The BBC StoryWorks team is responsible for developing and producing content-led commercial solutions, including but not limited to digital native creative, packaging of editorial sponsorship, brand films and bespoke 360 media solutions.
The Head of BBC StoryWorks EMEA is the region's largest senior position, and is responsible for managing other regional members of the BBC StoryWorks EMEA team as well as orchestrating and overseeing the management of all aspects of the production of client campaigns from the initial briefing through to the delivery of the campaign - on time and on budget.
Job Title: Head of BBC Storyworks EMEA
Job Reference: BBC / TP / 185688/25107
Contract Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date: 26 November, 2017
Job Category: Sales and Business Development
Business Unit: WW - Ad Sales
London: United Kingdom
Responsibility
In particular they must:
- Support the global BBC StoryWorks Team in defining world-class innovative solutions for clients
- Line manage other members of the Content, Strategy and Project Management and Production teams in EMEA
- Own the production of best in digital, TV and cross-media solutions for clients
- Ensure the effective management of all issues related to compliance in respect of your solutions
- Control budgets in line with advertising revenue assigned for both digital and broadcast projects
- Oversee the effective legal and project management frameworks for the delivery of successful campaigns
- Display patience and cultural sensitivity in communications with agencies / clients, in-country resources and colleagues
- Demonstrate BBC values in all dealings with colleagues, clients and agencies
Success in this senior role relies on an in-depth knowledge of the content-marketing landscape coupled with an impeccable track record of successfully conceiving digital packaging, video and TV productions. Strong verbal and written communication skills must be since the jobholder needs to communicate across cultures and geographies by telephone, in writing and face to face. The ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and deliver high quality results on time and within budget are also critical skills in this role.
This is a job for a confident, experienced and innovative individual who can be relied on to work effectively within teams and independently, be an adept stakeholder manager across a complex matrix business, and show initiative, remaining focused, calm and consistent under pressure.
The Ideal Candidate
A successful performer in this role will:
- Identify opportunities to up-sell and cross-sell BBC StoryWorks products and communicate these to Sales
- Keep up to date with competitive trends and new developments
- Monitor spend against budget and act quickly if discrepancies occur
- Set themselves the highest work standards
- Conduct thorough research and preparation for pitches and presentations
- Express themselves fluently, regularly summarising and checking understanding
- Go out of their way to share information, expertise and learning with colleagues
- Listen closely to the views and ideas of other team members
- Build goodwill with others by offering support and assistance as often as requesting it
- Think outside the box to come up with fresh innovative ideas and solutions
- Involve others early in the creative process to test ideas and generate new thinking
- Rapidly establish personal credibility and develop report
- Enjoy confidence in their ability to meet expectations and resolve issues
- Ask for feedback on their work from colleagues and their manager
- Volunteer for projects and work that will stretch their capability and help them learn new things
- See learning as an important part of their job
About the Company
The BBC is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background.
BBC Worldwide Limited is the main commercial arm and a wholly owned subsidiary of the BBC. BBC Worldwide exists to support the BBC public service mission and to maximize profits on its behalf. It does this by investing in; marketing and showcasing content from the BBC in the UK and around the world. In 2016/17, BBC Worldwide generated headline profits of £ 157.3M (2015/16: £ 133.8M), and headline sales of £ 1,059.9M (2015/16: £ 1,029.4M) and returned £ 210.5M to the BBC.
How To Apply
Qualified candidates should: Click Here To Apply Online
Application Deadline: 26 November, 2017.
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