hours per week)
- Flexible working (3-4 days per week in London office, 1-2 days per week at home)
- Permanent contract (6-month probationary period)
- 30 paid days of annual leave
To apply
Apply via Email: info@wizardradio.com
Please submit your CV. A Cover Letter is not necessary.
Applications Must Be Submitted by 5PM (UK) on 26th July
Please mention podnews.net in your application.
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