Production Agency Lead

The Social Agency
Full-timeBarnes Pl, Colombo 00700, Sri LankaLKR 100,000 - 120,000/month

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Production Agency Lead to oversee all production-related activities within our agency. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end production process, from ideation to execution, ensuring the highest quality standards and timely delivery. This role requires strong leadership, project management, and creative skills to guide a team of producers, videographers, editors, and designers. The Production Agency Lead will play a key role in ensuring that all productions align with client objectives, budgets, and timelines while maintaining the agency’s creative vision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all production operations, from concept to delivery, ensuring projects meet client expectations and deadlines.
  • Manage and allocate resources effectively, including coordinating with creative teams, freelancers, and third-party vendors.
  • Develop production timelines, budgets, and workflows to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Liaise with clients to understand project goals, provide updates, and ensure that all production efforts align with their vision.
  • Ensure quality control across all production outputs, including video shoots, post-production, and final deliverables.
  • Collaborate closely with the creative and marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to the production team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability.
  • Troubleshoot any production challenges, managing risks, and providing solutions to keep projects on track.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, production technologies, and best practices to continuously improve the agency’s production capabilities.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a production lead or similar role within an agency, production house, or creative environment.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
  • Expertise in managing video production, from pre-production through post-production.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a proven track record of managing teams and working with clients.
  • Solid understanding of budgeting and resource allocation in production environments.
  • Creative problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with production tools and software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, project management tools).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in digital content production, particularly for social media, branded content, and advertising.
  • Knowledge of emerging production technologies and trends (e.g., AR/VR, 360° video, live streaming).
  • Understanding of the digital marketing landscape and how production contributes to overall marketing objectives.
  • Experience with remote or hybrid production environments.
  • Familiarity with post-production workflows and best practices for optimizing the final deliverables for different platforms.
  • Experience in leading creative and technical teams in high-pressure environments.
  • Knowledge of licensing, intellectual property rights, and compliance issues related to media production.

Why Join Us?

  • Leadership role with the opportunity to shape the agency’s production vision and strategy.
  • Collaborate with top-tier clients and deliver high-impact projects.
  • Competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Creative and dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration.

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