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Summary

Responsible for the (i) development of content on radio (traditional and online) and podcasts, from developing program plans / scripts to post-program management; (ii) production of web and social media content, including creation of original video and multimedia assets for dissemination on social media platforms and websites (iii) development of corporate branding materials.

Roles and Responsibilities

Branding

• · Develop corporate branding materials for Tongston and its clients for coherent internal and external messaging and brand equity, influence, value proposition, profitability and consistency.
• · Create and maintain the communications materials including but not limited to internal articles, success stories, case studies, press releases, customer presentations, scripts, podcasts, market collateral, newsletters etc.
• · Design marketing and communication materials including print, video, publications, website maintenance and social media activities, in order to support effectively the strategic objectives of Tongston and its clients, and convey its key messages to different stakeholders.
• · Be involved in and collaborate on all initiatives related to Tongston and its clients’ HR, Business Development, Strategy, PR, Stakeholder Management, IT, Governance, Legal, Policy & Regulatory drive, and Corporate Social Responsibility, and others

Production

TV AND FILM DIRECTING AND PRODUCTION

• Develop, plan and rehearse shows including screenplays, loglines, synopses, scripts and engaging guests.
• Hire and maintain strong relationships with producers, agents, vendors & production staff essential to efficiently producing current & upcoming pilots & series.
• Supervise the progress of the project from production through to post-production.
• Research & identify possible sites and stages for potential projects.
• Locate, scout & facilitate the setup of Casting and Writers.
• Create & oversee production calendars, table reads, & tone meetings.
• Maintain and approve call sheets, production reports, production schedules, & staff/crew lists; and ensure publication of key production/studio documents.
• Oversee budgeting, scheduling, planning, and conceptualize, write and edit promotions for new shows, branding spots, special events and campaigns.
• Commission writers or secure the rights to novels, plays or screenplays.
• Direct, organize shooting schedules and hire key staff including a crew to shoot programs, films or videos.

RADIO and PODCAST DIRECTING AND PRODUCTION

• Produce original, innovative and entertaining radio shows and podcasts
• Generate and research ideas for programs and pitching for commissions
• Drive radio shows and podcast promotion
• Develop content, scripts, bulletins, links, stories for broadcast on radio and podcast including pitching, research, interviewing, editing and mixing audio
• Source potential contributors and interviewees
• Select music appropriate to the program, the audience and the station, 'drive' the desk and operate technical equipment for recording and playback
• Produce pre-production briefings for presenters, reporters, technical staff and other contributors
• Present programs or manage presenters for both pre-recorded and recorded output
• Conver text, graphics, video and audio files into other formats
• Contribute to, and make use of, an archive of audio resources which can be re-used
• Be up to date on the law, broadcast codes, copyright and legislation that affects multi-media production.

Education & Experience

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in related areas of content strategy and production.
• Experience using Cool Edit Pro, Adobe Premier, Pro Tools and Adobe Audition, for editing and production purposes is required.
• Experience with creating, planning and executing show schedules is a plus.
• Experience working with and motivating a team on production – from sound engineers and production coordinators to writers and actors is a plus.
• Experience with radio, podcasts, TV or other narrative media production and post-production is a plus.
• Corporate office / project management experience in the entertainment field is desired.
• Experience in all aspects of digital video production, writing original text, guiding voice-overs, choosing appropriate music, editing, storytelling etc. is a plus.
• Proficiency in key applications (MS Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Corel Draw, Adobe Systems; Skydrive, DropBox, Google Docs, and any other required applications).
• Proven (up to 2-3 years) work experience as a Marketing, Journalism, Communications and Branding Specialist or similar role, with an understanding of business and education field
• Knowledge of basic graphic design and audio production.

Skills

• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop original ideas for interviews and to creatively communicate them.

Storytelling.

• Ability to score music, integrate archival material and field recordings.
• Ability to source archival material, music, organising licences, recording, mixing and editing shows and briefing presenters on questions to ask.
• Have technical skills to be able to operate various recording and studio equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving, research and collaboration skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

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Job description

• Creating and delivering motion graphics for various media
• Working with art and creative teams to select audio, video, colors, animation, etc. for graphic design
• Editing video footage and adding effects/elements to enhance motion graphics
• Collaborates closely with Tongston staff, partners, and clients on developing video and other digital concepts and projects. Ensures that products meet program goals and budgets.
• Assists in designing and creating storyboards and scripts.
• Designs and delivers high-quality motion graphics optimized for video/web/social media dissemination.
• Selects, edits, and incorporates third-party content (stills, footage, music, graphics, etc.) as needed.
• Retouches correct, and color-grades video and photo content.
• Ensures all produced material is correctly optimized for chosen dissemination (web, social media, large presentation screen, social media).
• Works directly with external consultants (videographers, photographers, narrators, programmers, voice artists, animators, translators, developers/coders), ensuring that their work matches the quality and branding of Tongston’s products.
• Tracks new content trends and technologies to ensure that Tongston’s output remains on the cutting edge.

qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (fine arts, multimedia production, journalism, or social sciences) with relevant technical training in video and digital design and production.
• Experience in video and digital content development, with strong capabilities in graphic design and video production.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator required.
• Experience and/or knowledge in data visualization a plus.
• Ability to synthesize and present concepts and data for a general audience using multiple forms of media (video, animation, stills, graphics, etc.)
• Experience in short-form storytelling through various editorial techniques including cuts, transitions, timing and the effective use of sound and visuals to communicate
• Demonstrated project management skills. Experience guiding video and multimedia projects from conception through completion.
• Strong time management and problem solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.