Production Manager
TEEPEE FILMS is looking for a rigorous and eager-to-learn production manager to join its evolving London team. This role is a great opportunity for someone to further hone their skills in all aspects of commercial production and get invaluable experience and insight into the industry through the projects we produce and directors we work with.
We are looking for someone who shares our passion for film and culture and has the drive to create excellent work in a commercial context, as well as attention to detail to ensure everything is done to the best standards. They will work closely with the Executive Producer (EP) in a fast-paced and exciting environment – assisting spearheading all productions that come through, managing clients as one of the faces of the company, budgeting up opportunities alongside the EP, creating schedules, call sheets and other essential elements of production.
TEEPEE FILMS is a small, but mighty, production company so this is the perfect opportunity for someone who is willing to grow with the company, champion the brand, and mould the role around their career aspirations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- To help manage and ensure the smooth running of all productions that come through TEEPEE FILMS, alongside the EP, as well as the smooth running of the office
- Working alongside the EP to manage scheduling for all productions
- Depending on pipeline and size of the project, you will be expected to assist leading on productions that come through, to give you as much experience as possibl
- Source, book & manage crew for each project
- Manage international and local production travel logistics and bookings
- Ensure that all legal, H&S, AdGreen and COVID responsibilities have been clearly outlined and managed with the client, partners and freelancers involved
- To find opportunities to bring in less represented demographics to boost inclusivity in the industry
- As shoots will occasionally happen over the weekend, you will be expected to attend these shoots where possible
- To assist in pitching for and scoping out new projects
CLIENT FACING & PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- You will be working with our clients on a daily basis and so will be required to ensure they are well looked after and ensure everything is provided to them in a timely manner
- Time keeping skills are essential, as you will be required to juggle multiple projects at once
- Clear communication is paramount so that everything is covered for all projects, including ad hoc queries from clients
- Logging & processing of all invoices for projects and scripts
DEVELOPMENT
- To keep an eye out for new & emerging talent to bring into TEEPEE FILMS to help progress the company
- Attend APA and industry events & evenings to help keep up to date with the latest trends , help continue to grow a presence in the industry and help cultivate new business leads through networking in the industry
- As well as working on commercial based projects, you will have opportunities to work closely with directors in developing & helping produce their short film scripts
HELP TEEPEE GROW
- A flexible approach on how to improve processes at TEEPEE FILMS, both in relation to efficiency and employee experience
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE – ESSENTIAL
- Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills
- Experience with production budgets & schedules
- Great people skills and willingness to network
- Experience working to varying budget levels for live action shoots
- Attention to detail
- Resourcefulness and problem-solving
- A team player with great communication skills
- Good sense of ownership and responsibility
- Enthusiasm to learn production processes & industry standards
- Proven commitment to a career in film and television production
- Positive and professional manner and approach
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE – BENEFICIAL
- Experience working to varying budget levels for post-production projects
- Knowledge of the adobe creative suite
- Clean driving license
- Google suite proficient
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- 24/7 office access to the Fisheries (co-working space in London Fields, Hackney)
- Fisheries free lunch Wednesdays
- Free access to Fisheries HIIT & Yoga classes
- Fisheries monthly party
- 25 days annual leave
- Company closes between Christmas and New Years (no annual leave required)
- Pension scheme (3% contributed by TEEPEE FILMS)
- Flexible WFH & abroad policy (prior notice and sign off to be provided by EP)
SALARY
- £25-30k (based on experience – with annual performance based reviews)
START DATE
- Ideally 30th May 2024 (or before)
This application is open to London applicants only as you will be required to come into the London Fields office a minimum of 3 days per week.