Production and Department Assistant

Advertising Producers Association; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative production company in London is looking for a Production and Department Assistant to join its growing team. The role involves liaising with crews, organizing travel, and supporting production management. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience and a keen interest in filmmaking. The company offers a competitive salary, 25 days of annual holiday, and flexible office workdays.

Benefits

25 days annual holiday + bank holidays

Flexible work from home on Fridays

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as a Runner, Production Assistant, or Production Company Office Assistant.
• Demonstrable interest in filmmaking and production.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with crew and suppliers.
• Organising travel.
• Preparing call sheets.
• Attending shoots to support Producer and Production Manager.
• Office management.

Skills

High attention to detail

Ability to multi-task across various projects

Proactive mindset

Clear communication and a professional manner

Enthusiasm to learn

Good problem solving

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Job description

Magna Studios is looking for a Production and Department Assistant to join our Commercials and Music Video team in our London office.

An opportunity to work at the centre of a growing team and develop a variety of skills in a dynamic environment with world class talent, we are looking for a candidate with at least one year of experience as a Runner, Production Assistant or Production Company Office Assistant with a demonstrable interest in filmmaking and production, ideally with the ambition to working their way up to Producer.

To apply, please send a cover note outlining your experience, interests and ambition no longer than one page along with your CV to [e-mail].

Applications close on Sunday 23rd November 11pm. Chosen applicants will be invited to interview by 28 th November.

Skills required:

• High attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task across various projects
• Proactive mindset
• Clear communication and a professional manner
• Enthusiasm to learn
• Good problem solving
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Production responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with crew and suppliers
• Organising travel
• Preparing call sheets
• Attending shoots to support Producer and Production Manager

Department responsibilities will include:

• Office management
• Organising meetings and events
• Coordination of diaries
• Reconciling expenses
• Booking travel
• Onboarding freelancers
• Submitting award entries
• Keeping abreast of emerging talent

Employment notes:

• Start date – January 6 th
• Competitive salary based on experience
• 25 days annual holiday + bank holidays
• Office days Monday to Thursday; Friday are work from home