Talent Spur Advisory Ongoing Employment Opportunities

Talent Spur Advisory – Our client is a dynamic Content and Media Technology company that creates, curates, and distributes content that matters to viewers. They are bold and daring, exploring untold stories and investing in technology that allows for innovative distribution across the African continent and globally. With revenue derived from productions for third parties, advertising and sponsorship sales, airtime sales, licensing of original productions, and affiliates’ partner Stations.

They value authenticity, relevance, and optimism to guide its engagement with stakeholders. They provide the right platform, speaking to an aspirational audience at the right time. With an objective to be the most-watched FTA channel with the widest footprint across Africa, connecting viewers in Africa and the diaspora with diverse programming including an exclusive line-up of dramas and comedies, soaps, relevant news, local sports, documentaries, and educational and kids’ programming. Developing content that celebrates the diversity of African cultures and nurtures conversations that promote Africa.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Content Creator

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract (Fully Onsite)
Reports To; Digital Marketting / Social Media Manager
Works & Interacts With: Stakeholders; (Team Members, Marketing Team)

The Role

• We are seeking a Creative and Innovative Content Creator to join our growing company.
• As a Content Creator, You will be responsible for creating high-quality and engaging novel content for marketing purposes, and client/ customer engagement to build and grow brand presence organically.
• To be successful in this position, you’ll be a self-starter, capable of delivering brilliant creative ideas, showing apt attention to detail, and ultimately be able to create exceptional content to promote

Work Location:

• Corporate Office at Ikeja and Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, and any other project location, as may be required to complete work responsibilities.

Contract Type:

• Fixed-term Contract Employment for 12 months, with an opportunity to be retained as a permanent employee, or contract renewed given satisfactory performance and completion of key milestones and KPI Deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Writing, Creating, Reviewing, Editing, and Updating content, for the company websites, blogs, marketing materials, and any other platforms as may be required.
• Carry out research and interview to learn more about current trends, developments, and perceptions within the industry, and then contextualize findings.
• Support the creative and marketing team with concepts and designs for promotional materials.
• Collaborate with internal departments to develop campaign objectives, complete tasks, and identify and close problem gaps.
• Utilize data from monitoring the market insight, observing industry competitors/ peers, social media, and company social platforms to inform content strategy.
• Research and recommend innovative and novel approaches to promote the company, create content to build brand awareness, and organically grow brand following.

About You:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in preferably in English, Marketing, Mass Communication, Marketing, or a related field, from an accredited University.
• Proven track record of excellence and 3+ years of experience working experience with developing creative and engaging content.
• A Portfolio of applicable outputs.
• Experience within the media and entertainment industry is required.
• Ability to Use, Understand or Apply:
• SEO Best practices.

Ability to / Demonstrate:

• Excellence in writing, proofreading, and editing.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• The capacity to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work efficiently without compromising quality or accuracy.
• Creative, artistic skills and innovation in delivering and producing concepts and ideas.
• Effective Time Management and efficient at working in a fast-paced environment.
• Optimism, with a dogged and never-give-up attitude.
• Excellent written and oral communication (ability to speak aptly, concisely, and coherently).
• Great interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Give and receive constructive criticism.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Effectively work independently and with a flexible routine.

Benefits

• Salary: N180,000 – N250,000 Gross Monthly (The final offer to be decided by the level of expertise, qualification, and capacity).
• Industry competitive package: salary and performance-linked bonus and opportunity to work with a highly creative and innovative team.

Application Closing Date
25th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application / CV to: [email protected] using “Content Creator” as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Videographer & Editor

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract (Fully Onsite)
Reports To: Head, Studio Operations
Works & Interacts With: Project Stakeholders; (Management, Team Members, Project Manager)

The Role

• We are seeking a Videographer & Editor to join our growing company.
• You will be responsible for filming high quality footage, and reviewing all audio and visual footage, assembling, transferring, or uploading raw footage to a computer for review, and creating the best output by cutting and connecting various footage, adding sound effects, and graphics, and fine-tuning the completed content into one cohesive video or film.
• To be successful in this position, you’ll be a self-starter, capable of delivering brilliant creative ideas, and show apt attention to detail.

Work Location:

• Corporate Office at Ikeja and Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, and any other project location, as may be required to complete work responsibilities.

