Careers at Africa Magic

Programme Acceptance Administrator

Africa Magic seeks to appoint suitably qualified & dedicated individuals to assume responsibility as Programme Acceptance Administrators. The positions will be based at our facilities in Lagos, Nigeria.

CONTEXT

External factors which will influence the work environment taking future conditions and strategic requirements into account:

Business environmentDynamic organizationPolicies and ProceduresFast-paced and constantly changing environment

CUSTOMERS

External individuals or groups as well as individuals or groups within the organization to whom products, services, programme and information is provided.

Broadcast Complaints Commission and regulatory bodies across AfricaInternal Censorship Board (ICB)M-Net Africa Magic Programming UnitsBroadcast ServicesOn-Air departmentM-Net and MultiChoice Marketing departments, respectivelyM-Net analogue and DSTV subscriber baseOracleFinanceContent (movies & short format ) SuppliersMultichoice

 OUTPUTS

Services and information which the individual must provide to external individuals or groups, or one another to accomplish the organization’s mission and strategy.

View programming content and compile well written synopsis for publicityPreparation of Monthly Highlights Document and distribute to distribution listAssign Age restriction to agreed standards and broadcasting censor board codesUtilize research feedback and statistics to support scheduling formatsAssist to identify undesirably content and support editing requirementsIdentify Audio Cuts with regard to undesirable language of content for transfersFiling Management of Synopsis, publicity material and follow up on outstanding publicity material with content suppliersAssist Schedule Planner with best optimal scheduling slots for content viewedWrite up Viewing reports and capture onto MindpackCompile EPG Report and distribute to agreed deadlinesCompile TV Magazine Report and distribute to agreed deadlinesCompile Marketing, Oracle, Website Reports and distribute to agreed deadlines

COMPETENCIES

Personal capabilities which are critical to the production of quality outputs are:

Excellent Programming Content Evaluation abilityTeam player: proven ability to build productive relationships both internally and externallyKnowledge of the industry, M-Net Africa Magic channels  & content Suppliers Knowledge of business procedures, rules and processes, and implementationMotivated, passionate, determined & decisiveSolution orientated and accountableProactive, innovative & self-motivatedStrong organizational skillsPositive attitude and ability to work well under pressureAccuracy and attention to detailBe creative, innovative & proactive, and well organizedDeadline DrivenAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines

KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS

A relevant degree in Communication or Business Management requiredAt least 3 years experience preferably in Television Environment & Regulatory environment (an advantage)Proven Track recordComputer Literacy, MS Excel Advanced, PowerPoint, Outlook Email, MS WordGood Writing & Communications skillsSound understanding of programming content and scheduling systems (an advantage)Team PlayerProblem Solving SkillsStrategic Vision of Content of Competitors and Industry

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CONTEXT

External factors which will influence the work environment taking future conditions and strategic requirements into account:

Lucrative Media environmentDynamic, vibrant, fast-paced & demanding organisationHighly Competitive environmentCompany policies & procedures

CUSTOMERS

External individuals or groups as well as individuals or groups within the organisation to whom products, services, programme and information must be provided:

Nigerian Censorship BoardRegulatory Boards across Africa.Internal Censorship Board (ICB).MultiChoiceMarketingDSTV Ad SalesSchedulingEPGOn-Air DepartmentM-Net Africa Magic Channels Programming UnitsBroadcast ServicesFinanceM-Net Legal and Contracts departmentNew Media PublicationsContent Suppliers – Independents and StudiosSubscribers and Potential subscribers

OUTPUTS

Services and information which the individual must provide to external individuals or groups, or one another to accomplish the organization’s mission and strategy

Screen, feedback and select latest movies and general short format programming.Screening and selection of suitable movies for Africa Magic, and choosing best slot/night per movie premierePrepare Letters of Offer and negotiate license fees and terms with Independent Distributors as well as Local Suppliers.Prepare Deal Memos on Mindpack and forward for processing to Finance and Contracts and Director of Acquisitions.Liaise with Contracts and Finance departments to execute deals and Notice of Changes.Administer any changes to executed contracts via the due processes and procedures.Acquisitions to be validated against International Ratings where available as well as local performances.Facilitate and manage movie budget strictly to agreed due processes and procedures with M-Net Finance, Director of Acquisitions, Channel Head and Director of M-Net Finance.

ADMINISTRATION OF CONTENT DEALS

Request screening copies of content for Africa Magic Channels from suppliers.Request suitable license start dates to support Schedule requirements and Channel Head’s objectives and to support the policies and procedures as defined by the Director of Finance and Director of Acquisitions.Administer avails notifications and input on Mindpack.

ADMINISTER AND PLAN MOVIE INVENTORY AND BUDGET

Create Fixed Budget for year-end presentations.Draft analysis and presentations for year-end budget.Manage the cost, allocated runs and status of all films on a monthly basis.Compare actual monthly budget to planned budget. Deviations to be explained.Prepare Budget Forecasts, play–out patterns and analysis of movie budget and inventory.Maximize movie inventory allowing for festivals and star focus weekends.Schedule must maximize negotiated Deal termsAdminister all tentative dates, titles and or license fees.Process all changes on Mindpack and movie inventory.Liaise with M-Net Finance, M-Net Legal & Contracts department and Channel Manager on a continuous basis.Assist Channel Head and Schedule Planners for Africa Magic channel to plan and acquire content suitable for the channel creatively and within the budget requirements.Source Product and negotiate Deals to include all necessary and required rights includes New Media: HD, SVOD, VOD, DVB-H, Wide Screen, includes innovative Subscriber Value Adds e.g. HI and Sight Impaired where applicable.Liaise with Programme Acceptance team and Channel Head to support channels objectives.

Personal capabilities which are critical to the production of quality outputs are:

Accuracy and attention to detailA dynamic person with excellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to liaise with a diversity of people at all levelsAbility to use judgement and make decisionsEffective control of financial resourcesIs a role model for the teamGood interpersonal skillsAbility to use initiativePassion for Nigerian programming, entertainment television and an understanding of Nollywood and global media trendsTeam spirited

KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS

Relevant Business Degree (or equivalent)Financial and legal experience an advantageAt least 3 years of television experienceExtensive Movie and TV knowledge Content acquisition knowledge is a mustComputer literacy (i.e. MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel) compulsoryMindpack an advantageTravel flexibilityStrong negotiation skills

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