Makematic partner with amazing brands and institutions like Amazon Studios, Adobe, and Oxford University Press to craft exceptional video and animated content for educators and learners worldwide. We are seeking an Online Producer/Director to join the team in a freelance and remote capacity.

As an Online Producer / Director you'll take your project from concept through to completion. Covering all aspects from development; concepts and instructional design, through to script-writing, directing & editing the final pieces. You'll also work with our team of talented animators to add a layer of 2d animation to your films.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years industry experience, along with a savvy knowledge of online video creation, is essential. A passion & experience in either history and/or children's education is a must.

We'd particularly like to hear from candidates experienced in producing for animation and in an educational space. You'll have an amazing portfolio of work and a well-honed understanding of what it takes to make short form content engaging, memorable and impactful.

Remote working required.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage the production workflow from concept to delivery on assigned projects with all key stakeholders - ext. and int.
Translate, manage, and reflect partner brands correctly
Follow and utilise standardised Makematic task management documents and platforms throughout all productions
Develop creative treatments and owning the creative vision for every project
Have much experience in hiring talent such as actors and voice over artist
Direct and manage on set live action filming, along with self recordings supplied by contributors
Familiar with licensing and copyright protocols
Edit and export play-outs when required
Schedule alongside the Project Manager, Researchers, Animators, Script Writers, Editors
Provide guidance and input with script writing
Liaise directly with partners in multiple time zones
Ensure content is fully compliant with copyright, 3rd party agreements, Risk Assessments and Health & Safety law
Ensure production post-paperwork and metadata is accurate and delivered on time
Ensure all project, and media files are backed up to internal storage (NAS)
Be able to travel internationally

Essential:
A passion for education and professional development
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Impeccable attention to detail
Industry references
Experience working with animators and motion graphics artists
Exceptional showreel