Job Description
Location: Sassy+ Elstree & Sassy+ Farringdon
Position: Full-Time (9am – 6pm Mon to Fri)
Salary Range: £60k+ dependant on experience
Starting: Immediately
ABOUT SASSY:
SASSY+ is an award-winning production powerhouse of dynamic storytellers and skilled technology specialists, delivering magnetic content solutions to brands and businesses across the globe. Made up of a team of over 80+ experts, we collaborate, ideate, and formulate a best-in-class approach to production, delivering everything from internal comms, product launches and social-first content, to TVCs, chart-topping podcasts and thought leadership. Built on over 30 years of experience in live streaming, hybrid events, branded content, photography, social storytelling and audio production, we’re set up to deliver on any comms challenge. Our unique in-house integrated model enables us to deliver seamless “no tears” solutions - powerful production, technical innovation, and meaningful creative that engages audiences and drives results.
ROLE SUMMARY:
* Sassy+ is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Post-Production to join our team and lead our post-production department to new heights. The Head of Post-Production will oversee all aspects of the post-production process, ensuring all content is delivered on time and meets Sassy+’s creative and technical standards. This role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of post-production workflows, a wealth of technical knowledge, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments to achieve the company’s goals.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Lead, mentor, and manage a team of editors, sound engineers, and Motion Graphic Designers across multiple locations in the UK.
* Develop and implement efficient workflows and processes for dynamic post-production department across multiple locations.
* Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
* Foster a collaborative and creative working environment.
* Troubleshoot and resolve any technical or creative issues that arise during post-production.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest technology, innovations and software.
* Implement and maintain industry-standard post-production tools and systems.
* Ensure all post-production work meets technical standards and specifications.
* Oversee the management of the storage and archiving of all post-production assets
* Support the team through editing/motion graphics on projects where suitable.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in post-production, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
* Experience working with multiple teams in different locations.
* Expert knowledge of Avid Media Composer, Adobe Creative Suite and DaVinci Resolve. (Knowledge of Pro Tools and Cinema 4D a bonus).
* Strong understanding of video editing, colour correction, sound design, and VFX workflows.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Creative problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
* Strong attention to detail and established creative identity.
* Strong communication, organisation, administrative and time management skills.
* Must have a willingness to work long hours as needed, often under pressure.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
* Delivery of high-quality output for our projects and clients by your time.
* Effective support on projects from concept to delivery, in budget and on time.
* Feedback on the handling of projects/staff development by Sassy+ senior leadership.
* Performance to be formally reviewed after three months and then once per year.