Contract Type:

• Fixed-term Contract Employment for 12 months, with an opportunity to be retained as a permanent employee, or contract renewed given satisfactory performance and completion of key milestones and KPI Deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality footage by engaging in filming, color correction, editing, and sound audit.
• Ensures that the overall job quality matches the project brief by analyzingand understand the project brief, capture all relevant brief specified data, as well as paying critical attention to brand profiling (capture/ visualize brand look & feel e.g., logo, colors & fonts).
• Carry out pre & post-production function by ensuring that Produce content for TV & digital platforms meet optimal quality standards and are error-free. (Sound is properly mixed, no spelling mistakes, Overall Video Edit).
• Joining the production brief meetings, and ensuring understanding of the production vision for each project.
• Review raw footage to ascertain the shoot list.
• Manipulating film and video footage by utilizing modern editing techniques.
• Maintaining continuity while moving shots according to the scene standard.
• Trimming footage and aligning rough content.
• Insert dialog, sound effects, music, graphic content, and special effects to improve video quality.
• Improving and correcting lighting, coloring, and faulty footage.
• Ensuring the project follows a logical sequence and Liaising with the production team and director to present a final cut that matches the production brief or script.

About You

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from any accredited university. Training in Video Production and editing software such as Final Cut Pro and others is required.
• Proven track record of excellence and 3+ years of experience working with Film and Video.
• A creative individual with a background in Media, Art, Communication, Photography, and Videography. The ideal applicant should have a mix of these backgrounds to be able to understand the rudiments in producing a finished quality film or video.
• Industry experience in media and entertainment is required.

Ability to Use, Understand or Apply:

• Advanced knowledge of videgraphy, sound audit, editing software, such as; Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro X, Avid Media Composer, Lightworks, and Premier.
• Artistic editing techniques and the ability to create finished, broadcast-worthy projects that accurately reflect the vision of the production director.
• 3D Composition and Special Effect.

Ability to / Demonstrate:

• Proficiency in the use of editing software programs.
• General understanding of computers, and digital equipment.
• A clear understanding of each project brief, film and video production, corporate identity and branding, advertising, and multimedia design.
• Ability to take and follow directions, while also having a creative eye for improvements.
• Creative, artistic skills and innovation in delivering and producing concepts and ideas.
• Effective Time Management and efficient at working in a fast-paced environment.
• Optimism, with a dogged and never-give-up attitude.
• Excellent written and oral communication (ability to speak aptly, concisely, and coherently).
• Great interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Give and receive constructive criticism.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Effectively work independently and with a flexible routine.

Benefits
Salary: N180,000 – N250,000 Gross Monthly (The final offer to be decided by the level of expertise, qualification, and capacity).

Application Closing Date
25th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using “Videographer and Editor” as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract (Fully Onsite)
Reports To: MD
Direct Report: Account Payable & Receivable Officers, Account Assistant & Financial Analyst
Works & Interacts With: with the Finance team and other members of the TWN Network

The Role

• We are seeking to hire an experienced Finance Manager to join our client’s growing company.
• As a Finance Manager, you will manage and ensure the organization’s financial health, by aligning with the Head of Finance on financial strategies and planning for the long-term financial goal of the organization. You will analyze everyday financial activities and provide advice and guidance to upper management on future financial plans.
• To be successful in this position, you’ll be a self-starter, have impeccable commercial awareness, and have a keen interest in helping to achieve organizational growth.

Work Location:

• Corporate Office at Ikeja and Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, and any other project location, as may be required to complete work responsibilities.

Contract Type:

• Fixed-term Contract Employment for 12 months, with an opportunity to be retained as a permanent employee, or contract renewed given satisfactory performance and completion of key milestones and KPI Deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate ways to improve profitability and analyze markets for business opportunities.
• Manage the daytoday financial operations within the company (Account Payables and receivables such as; Payroll, Invoicing, Procurement, Project financing, etc.)
• Ensure tax compliance and liaise with relevant regulatory bodies for periodical audits and remittances and fillings.
• Collaborate with other departments on project analysis, validation of plans, and adhoc requests, ensuring profitability on every project.
• Plan, organize, and execute financial tasks and projects for the organization.
• Make estimates of funds required for the short and longterm financial objectives of the organization.
• Complete financial reports, monitor accounts, lead the monthend closing process, and conduct monthly financial forecasts.
• Develop and implement plans for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Achieve a proper mix of equity and debt to minimize cost and maximize operational profit.
• Strategize on fund procurement through banks and other financial institutions.
• Prudently make investments in assets that maximize returns.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to drive the business performance of the organization.
• Manage and monitor metrics, KPI tracking, and reports.
• Evaluate the financial performance of the organization and measure returns on investments.
• Understand and calculate the risks involved in the financial activities of the organization.

