Head of Production

Powerhouse is a leading creative content production agency, shooting content for some of the world’s leading brands, and their agencies. We started with the ambition to create an environment where everybody enjoys coming to work, and where we do our best work – it’s simple, it worked, and our clients love us for it.

Are you ready to lead and shape the future of creative content production? We’re looking for a dynamic and visionary Head of Production to oversee our creative delivery team, driving projects from concept to completion, and ensuring all efforts align with the business strategic direction and goals.

As the Head of Production, you will be at the helm of our creative delivery team, orchestrating the seamless delivery of content production. Your role spans leadership, production delivery, process optimisation, and leading on sustainable production practices. You will contribute to ensuring that every project surpasses expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Leadership: As part of the SLT, lead a talented team of creative and production professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Creative Production Delivery: Oversee the end-to-end creative delivery process, ensuring projects meet and exceed client expectations.
• Process Optimisation: Collaborate across teams to establish efficient and effective processes, enhancing the creative delivery of projects.
• Reporting: Provide insightful operational reports to the Senior Leadership Team, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Creative Producing: Manage own projects when required, ensuring seamless execution.
• Project Profitability: Monitor profitability KPIs across projects in alignment with our Client Services team.
• Resource Management and Planning: Internal and external , sourcing and managing external supply contracts & freelance roster.
• Sustainable Production: Champion best practices in sustainable creative production methods, contributing to a greener future.

Who are we looking for? 

We seek a seasoned professional who not only embodies leadership excellence but also holds a proven record as a production expert.

• Leadership Excellence: Beyond a managerial role, we’re in search of a true leader— adept at steering teams through change.  Your ability to inspire, guide, and mentor is integral to the fabric of your leadership.
• Production Virtuoso: With a formidable background in producing photography, video, TV and crafting compelling social content, you’ve proven your mettle. Your expertise spans the high-volume, routine shoots through to large scale and complex projects, showcasing a mastery of the intricacies within the production process.
• Self-Management: Proactive, resilient, adaptable, and capable of handling complex situations with a proactive approach to your own learning and development.
• Interpersonal Skills: You will pride yourself on your excellent verbal and written communication and your natural ability to build effective working relationships.

 Sounds interesting? 

We care about what we do, have high standards, don’t compromise on quality, and understand that we work better as a team. If this sounds like you then show us how you embody these values in abundance! In return we offer you:

• Agile Working Policy: Flexibility to choose when and where you work.
• Christmas Shutdown: In addition to your holiday allowance.
• Profit Share Scheme: When the company thrives, so do you.
• Wellbeing: Bupa Health Cash Plan covering essential healthcare expenses, access to a virtual GP and EAP.
• Vibrant Social Events: Including quarterly activities, summer and Christmas parties.
• Free Refreshments: Enjoy great food and refreshments in our 7 studio kitchens.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Contribute to our B Corp accreditation journey and carbon emission reduction efforts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Encouraging eco-friendly transportation.
• Giving Back Opportunities: Partnering with local charities and education programs to promote careers in the creative sector.
• Equally Creative – Powerhouse celebrates diversity and inclusivity and strives to be a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

I’m in! How do I apply?

To apply please click the link below to send your CV and cover letter telling us why you are interested in the role, what sets you apart from the competition and your salary expectations. We don’t want ‘generic’ applications. You’re unique, so tell us why.