Program Producer (Broadcast)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession responsible for planning, production, budget, and progress management of broadcast content such as TV programs. Collaborates with directors, writers, and technical staff to complete the program.
Description
Broadcast Program Producers oversee a wide range of tasks from planning and structuring TV and radio programs, budget management, schedule management, casting, location arrangements, to rights clearance. They coordinate with sponsors and broadcasters while collaborating with directors, broadcast writers, and technical staff to manage the overall production process. They analyze data such as ratings and SNS reactions to improve program content, and are required to handle copyrights, broadcasting laws, and emergency responses.
Future Outlook
With the spread of video streaming services and diversifying media environments, planning skills and digital content production skills will be increasingly emphasized.
Personality Traits
Adaptable on the fly / Curious and inquisitive / Has leadership / Sociable
Work Style
Long hours / On-location work / Partial remote work possible / Team work
Career Path
Production Assistant → Assistant Director → Director → Producer → Chief Producer → Programming Staff
Required Skills
Budget Management / Client Handling / Planning and Proposal / Schedule Management / Team Management
Recommended Skills
Copyright Knowledge / Marketing / Negotiation Skills / Ratings Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly adapt to changes in site conditions or viewer needs. |
| Communication Skills | To negotiate and coordinate with various parties and build trusting relationships. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To create highly original program ideas. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To proactively advance planning and lead the team. |
| Planning & Organization | To strictly manage budgets and schedules to advance production. |
| Problem Solving | To quickly respond to troubles or changes during production. |
| Stress Tolerance | To endure pressure from deadlines and budgets. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To collaborate with multiple professions to complete production. |
Aliases
- Broadcast Producer
- Program P
- TV Program Producer
Related Jobs
- Broadcast Writer
- Director
- Programming Staff
- TV Director
- Video Editor