14 Television jobs in South Africa

Job Summary

The Material Planner is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials and components required for production while optimizing inventory levels and minimizing costs. This role involves collaborating with various departments, including procurement, production, and physical logistics, to develop and maintain effective material planning strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure material availability and resolve any supply chain issues.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust material plans accordingly to meet changing demands.
• Conduct regular reviews of inventory and material usage to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports on material availability, inventory levels, and production schedules for management review.
• Responsible for checking the correctness of EDI releases sent out weekly.
• Master data maintenance on new, run out and future parts.
• Responsibility to reduce any obsolete materials by checking and investigating of flashability, sellback, deviations, etc.
• Coordination of supplier agreements within the scope of the customer ordering process, and assurance of the correct supply date and supply method.
• Responsibility for smooth transitions of change management implementation and support therefore by ensuing that the correct parts are available on the right date.
• Lead, coordinate and participate in continuous improvement projects that have impact on material planning processes.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and process improvements.

Qualifications

• IT ,Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or Logistics Degree.
• 3+ years of experience in Material Planning and Transportation.
• 3+ years of experience in logistics operations.
• Proficient knowledge and experience in JIX concepts and systems.
• Proficient knowledge and experience in SAP, MM module, SRM, PS-BOM HUB.
• Experience in new model run in/out.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in planning and reporting.

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Job Summary

The Material Planner is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials and components required for production while optimizing inventory levels and minimizing costs. This role involves collaborating with various departments, including procurement, production, and physical logistics, to develop and maintain effective material planning strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure material availability and resolve any supply chain issues.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust material plans accordingly to meet changing demands.
• Conduct regular reviews of inventory and material usage to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports on material availability, inventory levels, and production schedules for management review.
• Responsible for checking the correctness of EDI releases sent out weekly.
• Master data maintenance on new, run out and future parts.
• Responsibility to reduce any obsolete materials by checking and investigating of flashability, sellback, deviations, etc.
• Coordination of supplier agreements within the scope of the customer ordering process, and assurance of the correct supply date and supply method.
• Responsibility for smooth transitions of change management implementation and support therefore by ensuing that the correct parts are available on the right date.
• Lead, coordinate and participate in continuous improvement projects that have impact on material planning processes.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Degree in IT, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or Logistics.
• 3+ years of experience in Material Planning and Transportation.
• 3+ years of experience in logistics operations.
• Proficient knowledge and experience in JIX concepts and systems.
• Proficient knowledge and experience in SAP, MM module, SRM, PS-BOM HUB.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in planning and reporting.

Role: Media Account Manager
Department: Media
Reporting to: Group Account Director
Location: Bucharest

Overview: The Media Account Manager ensures that client requirements are correctly translated into the strategy and implementation of integrated media communication campaigns, respecting contractual terms. S/he also maintains contact with the client and actively contributes to the provision of effective and innovative integrated media communication solutions ensuring their consistency, accuracy, and timely delivery so as to achieve the performance indicators agreed with the clients.

1. Strategic planning: agrees with the client agency objectives, is involved in team coordination, sets communication objectives for the client.
2. Client account management: is responsible for maintaining a successful relationship with the client.
3. New business: contributes to the agency's new business projects.
4. Team management and team collaboration.

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing/Media/Communications; OR equivalent professional work experience.
2. + 3 years of account management experience.
3. Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Detail-oriented with exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
7. Ability to multi-task, work successfully with teams, and work under pressure.
8. Excellent time-management skills.

1. Flexible hybrid-work model.
2. Light Friday.
3. Medical subscription and health insurance.
4. Full access to WPP international training and development programmes.
5. Access to WPP benefits, applicable worldwide.
6. Internal and external mobility.
7. A great team, passionate about working together but also having fun together.

Applications will be processed continuously. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Detail:The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in Corporate, Television, Multicam, and Eventing sectors too. This role will also serve as the deputy to the CEO, contributing to strategic growth and ensuring operational excellence across all projects.

Responsibilities:
- Ensure client expectations are clearly understood and exceeded.
- Translate client briefs into actionable plans.
- Lead production teams across multiple projects.
- Source and negotiate supplier quotes.
- Coordinate logistics, including crew, equipment, travel, accommodation, and catering.
- Oversee post-production ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
- Develop and manage production budgets.
- Oversee all stages of production for quality control purposes.
- Support the CEO in production planning and delivery.