About You

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from any accredited university.
• Professional Certifications with CIMA, ACCA, and ICAN. Other relevant advance and professional training are desirable.
• Proven track record of excellence and 6+ years of experience as aFinance Manager, with management experience in a startup environment.
• Relevant industry experience in Media and Entertainment industry is desirable.

Ability to Use, Understand or Apply:

• Proficiency with Accounting Software and other financial planning software.
• In-depth understanding of the entire Microsoft office suite, and other Google systems.
• Advanced Proficiency with Financial reporting and data mining tools such as Excel, SQL and Access etc.

Ability to / Demonstrate:

• Synthesize large complex data into actionable information.
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.
• In-depth Analytical thought process to effectively conceptualize situations and solve problems.
• A keen eye for detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent people, conflict management, business judgment/awareness, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership skills and the ability to inspire confidence and dedication.
• Effective Time Management and efficiency at working and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced quickly changing environment.
• Optimism, with a dogged and never-give-up attitude.
• Professional written and oral communication (ability to speak aptly, concisely, and coherently) and excellent report writing and presentation.
• Great interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Give and receive constructive criticism.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Can work effectively independently and with a flexible work routine.

Benefits
Salary: N600,000 – N800,000 Gross Monthly (The final offer to be decided by the level of expertise, qualification, and capacity).

Application Closing Date
25th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application / CV to: [email protected] using “Finance Manager” as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Marketing and Business Development Strategy Manager

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract (Fully Onsite)
Reports To: Chief Commercial Officer
Direct Report: Marketing and Business Development Unit
Works & Interacts With: All Commercial Business Units, Stakeholders (Investors, Partners, C-level Executives, Senior Management, and the entire TWN Team)

The Role

• We are seeking a marketing and business development expert to join our growing company, to drive company revenue by identifying across the group, profitable business opportunities and developing long-term business growth strategies.
• This is a senior management position and the holder will design and develop the group’s business development and marketing strategy, implement marketing and revenue expansion plans, recommend ways to improve operations planning, ensure the effective management of overall customer experience, satisfaction, and retention, ensuring revenue growth throughout the group.
• The role holder will evaluate the market position, assess business risks by analyzing forecasts, industry insight, market trends, financial statistical and economic data, identify competitive advantage, drive cross-functional processes, and maintain business model innovation.
• To succeed in this position, one must clearly understand the role, be focused on planning, growth, and business model innovation objectives, and display sound judgment on which business strategy to apply for success.
• Furthermore, the Marketing and Business Development Strategy Manager, Guarantees the seamless business operations of the company, leading and driving growth initiatives within the Marketing and Business Development team across all business units; (Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda).

Work Location:

• Corporate Office at Ikeja and Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, and any other project location, as may be required to complete work responsibilities.

Contract Type:

• Fixed-term Contract Employment for 12 months, with an opportunity to be retained as a permanent employee, or contract renewed given satisfactory performance and completion of key milestones and KPI Deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Developing a marketing plan and business growth strategy by collaborating with marketing unit team, commercial business unit heads, the entire leadership team, and the board.
• Build solid relationships with customers, vendors, distributors, and partners as well as sales and marketing team.
• Analyzing market dynamics, market share changes, product line performance, and competitive intelligence.
• Identifying key capital projects, joint ventures, potential M&A targets, and other strategic partnership opportunities.
• Identifying strategic risks, and new business opportunities, and monitoring the execution of business initiatives.
• Directing marketing efforts by presenting market research, and recommending strategies to grow market reach.
• Assessing marketing operations and recommending improvement where needed.
• Preparing all documentation required for requests for proposals (RFPs).
• Communicating strategy effectively throughout the company, ensuring that the most suitable metrics are in place to measure the performance and revenue growth of each business unit and the entire group’s business performance, brand awareness, market reach, and marketing initiatives.
• Researching emerging trends and recommending new company offerings to secure client satisfaction and retention.
• Developing and managing strategic partnerships to grow business and presenting marketing opportunities to key stakeholders.
• Ensure timely recognition and reward of top-performing business units, and implement performance management for the entire division.
• Build strong and collaborative relationships with other internal stakeholders.
• Selecting automation software to optimize the processes for improved productivity, and oversee the development of Marketing and Business Development operational SOPs and process flow, and ensuring the division’s compliance with internal and external regulations.

