Media Production Manager

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Tasks

Digital Production

• Manage and lead on all of GatewayCs media projects, including video and audio production, utilising appropriate project management methodologies
• Use creative interpretation to ensure resources meet briefs that are aligned to learning outcomes and are underpinned by sound educational principles
• Manage all aspects of filming, either on or off-site, including but not limited to: asset

selection and maintenance, location scouting and hiring, transport arrangements set

dressing and lighting provision sourcing and directing talent and filming and audio capture

• Develop, coordinate and maintain a range of appropriate documentation, including but not limited to; creative briefs, risk assessments, production schedules, project plans and talent/contributor consent forms,
• Manage and monitor project specific video hosting needs, in accordance with Service Level Agreements, communicating with the team to ensure provision is continued as required
• Work within internal and client-supplied brand guidelines where applicable
• Be a source of expertise for video and audio editing, leading on a range of projects,

including but not limited to: training videos, expert interviews, documentaries, talking heads and promotional materials.

• Create high quality motion graphics to support media projects, including (but not limited to) titling, intro sequences and explainer-style animations
• Manage and monitor media production assets, digital repositories, and multimedia software licenses
• At times, work in complex environments covering sensitive topics, sometimes with patients, providing reassurance and support in calm manner

Collaboration and communication

• Collaborate with clinical staff, subject specialists, colleagues and other key stakeholders at a range of levels to storyboard and develop scripts, to produce dynamic, media rich content and resources
• Provide expert advice to the GatewayC team on best practice and appropriate ways to present ideas and information in media projects
• Lead on the implementation of review processes with relevant GatewayC colleagues, subject matter experts and other key stakeholders to ensure final products are as desired, meet briefs and are high quality
• Communicate and collaborate with educational specialists to clarify technical issues and obtain information, gathering and analysing the information needs of the user
• Collaborate with a range of other media teams, including but not limited to: The Christie Communications team, The Christie Medical Illustration team, GM Cancer and outsourced organisations as required

Management and leadership

• Along with the other GatewayC colleagues, support the Programme Manager in all aspects of the day to day management of GatewayC
• Take a lead in wider team mentoring and providing learning opportunities with respect to media production, supporting skills development across GatewayC, the School of Oncology and Trust, as appropriate
• Under the direction of theProgramme Manager, have delegated responsibility for budgets, ensuring compliance with all Trust Standing Financial Instructions. This could include but is not limited to; supporting the management of income generation (e.g. quoting new business), supporting the management of expenditure/procurement, providing business cases as appropriate, and ensuring purchase orders and invoices are raised in a timely manner
• Support the Programme Manager in securing new business opportunities and partnerships
• Manage difficult situations in a calm and pleasant manager, taking lead responsibility to find solutions to complex and/or time sensitive issues
• Deputise for the Programme Manager, as appropriate, during periods of absence

Quality and governance

• Audit compliance with GDPR, IPR and consent management, providing regular reports to the Programme Manager, taking immediate action as appropriate
• Support data reporting processes and requirements, in line with GDPR
• Develop and maintain a system which enables effective quality assurance of resources and working practices, providing regular reports to the Programme Manager, taking immediate action as appropriate
• In conjunction with other team members, manage and monitor progress towards KPIs in line with GatewayCs objectives and long term strategy
• In conjunction with the Programme Manager and educational leads, undertake a regular review of content so that it is responsive to any changes in practice
• Ensure all resources meet accessibility guidelines and support colleagues and key stakeholders across GatewayC to achieve this standard
• Support the Programme Manager to manage risks, by reporting concerns in a timely manner and assisting the mitigation process
• Ensure that all paper based and electronic records in respect of colleagues, delegates and trainees/students (internal and external) are effectively managed
• Provide regular reports on a variety of topics in relation to digital learning/digital media production across GatewayC
• Keep pace with current and future developments in electronic resources (Adobe Creative Cloud, e-Authoring Software, CMS etc.) and video trends/styles, by researching and exploring ongoing innovations to improve service

Other

• Comply with all health and safety requirements
• Following prescribed GatewayC policies and procedures in all relevant aspects of management
• Keep up to date with relevant professional and technical developments

Be prepared to work flexibly to support the needs of the team

• Demonstrate the Christie principles and behaviours at all times, in line with the Trust Code of Conduct
• Undertake other relevant duties as directed by the Programme Manager
• Represent GatewayC and the School of Oncology in a professional and positive manner
• Work in partnership with other members of the School of Oncology, GM Cancer, CRUK, HEE and HEIW to support the overall vision and objectives of the programme

Personal and Professional Development

• Managing and prioritising own portfolio of work and project-based responsibilities to meet required deadlines and objectives
• Taking every reasonable opportunity to maintain and improve self-development including professional knowledge and competence
• Participating in personal objective setting and review, including the creation of a personal development plan
• Further personal development and training will be supported where it is consistent with the jointly agreed outcomes and objectives of personal development plans and/ or the changing strategic and operational requirements of the project

General

• The post holder must be able to work under pressure, within tight time frames and with minimal supervision against defined project plans, contributing to the development of plans.
• Participates at relevant meetings to update on the progress of the project or on its deliverables as required

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level qualification in an appropriate media production related subject, or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Masters qualification in an appropriate media production related subject
• Agile PM qualification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive demonstrable experience of work in end-to-end digital media production, including sourcing talent and filming locations, producing scripts and delivery video/audio final materials
• Experience of digital publishing using diverse channels and platforms.
• Experience of managing multiple projects running concurrently
• Line management experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in an education or healthcare environment
• Experience in asset management

Skills

Essential

• Excellent planning, delegation and organisation skills
• Extensive experience in the use of software tools for audio/visual and image editing (e.g. Adobe CC Suite), colour grading and motion graphics
• Practical troubleshooting skills to deal with technical problems on-set and wider problems off-set
• Ability to communicate effectively and empathically with a range of personnel, such as; patients, junior colleagues, senior managers and clients
• Ability to think creatively and methodically to respond to change, in environments that can be fast-paced and demanding
• Ability to analyse and communicate complex verbal and written instructions, including interpreting and informing creative briefs

Desirable

• Experience of producing documentary, interview and dramatic short films
• Experience of developing effective working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders

Knowledge

Essential

• In-depth knowledge of audio/visual and multimedia production techniques, equipment and associated software

Desirable

• Knowledge of audio-visual equipment and the special circumstances which apply when working in a hospital environment

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
• Committed to quality in all that they do
• Values diversity and difference and promotes equality of opportunity
• Committed to personal development and supporting others to do the same
• Committed to working to help colleagues deliver better outcomes for patients

Other

Essential

• Commitment and ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and out of hours
• Ability to hit the ground running, work autonomously and make informed decisions
• Requirement to adopt awkward working positions whilst setting up and dismantling equipment; this may involve working at height
• Ability to work in potentially distressing situations or with distressing material, such as when filming patient stories
• Own (or will obtain) a full UK driving license and a vehicle to transport equipment as necessary
• Regular travel to meetings and projects within Greater Manchester and nationally
• Ability to establish and maintain credibility
• Professional, calm and efficient manner

Desirable

• First Aid trained
• Used to managing the expectations of senior managers

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).