Video Production Secretary

The successful candidate will be expected to assist in all the stages of production: from pre-production through to post-production and final delivery, Prepare and update video production schedules and ensure that all members of the team adhere to these schedules, Coordinate casting sessions and all aspects relating to voice-over artists, cast and/or extras

Source and secure props, wardrobe etc. if required

Source appropriate consumables - tapes, disks, refreshments etc.

Draw petty cash and take responsibility for it, including doing a final reconciliation

Draw up and distribute detailed call sheets, including final scripts

When required, collect and return technical and art department equipment

Open the production office for crew on the day of the shoot and again after the shoot

Look after the wellbeing of crew and cast on location

Ensure that all shoot footage is backed up onto at least two separate devices while on location

Ensure that the editor has all the source material and scripts necessary for the edit

If editing over a weekend or after hours is required, open and close the office for editors and directors

Graphic Animations

Assist the production coordinator and account manager in all aspects of the daily production process and all related administration.

Ensure that brief documents and all other information related to a brief is collated and managed for easy access by all stakeholders.

Transfer of material from one format to another, so must be digital savvy.

Coordinate delivery of final material from graphic facilities etc.

Demonstrate competency on Chase or obtain sufficient training on Chase software to be able to assist all staff with admin related matters.

Obtain training on NX3 scheduling software allowing you to provide back-up services on the basic aspects of ingesting and scheduling content, if needed.

Very good computer skills on Microsoft Office products viz; Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and an intimate Knowledge of Excel specifically

Minimum two to three years experience as a production secretary/coordinator. Experience in an advertising agency would be advantageous

Attention to detail and work in a highly organised manner - incredibly important

Excellent time management skills and adherence to deadlines

Excellent interpersonal skills - must be able to interact with diverse people from the broadcast industry and liaise with clients in the corporate world simultaneously

Superb multi-skilled team player in a mature working environment

Creative thinker and must be able to work on own and show initiative

Excellent written communication skills via written media

Post matric qualification will be an advantage

The successful candidate must be self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook, and have a clear focus on maintaining high quality at all times. The person should be a natural forward planner who critically assesses his or her own performance. Must have valid driving licence and own reliable transport. This is a six-month contract.

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