Being responsible for the day-to-day project management and running of multiple productions being finished in the facility at any one time, either individually or in pairs/small teams of producers/associate producers.
UK
Provide administrative support to an Agent and ensure the effective upkeep and management of internal systems.
Focus on supporting the Production Executive in the monitoring of loans made to feature films and other media projects.
Take notes during meetings and calls and ensure timely follow-ups. Read incoming material and provide coverage, notes, and evaluations.
Reading manuscripts and book proposals for all genres, for both UK and US authors, and producing concise reading reports for the International Rights department, with a specific aim to give feedback about their international scope.
Support the booking of stages and facilities by productions, including updating the bookings system, generating & distributing contracts, and managing small bookings, e.g. meeting rooms and other short-term support facilities.
Collaborating with producers to implement the programming strategy. Working up proposals to take them through the greenlight process, pre-production, casting, scripting, rough-cuts, fine cut and final delivery.
Assist the production management team with campaign production, including booking crew, freelancers, and organizing reviews. Create call sheets for filming and understand crew rates and overtime policies.
Originating, identifying and developing new ideas for TV series in line with Heyday’s business plan/development strategy. Reading submitted books and scripts – both solicited and unsolicited.
Duties would include printing scripts, making teas, setting up rooms for meetings and writers rooms, setting up conference calls, looking after talent, running errands, ordering stationery, research tasks, booking travel, assisting with social media posts, organisation of digital wrap files and the production archive.
A keen eye for detail and continuity, with the ability to proactively identify and address potential issues. Ability to take accurate and comprehensive notes during filming, including shot details and continuity information.
Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics for the production and events. Evaluate incoming submissions (scripts, pitches, treatments) and provide detailed coverage and notes.
Heavy communication internally with cross-functional teams and externally with production companies. The input of production data, such as pitches and submissions, into our internal systems.
Help to organise shoot schedules, locations, permits, and crew bookings for video and audio productions. Assist in tracking production costs, setting up supplier, raising purchase orders, and managing invoices.
Project planning and assisting with the smooth running of our production processes. Supporting the production team. Managing a variety of cost monitors, ensuring that delivery is achievable within the required timeframe and budget.
Read drafts for in-house development projects and provide clear notes for internal and external use to a high standard. Read, assess and report on submissions with the strategic priorities of the company in mind. This can include scripts, books, treatments, remake titles, podcasts.
Scout and secure locations suitable for filming, ensuring they align with creative briefs. Cast contributors and on-screen talent, working closely with the Producer to ensure the content is engaging and relevant. Self-operate filming equipment on location or in studio settings to produce high-quality video content.
Responsible for tracking, monitoring and assisting in assessing the product in the pipeline to identify projects suitable for international distribution.
Support role for a team who produce on-air promos, above-the-line campaigns, channel branding, advertising for social platforms including TikTok and all creative output in all markets for each of the Hearst Networks EMEA brands. Research, select footage and self-op edit the most suitable content to produce effective promos and social content for all brands.
Working with Productions (Producers, PM’s, LPs, Coordinators, PA’s), Supervisors, Tech and Artists on overall best practices on production workflows and internal production tool configurations.
Support and lead creative (incl. writing, talent, editorial, production) for greenlit productions as well as ongoing development, and will work closely with regional teams on ensuring local productions meet business and creative objectives.
Reading submissions (scripts / books / writing samples) and writing reports to pass onto development team. Tracking new talent (writers / directors) and circulating details of new theatre / film/ television / literature of note.
Work closely with Director of BBC Film to ensure the very best stories, writers, directors and producers are supported by BBC Film. Work proactively to identify dynamic new material to develop for the BBC Film slate.
Handle a high volume of industry and talent relationships, maintaining and tracking key contacts. Conduct research on film industry trends, box office performance, and competitor acquisitions to inform decision-making.
Initiating ideas for films and developing creative treatments across a wide range of subjects both domestic and international. Setting up shoots and dealing with logistics / schedules.
Liaise with the creative team and produce an accurate budget costing per project. Monitor day-to-day spend by project using appropriate departmental purchasing systems and cost managers.
Providing support to the Production Team during the development, production and post production of our projects. Attending daily production meetings.
Data entry regarding project tracking for television shows the agents are pitching to external buyers (i.e. Netflix, HBO, etc.). Taking notes during calls and meetings.
Collaborate with key production personnel to ensure creative and budgetary goals are met. Maintain efficient communication and tracking of approvals and updates across the team. Organise writers workshops, distribute scripts and track their progress.
Provide comprehensive support to three Executives, including complex calendar management for internal and external meetings and calls. Maintain a highly agile approach to accommodating evolving schedules and priorities.