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Join to apply for the Head of Production role at The Local ProjectJoin to apply for the Head of Production role at The Local ProjectThe Local Project is Australia, New Zealand, and North America''s fastest growing design publication, celebrating extraordinary local design to our global community. With a focus on uncovering and understanding the impact that design makes on everyday experiences, The Local Project celebrates honest and human-centred design through premium print, digital, editorial, video and social content, with over 100,000,000+ impressions per month across our owned, operated and third-party platforms.In 2024 we launched The Local Production, a full-service specialist agency focused on creating content to truly elevate brands. Harnessing expert knowledge and skills, we specialise in delivering strategic excellence and creative brilliance.The Head of Production will have overall accountability for our production output. Forming part of the leadership group, this fast paced and varied role will cover strategy, people management, delivery and process improvement.Some of the things you''ll be working on...Contribute heavily to The Local Production strategy, processes and delivery to ensure we are providing a world class experience for internal and external clients.Managing the day to day operations of the full inhouse production team including video editors, producers and videographers.Build career pathway frameworks for the production department, set objectives and manage performance reviews whilst remaining hands on through regular 121s, coaching and mentorship to ensure the team is happy, healthy, and engaged.Managing top-tier/high pressure clients with professionalism and confidence.Review and refresh The Local Production processes, workflows and tooling to ensure we are meeting industry best practices.As part of the senior leadership team youll represent production in planning sessions, partnering with other Head Of stakeholders, ensuring that issues are raised and addressed appropriately and that team cohesion remains strong.Experience you''ll need...Previous experience as a Head of Production or similar in a media production company. Youll understand the intricacies and nuances of a fast-paced media business that focuses on high quality content.People management: proven experience building and leading highly efficient and engaged teams. Youll understand the importance of career progression and youll be able to talk confidently to previous experiences growing and promoting those around you.Process improvement: Youll be able to share multiple examples of times that your ideas have boosted efficiency for the team and business.Technical knowledge: Youll understand the technical aspects of video production and are confident engaging with shooters, producers and editors on various topics.Commercial knowledge: Youll understand the business side of media production and can take a holistic approach to strategy planning, revenue generation and budget management.Attitude and behaviours: Superior communication skills with a natural ability to guide and influence stakeholders of all seniority.We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any race, sexual orientation, gender, age or ethnicity, and those who are culturally or linguistically diverse, gender diverse, neuro-diverse or living with a disability.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionProductionIndustriesMedia ProductionReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Local Project by 2xGet notified about new Head of Production jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.Sydney, New South Wales, Australia A$130,000.00-A$145,000.00 1 day agoHead of Production- Operable Walls, Acoustic Solutions Portable PartitionsNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSurry Hills, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 23 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoExpression of Interest - Head of CompositingSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 months agoPyrmont, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoOperational Risk Director/Executive Manager, Financial Markets - Global BankSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$230,000.00-A$280,000.00 3 weeks agoFrontline Operations Director (Affirmative measure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment)Expression of Interest - Head of Environments and GeneralistsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 months agoSenior Editor / Video Production Specialist (Virtual Reality)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoPM Kitchen Operations Manager Fresh Food Production (3pm12am, MonFri)Chemistry Laboratory and Stability Program SupervisorOld Toongabbie, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoDirector Port & Rail Freight Operations (Permanent Opportunity)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoBusiness Development Manager - Fleet BrandingSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSenior Lecturer Entertainment Business Management (EBM)Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSenior Trade Marketing & Communications ExecutiveTrading Production Engineering Team LeadGreater Sydney Area A$180,000.00-A$200,000.00 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 months agoProduction Software Engineering Team LeadSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 months agoKurnell, New South Wales, Australia A$60,000.00-A$70,000.00 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 hours agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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