Crew Coordinator, Coronation Street - 12 Months FTC (Mat Cover)

ITV Consumer Limited 2024; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company in Manchester seeks an enthusiastic individual to support production by managing resourcing and scheduling within a dynamic crew. Applicants should have at least 6 months of experience in film or TV production and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills alongside a keen interest in production processes. The role offers flexible working options and a generous holiday allowance, fostering a balanced and creative work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Annual bonus opportunity

Competitive pension contribution

Wellbeing and volunteering days

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in film or TV production scheduling.
• Understanding of Working Time Regulations and Health and Safety principles.
• Exceptional organizational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Support production with resourcing, scheduling, and administration.
• Manage scheduling system to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external contacts.

Skills

Planning and rescheduling

Organizational Skills

Communication

IT Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

The team Our production is cherished by audiences across the globe, and we're excited to offer an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to become part of our vibrant crew. This position is perfect for someone eager to learn, grow, and play an essential part in bringing our stories to life alongside a passionate and supportive team.

Role

In this role you will support production in the resourcing, scheduling, payment and administration of staff and freelance crew within Coronation Street. This involves day-to-day contact dealings with a diverse range of internal and external people including staff and freelance crew, contractors, managers and members of the production team.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience of rostering and rescheduling a team of people on a Film or TV production.
• Demonstrable understanding of Working Time Regulations, Drivers Hours rules and (ideally) familiarity with the In-House Agreement.
• Proven exceptional organisational and administrative skills with the ability to drive a best practice and legally compliant approach to hiring and contracting in a fast turnaround and fluid production environment.
• Experience of a meticulous approach to detail and tasks as directed.
• Experience of working in a team or individually as required.
• Excellent communication skills as well as a demonstrable degree of tact, diplomacy and discretion.
• Excellent IT skills including experience of a scheduling system.
• Knowledge and experience of Health and Safety principles and issues.
• Demonstrable technical production knowledge and understanding of crew roles and their responsibilities.

Other criteria

• Demonstrable and successful interpersonal skills including the ability to take a variety of approaches when dealing with issues and problems to ensure a successful outcome.
• Awareness of TV drama production.
• Ability to manage the scheduling system ensuring that information entered into the system is complete and accurate.
• Ability to explore and where appropriate suggest new ways of working using IT systems to streamline processes.
• Demonstrable interest in learning new systems to ensure production is efficient and data can be reported on swiftly.
• Experience of providing a proactive and creative approach to solving problems and improving processes.
• Flexible working with a range of options.
• Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more.
• Annual bonus opportunity.
• Competitive pension contribution.
• Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares.
• Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life.