About You

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from any accredited university.
• A Master’s Degree in Business Management from any accredited university (preferably an MBA).
• Advanced or professional course or degree in, marketing, business development, business management, etc.
• Proven track record of excellence and 8+ years of experience in business management, with a minimum of 4+ years’ experience in a senior management position providing strategic leadership and direction for growing the business and revenue objectives.
• Industry experience in media and entertainment is required.

Ability to Use, Understand or Apply:

• Various software including calendar and schedule management, word processing, spreadsheet, databases, and presentation software.
• Research, Data modeling, Business Performance Dashboards, and Business Analytics.
• In-depth understanding of the entire Microsoft Office suite, and other Google systems.

Ability to / Demonstrate:

• Creativity and innovation in delivering and producing concepts/ideas and in handling impromptu or unplanned situations.
• Proactiveness to foresee situations and act effectively.
• Excellent people and conflict management, with exceptional analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership skills and the ability to inspire confidence and dedication.
• Effective Time Management and efficiency at working and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced quickly changing environment.
• Optimism, with a dogged and never-give-up attitude.
• Professional/Outstanding written and oral communication (ability to speak aptly, concisely, and coherently).
• Great interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Give and receive constructive criticism.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Can work effectively independently and with a flexible work routine.
• Available to travel.

Benefits

• Salary: N450,000 – N600,000 Gross Monthly (The final offer to be decided by the level of expertise, qualification, and capacity).
• Industry competitive package: salary and performance-linked bonus.

Application Closing Date
25th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using “Marketing and Business Development Strategy Manager” as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Motion and Still Graphics Designer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract (Fully Onsite)
Reports To: Head, Studio Operations
Works & Interacts With: Project Stakeholders; (Management, Team Members, Project Manager)

The Role

• We are seeking a Graphic Designer to join our growing company. As a Graphic Designer, You will be designing a wide variety of things across digital and offline media. To be successful in this position, you’ll be a self-starter, capable of delivering brilliant creative ideas, and show amazing attention to detail.

Work Location:

• Corporate Office at Ikeja and Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, and any other project location, as may be required to complete work responsibilities.

Contract Type:

• Fixed-term Contract Employment for 12 months, with an opportunity to be retained as a permanent employee, or contract renewed given satisfactory performance and completion of key milestones and KPI Deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Planning concepts by studying relevant information and materials.
• Illustrating concepts by designing examples of art arrangement, size, type size, and style and submitting them for approval.
• Preparing finished art by operating necessary equipment and software.
• Coordinating with outside agencies, art services, web designers, marketing, printers, and colleagues as necessary.
• Contributing to team efforts by accomplishing tasks as needed.
• Communicating with clients about layout and design.
• Creating a wide range of graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites with software such as Photoshop.
• Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements when necessary.

About You

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from any accredited university.
• Proven track record of excellence and 3+ years of experience in Graphic Design.
• Industry experience in media and entertainment is relevant.

Ability to Use, Understand or Apply:

• Advanced knowledge of desktop publishing tools, including Photoshop, InDesign Quark, and Illustrator.
• Effectively execute still and motion graphics designs
• Microsoft office suite, computer-aided design, and other Google systems.
• Marketing, production, website design, corporate identity, product packaging, advertisements, and multimedia design.

Ability to / Demonstrate:

• Graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
• Creative and Innovative visual composition.
• A clear understanding of each project brief, digital marketing, production, website design, corporate identity and branding, advertising, and multimedia design.
• Excellent people and conflict management, with exceptional Decision making and leadership skills and the ability to inspire confidence and dedication.
• Creativity and innovation in delivering and producing concepts and ideas.
• Effective Time Management and efficient at working in a fast-paced environment.
• Optimism, with a dogged and never-give-up attitude.
• Excellent written and oral communication (ability to speak aptly, concisely, and coherently).
• Great interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Give and receive constructive criticism.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effectively work independently and with a flexible routine.

Benefits

• Salary: N150,000 – N200,000 Gross Monthly (The final offer to be decided by the level of expertise, qualification, and capacity).
• Industry competitive package: salary and performance-linked bonus.

Application Closing Date
25th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using “Motion and Still Graphics Designer” as the subject of the mail.