Senior Producer - Programming Non-Fiction
ProgrammingOVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
StarStar India has defined the Indian media landscape for more than 30 years, and today is one of the country’s leading media conglomerates, reaching around 700 million viewers a month on TV across India and over 100 other countries. Star India’s channel portfolio cuts across general entertainment, films, sports, infotainment, kids, and lifestyle content across eight languages. The network generates over 20,000 hours of content every year and broadcasts 70+ channels, reaching 9 out of 10 C&S TV homes in India. The Star Sports network is one of the leading sports networks with 17 channels in its bouquet. It is home to a number of leading domestic and international sports and is making quantum leaps in transforming sports in the country, helping India become a multi-sporting nation. Disney+ Hotstar, India’s largest premium streaming platform has changed the way Indians watch their entertainment - from their favourite TV shows and movies to sporting extravaganzas. With the widest range of content in India, Disney+ Hotstar offers more than 100,000 hours of TV Shows and Movies in 8 languages, regional and national News, and coverage of every major global sporting event, including the IPL. The company is present in the Indian movie production and distribution space through Fox Star Studios. The studios is also responsible for the marketing and distribution of its Hollywood slate in the country. For more details visit us at http://www.startv.com/JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- To create engaging non-fiction content for consumers thereby building channel viewership.
- To assess, evaluate and refine original and/ or international concepts and/ or formats in alignment with channel philosophy
- To ensure that Non-Fiction programming is unique and ahead of competition.
- To ensure consistent high quality of creative and production.
- To collaborate with Programming Strategy, Commercial & Marketing team on FPC planning, budgets, communication plan and PR on all shows.
- To share consumer insights with management and/ or team.
- To supervise production closely to ensure highest quality within approved budgets.
- To maintain healthy relationships with internal network team & Production houses.
- To ensure professional development and readiness of the team to move to the next level of responsibility
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
- Non-Fiction viewership in terms of time spent and reach.
- Adhering to approved budgets and ensuring profitability. Comparative budget analysis of shows.
- Consumer insights incorporated into shows.
- Number of team members ready to be promoted to the next level.
QUALIFICATION
- Graduate and/ or P.G. in Mass Communication, Film & TV Production
- 8-9 years of relevant work experience in a channel and/ or Production House
- Has worked on various small & large format shows across various genres – Dancing, singing, edgy, niche, quiz, game shows etc.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Knowledge of Film & TV Production.
- Excellent Problem solving & decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication & persuasion skills.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Proven expertise and track record in ideation and direction
- Loves and relates to Bengali literature
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.