Girl Effect Jik’izinto Production Partner Jobs in South Africa
Scope of Work
The production company would partner with Girl Effect to produce a branded youth-focused series rooted and resonant with the realities that young people in South Africa face. The series must embody the spirit of the times, with a premise authentic to contemporary youth culture.
The characters should be relatable, multi-layered, and complex. We follow them on a journey of self-discovery and change as they fail, forge friendships, find mentors and find mental resilience in their adulting journey.
The characters will negotiate through our behaviour change framework, modeling positive journeys for our audience.
There are three areas of work that include but are not limited to:
Development phase:
Assembling the writer room (Consultation during the recruitment of writers)
Work with a GE-appointed writing consultant
Finalize the concept and get sign-off
Review and feedback on scripts
Setting up plans and processes for pre-production and production
Pre-production
Planning – Review and consult on the production schedule
Casting – Conduct casting calls and select actors representing the target audience demographics and embody the characters’ traits and personalities as outlined in the concept development phase.
Ensuring all the locations are locked before the shoot
Template and process development
Consultation during recruitment of creative team and HODs (Directors and LP, ADs, DPs, Production Designer)
Document review and support – Approve script changes and oversee delivery of final shooting scripts
Ensuring all the correct contracts have been signed by the cast and the crew
Overseeing any additional preparation before scripts are finalized and pre-production starts – CTA’s, Social Media Content, Cast Interviews, etc
Production Management: Oversee all aspects of production, including scheduling, budgeting, location scouting, and securing necessary permits.
Production Phase
Provide all the necessary equipment to execute the TV series successfully.
Provide a studio for shooting.
Timely and on-budget delivery of agreed-upon deliverables
Ensuring smooth setup of production processes including set up of weekly production meetings and templates.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving for continued delivery
Run a safe and compliant set and ensure that all stakeholders remain well-informed on the production process
Compile progress reporting and be present at all production meetings
Directing: Lead the direction of each episode, working closely with the cast and crew to ensure the vision of the series is realized on screen.
Post-Production: Handle post-production tasks such as sound design, color correction, and visual effects to enhance the overall viewing experience.
Promotion and Marketing: Collaborate with Girl Effect on promotional strategies to generate excitement and anticipation for the series among the target audience. This may include teaser trailers, social media clips, etc.
Expected Deliverables
End-to-end production of 13 Episodes, each 23 minutes long. Including but not
30-second promo per episode plus 3 teaser spots. A total of 16 pieces
Shorter cuts/shoulder content for each episode for Instagram reel and YouTube Shorts – a Total of 40 shorts/clips.
Development of the story arc, storylines, and scripts for the season
Graphics package & VFX
Ensure that a senior and experienced team leads the production and can support where necessary.
Ensuring industry-standard production quality
Setting up smooth processes for final delivery
Weekly reporting and status updates with the Girl Effect team
Delivery of all raw footage, music stems used, SFX, and files to the GE team on HDD’s.
Documentation, including concepts, scripts, briefs, etc
Other documentation, including location or supporting cast releases, may be needed.
Hiring and paying individuals who will be part of the series using our template contracts
Scripting, filming, editing, and delivering full episode 13 episodes
Delivery to the channel, including FCC and Music que sheets
Deliver season trailers (3) ahead of time for marketing and episodic trailers.
Ensure the reinforcement message is included at the end of each episode.
Provide monthly budget reports.
Provide behind-the-scenes shots (pictures and some other short video) materials to be used for marketing and digital content.
Skills and expertise:
You have been working on similar projects, on Series or TV series, which work with young people to help engage and spread awareness. Passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people.
Project Management: Ability to effectively manage projects, coordinate teams with diverse skill sets, develop project strategies, and ensure successful execution from start to finish. Have a strong work ethic to execute all projects in the intended timeline with support from the GE team.
Local Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of local trends, media landscape, and cultural nuances to tailor creative solutions that resonate with the target audience in the country you are working (South Africa). Experience creating content, content and campaigns for youth audiences, especially South African girls from low-middle income backgrounds. Social Media + radio experience would be a bonus.
Time and Budget Management: Proficiency in delivering projects on schedule and within budgetary constraints, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets.
Creative Ideation: Skill to generate innovative and unique ideas aligned with our objectives and target audience(girls and women), fostering creativity and pushing boundaries to deliver outstanding creative work. You will have a proven ability to work with subject matter experts and ‘translate’ their expertise into appropriate content for the target audience.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze client goals, target audience preferences, and market trends to develop a strategic approach that drives results and provides effective creative solutions.
Multi-platform Expertise: Proficiency in creating content for diverse platforms such as digital, TV, and emerging media channels, leveraging each platform’s unique features to engage the target audiences. Experience in health-related content/Behaviour change content production in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights would be an advantage.
Branding and Storytelling: Capability to craft compelling brand narratives and storytelling techniques that effectively communicate the Girl Effect message, create emotional connections, and build brand loyalty.
Visual and Design Skills: Strong aesthetic sense and knowledge of design principles encompassing graphic design, photography, videography, and visual effects, enabling the creation of visually appealing and impactful creative assets.
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with the latest creative production tools, software, and technologies, including design software, video editing tools, and content management systems, to ensure efficient and high-quality output.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with clients, creative teams, copywriters, designers, and stakeholders to bring ideas to life, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Language: Effective communicator and writer in English and Local languages ( Nguni and Sotho) with the ability to synthesize, communicate and simplify complex language concepts per the needs of girls and young women.
Safeguarding: Experience working with young adults and understanding of policies involved when working with minors.
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a proposal by email with the subject line “Jik’izinto Production Partner – South Africa” to [email protected]
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