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Overview/Purpose We are looking for a video creator to drive continued growth of Condé Nast’s digital video business across our India operation. As Senior Director, Video, India you will work alongside Local Heads of Editorial Content and Commercial Leaders to grow a digital video business focused on local language content for Indian audiences. You will be supported by a global physical production team and Global Video Leads in the UK and US. This role is based in Mumbai and reports to the VP, Global Physical Production, Video based in the UK. The purpose of this role is to provide leadership and support to the Heads of Editorial Content on video production and execution to drive audience growth, engagement, and to support monetization Video output includes: Original, social video, and podcast content for global digital platforms (e.g. O&O, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok), with focus on social video and Global IP localization. Syndicated series for local markets. Video franchises that transcend platforms and markets Primary Responsibilities Video Planning and Production Support the day to day video planning and production for all brands in India, supporting individual Heads of Editorial Content deliver series that leverage the brands’ iconic attributes, drive audience and support monetization Produce, Direct (where needed) and ideally Edit work for reactive social content and social video originals. Manage production companies and filmmakers that are contracted to produce content for our brands. Partner with Global Production and Post Production leaders to ensure video series are delivered on time, to budget and to a high standard Collaborate continuously with Audience and Finance Leadership to track and evaluate editorial video performance against KPIs and pivot programming and development strategy, as required, to deliver to business objectives Inspire and support local editorial video teams to be relentless with premium storytelling development and execution, bringing fresh perspective to both the content itself and the people, processes and workflows behind it (e.g. rough cut notes, team screenings) Motivate world-beating ideation and iteration, leveraging a foundation of existing successful formats and IP while also exploring new digital video frontiers with a view to building on Condé Nast’s established reputation as the leading storyteller and global media entertainment business. Leadership Exhibit and set a culture of professionalism and results-oriented purpose, leading the team with practical optimism, a collaborative spirit and resourceful attitude with stakeholders across Condé Nast Manage freelancers and local production partners. Collaborate closely with relevant Condé Nast market editorial and business leadership teams to deliver across unified Condé Nast KPI objectives Partner with Global Physical Production to help establish workflows from inception to execution that deliver quality and exceptional storytelling, consistent communication, swift decision-making, efficient budgeting, scheduling and deadline enforcement Create new processes for clear communication and strategy around video programming, aligning it directly with editorial calendars and goals. Lead by example: setting the expectations for directors, producers, editors by being hands on in execution to set a tone for excellence. Essential Skills & Requirements A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the digital media and TV network space as a professional and capable leader with inclusive style that garners respect and trust across stakeholders and team members. Production experience mandatory Proven ability to operate with a high level of resilience, manage a heavy workload and prioritize appropriately to deliver to both immediate and longer term business goals. Entrepreneurial, strategic and holistic mindset, eagerness to learn and build, and a reputation as an innovative, adaptable and proactive “doer” with desire to differentiate Condé Nast from the competition Established creative sensibility, with soup to nuts experience in concept creation and execution of digital video series with culture-defining attributes and that have driven deep, organic engagement across multiple platforms; extensive experience providing creative evaluation, advice and feedback Knowledge of internet culture and wide digital video landscape (e.g. and not exclusive to YouTube, Facebook, Instagram), the unique elements of each video platform and what makes particular videos successful on those platforms Proven ability to proactively identify and implement effective solutions to problems and to create infrastructure from whole cloth while under intense security and time pressure Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise and meet deadlines Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and oral) with an emotionally intelligent communication style Successful experience navigating matrixed organizations Experience within a start-up or new line of business within a large, highly leveraged company Familiarity with the brands and businesses of Condé Nast Show more Show less
