Job Description

Our client a leading global media business and one of the biggest creators of social content in the world is looking for a Head of Social Production to lead all aspects of video and content production across their numerous social channels.
This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the full production pipeline - from pre-production and filming, to editing, finishing and delivery - across short-form video, social series, and branded content.
The ideal candidate will have experience of managing a team of videographers, editors, producers, and freelancers, ensuring high-quality, platform-native content is always delivered efficiently and at scale. You'll work closely with creative, editorial, commercial and talent teams bringing both operational knowledge and creative understanding to the role.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the social video production team.
• Lead all technical and logistical aspects of production.
• Manage a team of editors, videographers, producers and freelancers.
• Build and maintain production systems, templates, and file management processes.
• Work with other teams to understand what's needed from a production perspective.
• Source and manage third-party production support where needed
• Monitor output quality and implement improvements in workflow, editing, and technical standards.
• Liaise with commercial teams on branded production needs - from pre-sale planning to final delivery.

Ideal Experience and Skills

• 5+ years of experience in a senior video production role, ideally within social, digital or publishing.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end production - including camera, lighting, sound, editing and file delivery.
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects etc) and modern editing workflows.
• Comfortable leading multiple projects and shoots simultaneously - with a calm, solutions-first mindset.
• Experience producing short-form content for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels and Snapchat.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and external suppliers.
• A creative eye and understanding of how video drives audience growth on social platforms.
• Knowledge of branded content production and ability to work alongside commercial teams.

In return you'll be given the opportunity to join a global media player and lead their on the social production across all channels.
Head of Social Production 100k, Excellent Benefits, West London, Onsite 4 days a week.
We regret only successful candidates will be contacted.