TV Producer

Reporting to: Head of Programming

Working Hours: Full time 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (Flexibility required to work weekends, bank holidays and additional hours)

Salary: Competitive based on knowledge, skills & experience

Company: Islam Channel Urdu Ltd

Location: Head Office – IG2 7BS

The ideal candidate will be a talented Producer who is passionate about creating and sharing interesting and inspirational high-quality content for a Muslim audience in the UK and around the world for the following genres: Religious (must have a strong knowledge of Islam), Lifestyle, Factual and Documentaries, News and Current Affairs, Charity appeals.

The successful candidate will already have good contacts in the UK Pakistani community as well as an understanding of Islamic principles and values of the company.

The Role

• With the team, develop and produce high quality and creative original content, programmes, series and podcasts across platforms from concept to completion.
• Ensure projects adhere to the overall vision of the company in line with the budget, available resources and agreed time frame.
• Plan and execute the development phase which may include carrying out research, creating and pitching treatment, writing script, arranging suitable guests / presenters / panellists for the show, corresponding via email or telephone or social media as required.
• Manage pre‑production preparations – lead kick‑off meetings with key stakeholders as well as brief team and crew before shoot.
• Manage the team in your department (if applicable) and offer training i.e., volunteers, work experience students, graduate interns, researchers, presenters etc.
• Organise shoots and liaise with Studio Manager as and when required to book shoots and plan sets, filming, lighting and set‑up accordingly.
• Collaborate with your line manager regularly to understand our objectives and contribute to programming strategy.
• Apply Ofcom guidelines and adhere to editorial policy throughout.
• Oversee shoots whether on location or in the studio.
• Troubleshoot problems that may arise during the entire phase of the project.
• Ensure set and location is appropriate, fit for filming and presentable.
• Ensure audio, lighting and visuals are of high quality when filming.
• Manage your direct reports and check accuracy of all invoices, purchase order forms, expense claim forms before approving (if applicable).
• Ensure all health and safety guidelines are followed on all shoots/locations.
• Conduct risk assessments for all productions or when appropriate.
• Ensure accurate completion of booking forms and attain relevant in‑house and third‑party approvals and clearances before arranging shoots.

To be fluent in Urdu and English is essential for this role. An advanced understanding of Islam and a passion for sharing religious content in an inspiring and engaging way (for religious programming Producer). Experience of working on complex productions, for example those involving varied stakeholders, staff and freelance staff. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent project planning skills. Understanding of creating and working within project budgets. Ability to work within a team. An advanced understanding of charity sector and executing live charity appeals.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant subject is highly advantageous for this role.

Experience

• Ideally minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in broadcast television and proven track record of creating original high‑quality programmes.