Producer

TEEPEE FILMS is looking for a rigorous and eager-to-grow Producer 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.

As a key member of the TEEPEE production team, the producer will be expected to ensure that our clients are fully catered for at all times and that all elements of production & post production run smoothly, stay within budget, are legally compliant, meet deadlines and contractual obligations – and most importantly, maintain our high creative standards.

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 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 contracts, 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

1. 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.
2. Working alongside the EP to manage scheduling for all productions.
3. Attend set & location for your productions, as well as provide production support & advice on those you don’t lead on.
4. Assist the EP on pitches and scoping out new projects.
5. Ensure that our clients are fully always catered for to guarantee that the highest standards are always kept in our service.
6. Work closely with our roster of directors on a daily basis on client-driven projects, as well as develop & produce their personal creative projects.
7. Source, book & manage crew for each project.
8. Manage international and local production travel logistics and bookings.
9. Ensure that all legal, H&S, AdGreen and COVID responsibilities have been clearly outlined and managed with the client, partners and freelancers involved.
10. To find opportunities to bring in less represented demographics to boost inclusivity in the industry.
11. As shoots will occasionally happen over the weekend, you will be expected to attend these shoots where possible.
12. Help develop more junior production employees by giving them guidance and growth opportunities.

CLIENT FACING & PROJECT MANAGEMENT

1. 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.
2. Time keeping skills are essential, as you will be required to juggle multiple projects at once.
3. Clear communication is paramount so that everything is covered for all projects, including ad hoc queries from clients.
4. Logging & processing of all invoices for projects.

DEVELOPMENT

1. To keep an eye out for new & emerging talent to bring into TEEPEE FILMS to help progress the company.
2. 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.

HELP TEEPEE GROW

1. A flexible approach on how to improve processes at TEEPEE FILMS, both in relation to efficiency and employee experience.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE – ESSENTIAL

1. 3 years minimum experience working as a junior producer or similar level.
2. Have completed the APA course or have proven experience of budgeting & scheduling to APA standards and terms.
3. Great people skills and willingness to regularly network at events.
4. Understanding of a small business and the responsibility & opportunity that comes with it.
5. Experience working with contracts including PIBS.
6. A strong understanding of the postproduction process and working with offline editors.
7. Understanding of Health & Safety protocols and creating risk assessments.
8. Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills.
9. Experience working to varying budget levels for live action shoots.
10. Resourcefulness and problem-solving.
11. A team player with great communication skills.
12. Ability to work with other production employees and train up more junior roles.
13. Good sense of ownership and responsibility.
14. Enthusiasm to learn production processes & industry standards.
15. Proven commitment to a career in film and television production.
16. Positive and professional manner and approach.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE – BENEFICIAL

1. Knowledge of the adobe creative suite.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

1. 24/7 office access to the Fisheries (co-working space in London Fields, Hackney).
2. Free access to Fisheries HIIT & Yoga classes.
3. Fisheries monthly party.
4. 25 days annual leave.
5. Company closes between Christmas and New Year’s (no annual leave required).
6. Pension scheme (3% contributed by TEEPEE FILMS).

SALARY

Competitive salary based upon experience.

START DATE

As soon as possible.

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.

To Apply

Send your CV + a short cover letter to jobs@teepeefilms.com stating why you would be great for the role & why you want to apply. Please include “Producer Role” in email subject.