Studio Traffic and Production Manager at BDO South Africa

Primary Purpose of the Job

The purpose of the Studio, Production and Traffic Manager will be to manage the creative, digital and production traffic management processes for BDO. This role requires a deep understanding of creative processes, excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while ensuring deadlines are met.
The successful candidate will work closely with the creative team, marketing client service team and key stakeholders to deliver high quality work that meets our need. Managing the brand, creative output, workflows, timelines, budgets and resources will be crucial to ensure the team delivers high quality work which is on brand, locally and globally.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Creative process: Manage the workflow and creative production process from concept to final delivery, ensuring deadlines are met, and budgets are adhered to. Act as the primary point of contact between the creative and marketing team.
• Timelines & deadline: Create project timelines and schedules, ensuring that all team members are aware of their responsibilities and deadlines.
• Work in Progress/Status: Traffic manage all creative projects, including tracking project status and updating stakeholders on progress.
• Collaborate: Collaborate with team members and stakeholders (internal & external) to define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review project briefs, project objectives and timelines.
• Productivity: Manage the studio workflow and resources to ensure maximum productivity and efficiency. Provide regular updates to the creative team, account managers, and clients on project status, including any issues or risks.
• Quality control: Conduct quality checks on all creative work and production to ensure it meets the required brand standards and is free of errors.
• Central repository: Maintain a repository of all creative assets including digital and ensure that they are organised and easily accessible.
• Improvements: Identify opportunities for process and quality improvements, and work with the creative team to implement them.
• Brand CI: Ensure that the BDO brand standards (CI, tone of voice, etc.) are upheld.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Requirements

• 2. 5+ years of experience in creative production and traffic management, preferably within a professional services firm or business-to-business environment

Technical Competencies

• Proven experience in a similar role, managing the creative concepts, execution and production of all marketing material including digital assets.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Knowledge of project management software and tools such as Chase Software.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to conduct quality checks on all creative work.
• Knowledge of digital marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, and digital advertising.
• Knowledge of digital asset management tools and processes.
• Experience working with creative teams, including designers, writers, and developers.
• Experience working with external vendors, including printers, photographers, and video production companies.
• Understanding of the creative process and the ability to provide guidance and feedback to creative team members.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects

BDO Core Competencies

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate skills in building trust and relationships as well as fostering a collaborative working environment
• Advanced skills in professionalism, attention to detail, ability to prioritise and handle stress and being task driven and delivery focused
• Intermediate skills in being innovative and willing to share ideas for new ways of working