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Job Title:  Online Video Production Supervisor

Organisation: Nation Media Group (NMG)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Head of Creative

About the Company:

The Nation Media Group is the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media, which attract and serve unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. Nation Media Group is Uganda’s most influential media house, operating the Daily Monitor. Saturday Monitor and Sunday Monitor newspapers, 93.3 KFM, 90.4 Dembe FM, NTV Uganda, Spark TV, Nation Courier Service and the Monitor Business Directory.

Job Summary:   The Video Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all phases of video content creation, from pre-production planning to post-production review and delivery. This role involves managing staff, coordinating resources and schedules, ensuring brand standards are met, and delivering high-quality videos that align with marketing and social media objectives. The Video Production Supervisor must balance creativity with efficiency, ensuring projects are completed on-time and within budget.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Management & Coordination

• Oversee the full lifecycle of video projects, including concept development, scripting, shooting, editing, and final delivery.
• Collaborate with the social media team and other stakeholders to determine project objectives, themes, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain production schedules, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Lead and mentor the video production team (e.g., camera operators, editors)
• Assign tasks, provide feedback, and ensure team members understand project goals and responsibilities.
• Foster a positive working environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Quality Control & Brand Consistency

• Review and approve video content to maintain high production standards and brand consistency.
• Ensure that all content aligns with company guidelines, messaging, and target audience needs.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to keep the team’s video output fresh and relevant.

Budgeting & Resource Allocation

• Develop and manage the unit’s production budget, controlling costs while maintaining production quality.
• Plan for and allocate necessary equipment, staff, and other resources in advance to avoid production delays.
• Research and recommend new production tools or techniques to improve efficiency and quality.

Process Optimization & Compliance

• Establish and refine processes, workflows, and guidelines to optimize production timelines and resource use.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, permissions, and licensing agreements (e.g., music rights, location permits).
• Maintain clear and organized records of production assets, contracts, and legal documentation.

Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams and external partners regarding production-related matters.
• Provide regular project status updates to senior management, highlighting progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Negotiate and manage relationships with freelancers, and contractors

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Academic: Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Professional: Demonstrated portfolio of successful video projects (e.g., corporate, marketing, social media)
• Experience: 4+ years of experience in video production, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

Core Competencies

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in video production tools and software (e.g.,Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Creative Suite( Light room, Premier Pro, Photo shop & After Effects), Adobe Sound Enhancer or similar software.
• Solid understanding of camera operation, lighting, audio recording, and video editing workflows.
• Experience with project management tools.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills for presenting ideas clearly and negotiating with stakeholders.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address challenges promptly and efficiently.
• Strategic management skills.

How to Apply:

If you believe that you are our ideal candidate, please submit your application, detailed CV and academic documents with a daytime telephone number as one PDF document, quoting the position you have applied for in the subject line to the HR Manager-NMGU, at the link below

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Deadline: 17th February 2025

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