Production Assistant

Company Description

W!ZARD Radio Media is a leading global media brand and a market leader in engaging innovative, youth-focused content, anchored by W!ZARD Studios.

W!ZARD Studios is a global leader in audio entertainment. As one of the world’s leading podcast networks, W!ZARD Studios is home to a suite of powerful podcast properties including the UK’s #1 theatre podcast “Call To Stage with Amber Davies”, the #1 charting pop culture podcast “Clara Amfo & Munroe Bergdorf Are Into It”, the Top 10 (All Podcasts) charting comedy show “Stay Hydrated with Chris & Lizzie”, iconic shows including “The Pieces with Bimini” and “The Final FronTia with Tia Kofi” and more.

Under W!ZARD Radio Media is also W!ZARD Live, a live events promoter/producer specialising in comedy, theatre and live podcasts. W!ZARD Live has sold over 20,000 tickets to live shows in the past 2 years, ranging from podcasts to comedy tours, West End productions and more.

Role Description

We are looking for a motivated and passionate Production Assistant to support our operations across podcasts and live productions, working closely with our creators and company management.

This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate with a passion for creators and pop culture and a desire to develop their skills and play an integral role in the expansion of W!ZARD’s podcast roster, live slate and overall audience growth.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the team and our creators with the production of W!ZARD Studios’ slate of podcasts
• Working in our recording studio to support the day-to-day running of podcast recordings, including handling bookings, liaising with clients and setting up/monitoring recording sessions
• Developing recording skills to be able to take ownership of the recording process for specific podcasts
• Filing, labelling and uploading content onto our Content Management System and ensuring our CMS remains organised
• Assisting creators and the wider team with episode planning and brainstorming
• Developing effective social media strategies to promote our podcasts and live events across branded social media pages
• Working with our Social Media Manager to deliver social media content and ensure that social media strategies are being executed effectively
• To contribute innovative, forward-thinking ideas to social, digital and marketing campaigns
• Assisting the team and our creators with the delivery of digital content, marketing assets and advertising campaigns
• Collaborating with the team on our own-brand social media strategy – organising social media content for our owned handles – including graphics, video and written posts, to support podcasts, promotions and company initiatives
• Monitor and manage the podcast network's social media presence, ensuring brand consistency and quality across all channels
• Using podcast technology – including analytics dashboards and infrastructure systems – on a frequent basis and keep track of podcast performance
• Working with the team to provide guidance to creators including content and social media feedback
• Taking day to day creator enquiries as a member of our creator-facing team
• Assisting at W!ZARD Live productions, including coordinating guest lists, suppliers and working collaboratively at key events

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Be a native consumer of lifestyle and entertainment content (audio and video) across podcasting, music and streaming
• Have basic production experience across audio and video, and be willing and dedicated to learn new skills as required
• Have basic video editing skills (particularly social media editing); an understanding of digital video and image editing and design software is desirable
• Have a strong knowledge and passion for social media and the built-in features on social media apps
• Have a finger on the pulse knowledge of the latest trends across social media and digital media
• Have an interest in data analysis with a desire to learn how to translate data into meaningful reports
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and a creative flair
• Have a strong ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, while maintaining a high level of organisation
• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Be comfortable working with music artists, actors, influencers and content creators
• Be able to stay focused whilst working in multiple environments across offices, studios and working from home

Role Structure

• Full time (40 hours per week)
• Flexible working (3-4 days per week in London office, 1-2 days per week at home)
• Permanent contract (6-month probationary period)
• 30 paid days of annual leave