Temp - Receptionist / Runner

Impact Creative Recruitment Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading creative recruitment agency in London is seeking temporary receptionists and runners for flexible roles in the creative industries. You'll be the first point of contact in creative businesses or support behind-the-scenes in production. Ideal candidates are friendly, organized, and proactive. Competitive hourly rates and ongoing support are offered for successful applicants. This is your chance to gain experience and network with top creative companies.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Opportunities at top creative companies

Competitive hourly rates

Ongoing support from a recruiter

Qualifications

• Proactive, can-do attitude and friendly manner.
• Excellent communication skills and professional presentation.
• Confidence using phones, email, and basic office tech.
• Previous reception or runner experience is ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and handle calls at the front of house.
• Support behind the scenes at production companies and studios.
• Manage meeting rooms and keep things running smoothly.

Skills

Friendly manner

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Temporary Receptionists & Runners Wanted – Creative Industry
Freelance | London (and surrounding areas) | Ongoing Opportunities

Are you friendly, adaptable, and looking for flexible work in the fast-paced creative industries? We're on the lookout for reliable Receptionists and Runners to join our freelance talent pool – with roles ranging from ongoing contracts to on-the-day bookings across TV, film, production, post, and creative agencies.

If you're confident meeting new people, quick to learn, and thrive in creative environments, we’d love to hear from you. Roles Available:

• Receptionists – Front of house for leading creative businesses. You’ll be the first point of contact, welcoming guests, handling calls, managing meeting rooms, and keeping things running smoothly.
• Runners – Support behind the scenes at production companies, studios, and edit houses. Expect varied tasks, from office admin to studio errands – no two days are the same.

You’ll Need:

• A proactive, can-do attitude and friendly manner
• Excellent communication skills and professional presentation
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to think on your feet
• Confidence using phones, email, and basic office tech
• Previous reception or runner experience (ideal but not essential)
• Availability for short-notice and longer-term bookings

What’s on Offer:

• Flexible work that fits around your schedule
• Opportunities at some of the UK’s top creative companies
• A chance to build experience, connections, and get your foot in the door
• Competitive hourly rates, paid weekly
• Ongoing support and placement through a recruiter who knows the industry inside-out

Sound like you?
Apply now with your CV and a short intro telling us a bit about your availability, experience, and why you’d be a great fit.