Business Manager- Media Planning

About WPP Production
We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. A Hybrid working model
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. What does a Business Affairs Manager do at WPP Production?
The Business Affairs Manager works as the “right-hand” to the broadcast/interactive/print producers. They are responsible for handling the business details of producing television and radio commercials, and interactive ads. The Business Affairs Manager is also responsible for assisting producers in the bidding process for television commercials and prepare all bid packages. They will also provide production support to producers for broadcast, print, digital. As well as talent usage rights expertise and coordination for music, talent, stock footage, etc. The Business Affairs Manager will issue purchase orders to suppliers, approve vendor invoices, and work with all suppliers in the broadcast production process.
This role reports to the Head of Business Affairs.
Review creative materials and advise Agency teams on talent, flag potential copyright issues and advise on next steps
Work with Agency legal counsel on issues including updating releases, contract templates, risk assessment and indemnifications
Review AICP, AICE, animation and music bids with Producer
Create and issue appropriate award documents, insurance, licensing and talent agreements and vendor purchase orders
Flag possible legal, clearance, talent, and/or logistical issues; Handle full-up TV/content production, test, re-edit and radio jobs
Oversee vendor set up/payment process in partnership with finance
Advise Agency teams and Clients on union rules, regulations and best practices
‪‪Evaluate and manage union claims
‪‪Handles celebrity and music license negotiations or works with third-parties when required
5-8+ years Business Affairs - Agency or Production Company experience.
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.
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