Freelance Senior Producer (Film first)

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company seeks a Freelance Senior Producer focused on film projects in London. This role demands significant experience in shooting productions, preferably for fashion brands, managing budgets, and maintaining client relationships. Applicants should be proactive, with strong problem-solving abilities and communication skills, capable of overseeing various shoots simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing shoot productions.
• Experience producing film and still shoots, particularly in fashion/beauty brands.
• Strong skills in managing multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage shoot briefs from clients from start to finish.
• Handle financial aspects including budgeting and supplier engagement.
• Coordinate shoots, ensuring all needs are met.

Skills

Production management

Client relationship management

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Budget management

Communication

Job description

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Freelance Senior Producer (Film first), London (City of London)

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Client:

THE PRODUCTION FACTORY

Location:

London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

27.06.2025

Expiry Date:

11.08.2025

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Job Description:

Department: Production

Job Title: Freelance Senior Producer

Summary: This role involves working solely for one of our major clients, collaborating with our existing team. We seek someone with a background in Film, experienced in producing both Film and Still shoots, ideally with fashion brand experience. The work includes studio, on-location, and abroad shoots, from large campaigns to smaller social content and still life projects. The position requires a commitment of 2-3 months, full-time, across pre-production, on-set, and post-production phases.

Requirements:

• Significant experience managing shoot productions in a creative or agency setting.
• Experience producing film and still shoots in various environments, with a preference for fashion or beauty brands.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload under pressure, prioritise effectively, and oversee multiple tasks.
• Proven track record in executing multi-platform campaigns.
• Extensive project budget management and scheduling experience.
• Experience sourcing production services and art buying for photographers, directors, and teams.
• Strong client relationship skills.
• Full confidence in executing entire shoots.
• Positive attitude, proactive approach, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills in high-pressure situations.
• Negotiation skills to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Existing industry relationships and contacts.
• Initiative and proactive work ethic.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Manage shoot briefs from the Executive Producer or directly from clients, from start to finish.
• Handle financial aspects of shoots, including budgeting, supplier engagement, billing, and closure.
• Organise all shoots, including studio, location, and international projects.
• Coordinate multiple shoots simultaneously, ensuring all pre-production and on-set needs are met.
• Negotiate rates with suppliers.
• Maintain close communication with clients to ensure smooth project flow.
• Manage delivery schedules and communicate with clients.
• Ensure shoots are within budget and communicate risks proactively.
• Source locations, manage scouts and recce’s, and handle permits.
• Complete risk assessments, release forms, and licenses.
• Book teams, transportation, visas, and equipment.
• Create call sheets and liaise with local production support.
• Understand usage rights and buyout rates.
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet project objectives.
• Negotiate costs and contracts.
• Expand the production roster of suppliers.
• Interest in Art Buying and sourcing creative talent.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Please note: This role requires London office-based work 3 days a week, with additional days as needed for on-set or meetings.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Production Factory is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.