Head of Content
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £45000 – £60000/annum
The Company
This Head of Content role is for an exciting international multimedia company who lead from the front when sourcing, creating and distributing amazing video and image content to the world’s largest media outlets.
With 6 offices on 4 continents, they have a global reach and a client base including some of the world's most popular social media pages, websites and television shows. These clients demand top quality, must-watch viral content on a daily basis and rely on our client to supply the latest breaking, hilarious, shocking and quirky viral videos that audiences want to view and share. Their in-house brands are followed by millions on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook as well as YouTube, digital-out-of-home and OTT platforms.
The Role – Head of Content/UGC
A rare opportunity has arisen in the Birmingham based UGC (User-Generated Content) team for a creative and dynamic Head of Content to lead and supercharge the amazing acquisition team. You will be an enthusiastic, highly motivated person who relishes the chance to lead from the front, with the ability to recognise what makes a great video before it goes viral, as well as having strong communication skills to lead the team and increase productivity throughout.
About You
The Head of Content will be responsible for the management and oversight of the company’s UGC department in the UK, overseeing all aspects of the department from in-house training, staff daily workflow, team productivity and growth strategy. The Head of Content will also feed into and collaborate with other internal stakeholders to fine tune and maximise output.
Responsibilities:
* Lead by example with a strong understanding in the sourcing, acquisition, and licensing of viral video content
* Communicate effectively and deliver in-house training with your acquisition team to increase staff performance in both quantity and quality.
* Analyse the viral video market to ensure that we always stay ahead of our competitors and acquire good quality UGC videos on a daily basis.
* Contribute, identify and implement initiatives and processes to ensure successful acquisition of content, overcoming any hurdles along the way.
* Ensure that all in your team carry out due diligence by identifying and verifying correct copyright holders of content.
* Successfully work both independently and collaboratively within an international team environment.
Skills and Experience:
* Knowledge and experience within content licensing, particularly UGC video acquisition.
* A track record of meeting and exceeding targets
* Great communication skills and the ability to give clear direction to your team through constructive advice and insights
* Meticulous attention to detail with a strong analytical eye to identify viral video trends and secure them in a fast paced and competitive market
Qualifications:
* Relevant degree desired but not essential
* A foreign language is preferred but not essential
* Great communication skills and ability to give clear direction to your team through constructive advice and insights is essential
* A love of all things video is essential
* Minimum 2 years media acquisition experience is essential
More Information
- Address B18, Birmingham, West Midlands (County)
