Overview

Role Title: Audio Production Manager (FTC)Location: London / Hybrid / Some travel to EuropeTerm: 18 Months fixed term contract, full timeReporting to: Head of Audio DevelopmentWho We ArePottermore Publishing is the global digital audiobook and eBook publisher of J.K. Rowling’s multi-million bestselling Harry Potter series and associated titles from the Wizarding World. Working with a global network of retail and library partners, we prioritise accessibility, creativity, and innovation as we bring these beloved stories to life for each generation of readers and listeners to discover. We work closely with our colleagues at The Blair Partnership in a shared workspace and culture. Together, we’re focused on making things happen which deliver real-world, creative and commercial impact. We achieve this by believing and staying true to our joint values: Expertise, Partnership, Integrity, Creativity.Pottermore Publishing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where all talent and potential is valued. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives, and recognise how this adds to our business.What Our Team Does

The production team within Pottermore is focused on the creation of brand new, and often large-scale audio Harry Potter projects. They work across ground-breaking productions including the full-cast editions, plus other creative digital projects rooted in the franchise. This team is involved with all stages of production including development, casting, scripting, production and post-production and they work closely with external production partners and third-party agencies.What You’ll Be Doing

The Audio Production Manager (DE) will work closely with the Head of Audio Development and the wider project team in the creation of a major new German language project. They will be required to communicate with a wide range of internal teams as well as maintain close contact with our external production partner who we are working with on all aspects of the production. They will also be working alongside third-party agencies in Germany.They will be expected to use their audio skills and German language expertise to support the production including attending pre-production meetings and creative briefings, assisting with casting questions, managing script and supporting materials and QA process. Additionally, they will be giving guidance on the creation of scripted and non-scripted performance guidelines and fielding relevant pronunciation, canon and IP questions on the ground (and via chat link) working closely with the global Harry Potter brand and franchise team in the UK.Responsibilities

Providing hands-on creative production management throughout project lifecycle

Being point of contact for the pre-production and script QA process alongside our production partnerProviding direction and feedback on canon questions for scripting and performance guidelines (working with the wider production team and the HP brand and franchise team)Providing direction on pronunciation and performance in studio recordings in Germany

Onboarding teams/team members at our production partners and ensuring they understand our processes and translationsOverseeing and gaining franchise team approval for casting choicesProviding feedback and answering questions that come in from our production partner during pre-production, production and studio recordingAssisting in the refinement of processes, including to produce scripts and supporting materialsProviding creative reviews of audio as necessaryAd hoc support to the Head of Audio Development and the wider production team as necessaryWhat you can expect from us (EEO and benefits are included below)Experience, Technical Knowledge And Skills

5+ years experience of all elements of the audio production process from pre to post-production, working across multiple genres and titlesFluent in GermanExperience working as part of complex audio production teamExperience of working with actors and the casting process, with the ability to apply these skills to working in overseas market you may be unfamiliar withAudio project management and stakeholder management experienceAdaptable approach with an ability to cope with changeAbility to prioritise your workload across multiple workstreams and deliver against tight deadlinesCollaborative, organised with rigorous attention to detailStrong team-working skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships with internal and external teamsKnowledge and understanding of the Harry Potter stories preferredWhat You Can Expect From Us

Competitive SalaryCompany Bonus SchemeHybrid working policy (1 day/week working from home)25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) – with an additional day awarded every year after your 2-year anniversary with us, up to a cap of 30 days.Progressive and inclusive policies around Carers, IVF, Menopause, Pregnancy Loss, etc.Enhanced maternity leave (18 weeks at full pay) and paternity leave (2 weeks immediately after birth, and 10 additional days over the following 12 months, at full pay)Group Pension Plan where we contribute 5% and annual pensions workshopsLife Assurance of 4 times salaryHealth Insurance (currently with Vitality)Health Shield Cashback Plan – dental, optical, physio and wellbeing benefits and much more.Annual Creative Bursary to spend on the creative activity of your choice.2 paid days off per year to spend volunteering and giving back to your favourite cause or community project.Monthly Lunch and Learn events – hearing great stories from colleagues, clients and external speakersRegular fundraising events to raise money for our charity of the year. 2025/26’s charity is 4Louis.Seasonal company parties and team lunchesSubsidised on-site massagesLearning and Development opportunities, including an in-house Mentoring ProgrammeSeniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/EditingIndustries

Book Publishing

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