Qualifications:
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in multitasking and handling high-pressure projects.
- Previous full-time production/eventing experience.
- Strong team management experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and conversational skills.
- Familiarity with production software, tools, and AI.
- High degree of attention to detail.

Salary: R50,000 – R65,000 Gross per month, depending on experience and skillset.

Our client, one of SA’s leading film, TV, video and AV companies, is on the hunt for a dynamic energetic Salesperson, a HUNTER by nature, to join their team,  where hard work, team collaboration and fun are at the forefront of their culture. They are dedicated to delivering innovative and high-quality services to some of SA’s Biggest Blue-chip corporates and agencies; and are currently seeking a highly motivated and results-driven sales executive to join their team.

They specialise in Advertising-Funded Programming , a model where brands sponsor high-quality, reality-based television shows. Instead of placing a traditional 30-second commercial, the brand becomes part of the story — woven into the narrative in a way that resonates with audiences, strengthens brand loyalty, and delivers measurable return on investment. Their AFP projects create authentic, meaningful connections between brands and viewers through the realm of “Advertainment”, offering a more engaging alternative to standard advertising.

The candidate will champion the growth of their AFP initiatives within the broader sales function, focussing on actively identifying and converting opportunities for branded reality-style programming , building strategic partnerships, and closing high-value deals . You’ll work closely with our creative and production teams to develop compelling shows that align to relevant brands.

This role is perfect for a relationship-focused sales leader with the determination to pursue complex, long-cycle deals — someone who values long-term strategic wins and significant commission potential over quick-turn, transactional sales.

Requirements:

• Identify, engage, and build relationships with brands and agencies that would benefit from branded programming
• Educate prospective clients on the AFP model, its audience benefits, and its strategic ROI
• Collaborate with the creative and production teams to develop tailored, impactful proposals
• Present and pitch innovative program ideas to senior marketing decision-makers
• Recommend suitable platforms and channels, supporting recommendations with research and audience data
• Manage the full sales process from prospecting to closing, maintaining a healthy, long-term pipeline
• Cultivate enduring client partnerships that support repeat and future projects

Candidates that will be considered will be confident in cold outreach, identifying and closing new business opportunities, and generating their own leads. This needs to be your core strength, not just a sideline to account management.

They offer a competitive salary package of basic + an excellent commission structure as well as ongoing training, networking and development opportunities, and a supportive and collaborative working environment.

Our Client, a global Multi-award-winning film, TV, Video & Audio visual production company, is on the hunt for a detail-obsessed, articulate, and incredibly organised Senior Producer with a passion for producing world-class content, managing multiple concurrent productions seamlessly, and leading teams with confidence and heart.

This super hardworking individual must have a proven track record in the Corporate, Television, Multicam, and Eventing sectors . In addition to running high-end productions, this role will also serve as the second-in-command (2IC) to the CEO , playing a critical part in driving strategic growth and ensuring operational excellence across all projects.

The successful candidate will:

• Serve as lead Client Liaison, ensuring client expectations are clearly understood and exceeded
• Interpret client briefs and translate them into deliverable action plans
• Manage and lead the production teams across multiple simultaneous projects
• Source and negotiate supplier quotations
• Coordinate crew, equipment, travel, accommodation, catering, and logistics
• Create and manage detailed production schedules and call sheets
• Oversee the post-production process, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
• Develop and manage production budgets and financial tracking
• Lead internal production meetings, client status meetings, and contractor briefings
• Ensure quality control across all stages of production
• Identify and manage potential production risks
• Strategically support the CEO in production planning and delivery
• Provide daily production and financial status reports to the CEO
• Contribute to the creative process and help shape production innovation
• Oversee resource allocation (crew, gear, budget) across productions

• Prior full-time production experience is essential
• Leadership: Strong team management with experience
• Excellent conversational and interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence
• Ability to multitask and juggle multiple high-pressure projects with precision
• Exceptional attention to detail and outstanding memory
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with production software/tools and AI
• Extremely dedicated, hard-working, and solution-driven
• A burning passion to create magic and grow within a thriving production company
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure
• Fast, efficient work ethic
• Attentive listener with strong memory and comprehension
• Obsessed with detail – nothing gets missed
• Resourceful, proactive, and initiative-driven
• Adaptable, quick to learn, and a natural leader
• Warm, personable, and great with people
• A true team player who motivates those around them
• Passionate about the industry and committed to excellence