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Role: Head of Content

Reports to: Chief Content Officer

Contract type: Full time

Starting date: Ideally within two months, ASAP preferred

Location: Holborn, London. (Hybrid, office attendance is essential for the role)

About Novel
Novel is one of Europe’s leading independent audio production companies. Having made a name for ourselves in creating chart-topping, award-winning longform narrative shows like Kill List, The Girlfriends, Stolen Hearts and Harsh Reality, we are now producing best-in-class content for leading brands globally. We think about our industry and the world differently and we’re looking for people who do the same.

About the Role

The Head of Content (HOC) manages Novel’s Production department, working closely with the Chief Content Officer and Operations team to maximise innovation, efficiency and productivity.

The HOC will be the senior editorial representative of Novel on an evolving slate of audio and video podcasts ensuring each is of exceptional quality.

The HOC will also feed into the Development process, providing editorial and operational insight ensuring all projects are set up for creative and commercial success.

About you

Knowledgeable An extensive background in high level audio and video content across a wide range of genres and a detailed understanding of end to end production
Personable A team player, a great person to work alongside, with energy and integrity
Compassionate A highly skilled, empathetic people manager with senior management experience at departmental level
Unflappable Used to overseeing a high volume of complex audio projects for leading networks and broadcasters
Creative A highly skilled problem solver with a close eye for detail
Connected Strong pre-existing audio industry relationships in the UK and US & a network of talented freelancers
Savvy Commercial awareness for the viability of ideas and deep knowledge of audio production
Aware An understanding of how to navigate business affairs, legal considerations, compliance, IP and licencing
Focused Target driven with the ability to prioritise, to maximise opportunities and minimise challenges whilst always looking to drive up standards
Intuitive An experienced project manager with the ability to balance commercial objectives and creative production

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Management of the Production department – fostering a collaborative and innovative working environment
Line management of senior editorial team
Lead on all production resourcing & recruitment
Lead on training, performance management and career progression within the production department
Working with Senior Management to define and implement content-driven growth strategies
Collaborate with other departments (Development, Operations, Branded) to ensure alignment

Editorial Leadership

Senior editorial oversight on an evolving slate of projects – ensuring productions meet Novel’s high standards for quality, accuracy and creativity

Oversight of End-to-End Production Process

Responsible for the operational efficiency of the production team, ensuring work of the highest quality is delivered whilst hitting profitability goals (in collaboration with Operations team)
Work with Development team to ensure projects have a smooth transition into production
Collaborate with Operations team on production budgets and schedules & oversee their implementation from project kick-off to delivery
Oversight and maintenance of highest ethical and legal standards
Ensure compliance with broadcasting standards and podcast platform requirements
Client management post commission
Oversight of comprehensive review processes for content clearance and rights management
Stay ahead of industry trends, technological advancements and best practices in podcasting and digital media

How to Apply
Please complete the form below, attaching your CV and a cover note explaining what makes you right for the role. If you experience issues please email jobs@novel.audio

Please note this role is only open to those who are eligible to work in the UK.
Application deadline: End of day Monday 14th April 2025

Role: Head of Content

Reports to: Chief Content Officer

Contract type: Full time

Starting date: Ideally within two months, ASAP preferred

Location: Holborn, London. (Hybrid, office attendance is essential for the role)

About the Role

The Head of Content (HOC) manages Novel’s Production department, working closely with the Chief Content Officer and Operations team to maximise innovation, efficiency and productivity.

The HOC will be the senior editorial representative of Novel on an evolving slate of audio and video podcasts ensuring each is of exceptional quality.

The HOC will also feed into the Development process, providing editorial and operational insight ensuring all projects are set up for creative and commercial success.

About you

Knowledgeable An extensive background in high level audio and video content across a wide range of genres and a detailed understanding of end to end production
Personable A team player, a great person to work alongside, with energy and integrity
Compassionate A highly skilled, empathetic people manager with senior management experience at departmental level
Unflappable Used to overseeing a high volume of complex audio projects for leading networks and broadcasters
Creative A highly skilled problem solver with a close eye for detail
Connected Strong pre-existing audio industry relationships in the UK and US & a network of talented freelancers
Savvy Commercial awareness for the viability of ideas and deep knowledge of audio production
Aware An understanding of how to navigate business affairs, legal considerations, compliance, IP and licencing
Focused Target driven with the ability to prioritise, to maximise opportunities and minimise challenges whilst always looking to drive up standards
Intuitive An experienced project manager with the ability to balance commercial objectives and creative production

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Management of the Production department – fostering a collaborative and innovative working environment
Line management of senior editorial team
Lead on all production resourcing & recruitment
Lead on training, performance management and career progression within the production department
Working with Senior Management to define and implement content-driven growth strategies
Collaborate with other departments (Development, Operations, Branded) to ensure alignment

Editorial Leadership

Senior editorial oversight on an evolving slate of projects – ensuring productions meet Novel’s high standards for quality, accuracy and creativity

Oversight of End-to-End Production Process

Responsible for the operational efficiency of the production team, ensuring work of the highest quality is delivered whilst hitting profitability goals (in collaboration with Operations team)
Work with Development team to ensure projects have a smooth transition into production
Collaborate with Operations team on production budgets and schedules & oversee their implementation from project kick-off to delivery
Oversight and maintenance of highest ethical and legal standards
Ensure compliance with broadcasting standards and podcast platform requirements
Client management post commission
Oversight of comprehensive review processes for content clearance and rights management
Stay ahead of industry trends, technological advancements and best practices in podcasting and digital media

How to Apply
Please complete the form below, attaching your CV and a cover note explaining what makes you right for the role. If you experience issues please email jobs@novel.audio

Please note this role is only open to those who are eligible to work in the UK.
Application deadline: End of day Monday 14th April 2025

Benefits

23 days of holiday, plus Bank Holidays (Additional holiday for length of service)
+ 3 days’ company closure between Christmas and New Year
A day off for your birthday
Reset/Mental Health days
Volunteering days
Work From Anywhere allowance (for eligible roles)
Enhanced equal parental leave and pay (16 weeks)
Enhanced neonatal leave and pay
Private health insurance
Wellbeing/Mental Health Support
Life insurance and Income Protection Cover
Season ticket loan
Cycle to work scheme
Hybrid working / flexible hours
Employee Assistance Programme

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that diverse voices are essential to creating compelling podcasts. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce, and every day, we choose to be inclusive with our actions and words. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in the industry, such as women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, other minorities, and people with disabilities. We look forward to hearing from you.

We work from our central London office. We do however operate a hybrid working policy, as well as a flexible working policy around time and location, in the hope of being as accommodating to individual circumstances as possible.

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