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Program Director

Silver Spring Production and Promotion PLC

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Creative Arts

Media and Communication

Addis Ababa

5 years

5 Positions

2024-04-16

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2024-04-26

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Fields of study

Journalism, media studies and communication

Theatrical arts

Full Time

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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced program director to take overall responsibility for television show production.

As a director, you will lead the production team to direct full-length television programs, live or recorded television programs, commercials and music videos. You should be able to translate writers’ and producers’ visions into cohesive, marketable, entertaining and informative programs.

Ultimately, you should be able to make creative decisions that guide the rest of the team and enhance, refine and translate original ideas into finished programs.

Responsibilities

  • Read scripts and develop storyboards

  • Write and edit scripts as needed

  • Meeting the producers and preparing budget

  • Meet the producers and prepare budget

  • Decide on  locations

  • Hire cast and crew

  • Liaise with crew about technical requirements (e.g. lighting and camera movements, sound recording requirements, set dressing, vision effects and graphics and transitions)

  • Prepare a carefully calculated shooting schedule ensuring deadlines and budget requirements are met

  • Guide the production team ensuring all members are in sync with the program’s requirements

  • Incorporate creative ideas to achieve the best possible visual result

  • Supervise editing to make the final cut

  • Ensure that the final program is faithful to the original concept

  • Create reports and submit them to the supervisor

  • Performs any other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Category: Theatrical Arts, Journalism and Communications, Film studies, Cinematography or relevant field

Required Number: Five 

Job Requirements

  • BA Degree in Theatrical Arts, Journalism and Communications, Film studies, Cinematography or relevant field; further training is a plus

  • A minimum of 5 years of work experience as a director.

  • Demonstrable portfolio of videos or commercials

  • Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages

  • In-depth understanding of the production process

  • Familiarity with camera operation, sound systems, special effects and music editing

  • Ability to lead and motivate

  • Creativity and imagination

  • Excellent organizational and planning skills

  • Good people skills and ability to negotiate

  • Time management and budget awareness

How to Apply

Interested applicants who fulfill the minimum requirements can submit their non-returnable application letter, CV with three names of reference & copies other credentials in person   located around Gerji beside Unity University Bawa building 1st floor,

            OR   send through the following e-mail address: silverspringhr@gmail.com

Our Culture: Every employee is an influencer and culture keeper. We expect respectful communication (despite pressure), openness to feedback, an eagerness to learn, and an overall positive attitude!

Silver Spring Production and Promotion P.L.C. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace!

Fields Of Study

Journalism, media studies and communication

Theatrical arts

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