New Business Coordinator
About SMUGGLER
SMUGGLER is an internationally acclaimed production company, consistently recognised as one of the most awarded and influential companies in the global advertising and entertainment industries. With offices in London, Los Angeles, Miami and New York, we collaborate with the world’s leading creative agencies, directors and brands to deliver culturally defining work across commercials, music videos, film and branded content.
We are home to a celebrated roster of directors known for their emotional power, originality and global cultural impact. From multi-award-winning commercials to pioneering music videos, we pride ourselves on fostering long-term creative partnerships and continuously pushing the boundaries of what production can achieve. SMUGGLER has been named the No.1 Production Company globally multiple times, with work regularly honoured at Cannes Lions, the British Arrows, D&AD, Ciclope and the AICP Awards.
The role
We’re looking for someone curious, organised and genuinely excited about the world of production and advertising, particularly Sales, to join our New Business team. Working closely with the Executive team, this is an entry-level role with real scope – you’ll get under the skin of how a world-class production company operates and play an active part in how we represent our directors, manage relationships and bring in the best work, with plenty of room to grow and develop in the department. You don’t need to have done this before. What matters is that you have an instinct for great work, a passion for the industry, exceptional proactivity and organisational skills, and the drive to
learn fast and contribute meaningfully from day one.
What you’ll be doing
● New business & sales support
● Supporting the New Business team across UK, European and international new
business activity
● Helping to identify and research prospective clients, agencies and brand partners
● Assisting in the preparation of sales materials, pitch decks and director presentations
● Tracking outreach, follow-ups and pipeline activity via our CRM
● Helping to coordinate and prepare for European sales trips and key industry events
Creative & director management
● Updating director reels, bios and showreels – ensuring everything that represents us
publicly is current, compelling and best-in-class
● Supporting the coordination of director presentations for new and prospective talent
● Keeping a close eye on emerging directing talent and flagging relevant names and work
● Assisting with PR and communications around new work, helping ensure new projects
get the visibility they deserve across the right channels
Relationships & industry presence
● Supporting the team at industry events, screenings, award ceremonies and client-facing
moments
● Helping to forge and nurture relationships with prospective directors and emerging talent
● Assisting in the coordination of client events, lunches and partner activations with edit
houses, music companies and post houses
What we’re looking for
● A genuine passion for film, advertising and directing talent
● Strong organisational skills and impeccable attention to detail
● Excellent written, interpersonal and communication skills
● A creative eye – you’ll be helping craft materials that represent SMUGGLER to the
outside world
● Proactive by nature – you spot what needs doing and you do it
● Comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
● Understands (or is eager to learn) how production companies and agencies work and
how new business is won
What we offer
● Competitive salary
● The chance to learn from and work alongside some of the most respected talent in the
industry
● Regular exposure to major industry events, shoots and key international markets
● A dynamic, creative and highly supportive team environment with real room to grow
Details
Location: London (on-site)
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Salary: Dependent on experience
Send a short note as to why this role excites you and your CV to: [email protected]
Submission Deadline: Wed 17th June