Description
We’re seeking someone at the very top of their game to join our successful team and lead our UK Factual slate. You’ll have a superb reputation and strong relationships across the industry – with a track record of winning commissions and delivering programmes for both broadcasters and streamers, across a range of genres. You’ll also be a part of the senior team at one of Britain’s biggest and best production companies, with a key role in our strategic direction.Key Responsibilities
1. Oversee our UK Factual slate of programmes
2. Work with development to come up with must-have series and one-offs for UK PSBs and streamers
3. Oversee production and delivery of a wide range of docs, exec producing where appropriate
4. Build strong relationships with Commissioners and Channel heads
5. Play a leading role in the strategic direction of the UK Factual team and of ITN Productions as a whole
6. Collaborate with other areas of ITN
7. Seek out new opportunities for revenue growth
8. Be passionate about Diversity and Inclusion and play a leading role in helping us progress and achieve our goals
9. Ensure all UK Factual content is delivered on time, to budget and is both technically excellent and legally sound
10. Help recruit freelance and staff members as required to build strong teams
11. Demonstrate and embody ITN’s values, culture and purpose
These are the main requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time. Key Requirements
12. Ambitious, creative, collaborative and passionate
13. An established industry figure who has a sound understanding of factual programming and a reputation for delivering exceptional content
14. Great relationships and thorough knowledge of commissioning strategy
15. A self-starting creative with innovative thinking who can ‘make things happen’
16. Ability to prioritise well, manage a high pressure environment and work to tight deadlines
17. Ability to deal diplomatically with different personalities, getting the most out of working relationships
18. Super leadership, management and communication skills
19. Experience of managing complex production budgets
20. Creative attitude to problem-solving
21. Good knowledge of Ofcom regulations and the ITN compliance manual
22. Awareness of Health and Safety requirements
23. Awareness and understanding of the financial implications of all decisions
24. Track record of prioritising and delivering excellence in Diversity and Inclusion
25. Excellent strategic thinking
26. A brilliant team leader and a superb team player