Location
London/Hybrid
Department
Blue Zoo Digital
Advertising Salary
Competitive depending on experience
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term

About The Role

Blue Zoo is seeking a passionate and innovative Digital Producer to help lead and develop creative digital experiences across Blue Zoo’s portfolio of first party IP for preschool children. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in producing engaging apps and games, particularly for the children's market and a strong understanding of promotion through social media. This hands-on role involves collaborating with various internal and external teams at Blue Zoo to support established preschool brands, like Numberblocks and Alphablocks, while bringing new children's IPs to life.

The role will report to the Senior Games Producer and be part of a highly motivated, collaborative, creative team. As the digital team continues to develop and grow, additional responsibilities might include elements of support for the Digital Marketing team, such as support on copywriting and influencer campaigns.

We are very happy to discuss flexible, hybrid and remote working options for all our vacancies.
 

Day to Day:

  • Collaborate with the Digital Games team to conceptualise, develop, and produce high-quality apps and games tailored for preschool children.
  • Generate and develop ideas, helping to create, develop and deliver concept briefs with the wider Apps and Digital team, working with the product architect to map out the Games Design Document.
  • Manage the entire project lifecycle, from ideation through to launch, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and educational objectives.
  • Write voiceover scripts and set up recording sessions globally, managing talent and logistics.
  • Oversee project schedules and budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Carry out user testing at schools and nurseries, and testing games and apps for bugs.
  • Offer solutions to increase efficiency and engagement within Blue Zoo’s games and apps.
  • Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, including brand partners, internal teams, and external clients to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Mentor and guide junior team members, promoting a collaborative and creative culture within the team.
  • Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to inform project development and innovative approaches.
  • Ensure that content meets Blue Zoo quality standards and accessibility.

About You

Must Have:

  • Experience working in mobile and educational games/digital platforms for children.
  • Experience in content ideation and execution for the pre-school digital market - end to end examples would be beneficial.
  • A good understanding of the broader and changing landscapes of Children’s Apps and Games landscape. Minimum of two years working within this field.
  • Strong understanding of preschool development stages and how to create engaging and educational content for young audiences.
  • Previous management experience, with a track record of successfully running projects and leading teams.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage stakeholder expectations and team dynamics.
  • Excellent copywriting skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and appreciation of the importance of brand integrity.  
  • Proficient in budget management and scheduling tools.
  • An understanding of creating content for children, including an awareness of the implications of COPPA and GDPR laws.
  • A solid understanding of what makes content fun for children!

Bonus Points:

  • Experience in content ideation and execution for the pre-school digital market
  • A good understanding of the broader and changing landscapes of Children’s Apps and Games landscape.

About Us

Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, with a world-class reputation as the go-to place for creating bold, fun and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, the studio has grown to become the largest dedicated CG animation studio in the UK, picking up a shelf full of BAFTAs, an Annie and an Emmy along the way!

We couldn’t be prouder that Blue Zoo is the first major animation studio in the world to receive B Corp certification. We’ve been independently certified by B Lab, a non-profit organisation who award the B Corp certification. The certification verifies companies who are working to improve the lives of employees as well as industries as a whole. The certification process involves over 170 rigorous metrics to improve the lives of our staff, customers, suppliers, and the local community, ensuring we are not just saying we are ethical with empty gestures, but independently evidencing it.

We are going through an exciting period of growth and are building a studio that is full of amazingly talented, happy artists, making work they are proud of, which in turn makes a small contribution to a happier world. Blue Zoo believes that a healthy balance in our lives - whatever our situation - is key to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We offer flexible working to support this.

We look for people who have expertise, enthusiasm and are motivated to make things better. You’ll work alongside a talented and diverse group of people who respect each other's differences and seek to understand and embrace fresh perspectives. 

What we’ve got for you:

  • Winner of Best Places to Work in TV 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2024.
  • Inclusive self-funded shorts programme.
  • Many fun in person and remote social events throughout the year.
  • Bi-monthly employee feedback and engagement programme.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including loads of discounts and offers.
  • Online wellbeing programme.
  • Profit share (for employees who have been with us for 2+ years).

Blue Zoo is committed to creating and nurturing an inclusive studio that promotes and values diversity and invites everyone to ‘bring their whole selves’ to work. We believe that companies that truly embrace and value diversity, and create an environment where everyone from any background can do their best work, are better companies. 

To be engaged our people have to feel included and valued. We work hard to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is embedded in the way we work, not just an initiative. We strive to engender a studio community that feels a deep sense of pride and commitment that transcends any role, department or level and works together to produce excellent and engaging work.


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