Production Assistant Birmingham, England
Job description
WHO WE ARE
Electric House is a social media agency with a difference - we’re the UK’s only full-service, community first publishing group too! We create, produce and distribute shockingly good video content through our social media communities (and beyond), earning untouchable results for our clients. We are proud owners of the largest online construction based community in the UK, On The Tools.
Based in one of the most iconic offices in the West Midlands, a career with us is a vibrant one. We create together, we believe in being passionate and honest, and we always strive to have a consistent positive impact on our communities and the people around us - and we look for people who want to be part of that culture.
Our founder set out to create a company where nobody hated Mondays, or felt undervalued, and we work hard to uphold those principles.
If you’re looking to be part of something special, something dynamic, something exciting - Electric House could be the place for you.
Electric House Production Teams work on a wide range of videos for our own social channels and those of our clients including, for instance, user-generated style content, mini-documentaries, live shows and competitions, sketches, product reviews, and product hero videos.
We are looking for a Production Assistant to join our team to cover a period of maternity leave.
THE ROLE
The role of Production Assistant is to provide day-to-day support for the smooth running of every shoot.
As Production Assistant, you will support the Producer and the team in the following areas:
PRE-PRODUCTION
- Research and book filming locations in line with requirements
- Identify which props are needed and purchase with best possible value for money
- Attend creative meetings and contribute to video concepts
- Assist with shot lists and the script writing process, if needed
- Identify appropriate costume requirements for individual shoots
- Complete a shoot-specific in-depth risk assessment, safety briefing, and notify the Producer of any additional measures that need to be taken to minimise risks
- Preparing call sheets and sending to actors in advance
- Preparing and sending actor contracts and ensuring they are signed in advance of the shoot
- A consistent point of contact for the actors
PRODUCTION
- Driving team members, talent, or visitors to and from a shoot or lunch
- Welcoming talent and visitors and responding to any questions they may have
- Communicating with talent and visitors to ensure they are in the right place at the right time, as per the call sheet
- Operate camera, sound recording, and lighting equipment as and when instructed
- General running duties. This may include, sourcing and purchasing refreshments, sourcing and purchasing additional props, and maintaining all kit
- Assisting Videographers with setting kit up, breaking it down, and cleaning it
- Working with the team to ensure the location is clean and tidy at the end of each shoot
POST-PRODUCTION
- Accurately inputting shoot expenses into budget documents
- Assisting with captioning, editing, and using After Effects as needed
- Sending actor invoice templates and liaising with our Finance team to ensure the actor is paid in a timely manner
- Organising and/or disposing of any props used for the shoot
GENERAL
- Production Assistants also provide general assistance to the wider Production Team as required. This may include, for instance:
- Transporting kit, props, or equipment between multiple sites
- Administration support
- Tidying and cleaning kit, props, our office, and any other locations at which we are filming
- Promptly submitting expense receipts to the finance team
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will:
- Have some previous experience working in a creative industry and/or will have a keen interest in video and film production
- Be extremely enthusiastic, positive and proactive, always looking for ways to support the Producer and the team with a 'no job is too small' approach
- Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Hold a clean and valid driving licence and be comfortable travelling to shoot locations when required
- Be available for some weekend or evening working on an ad hoc basis
- Be extremely organised and able to manage multiple deadlines
- Be a creative thinker, and be confident to put forward ideas and solutions to the team when required
- Be confident in meeting and communicating with new people such as clients, actors and freelancers
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Salary: From £21,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Birmingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Birmingham
Reference ID: OTT4
Expected start date: 02/10/2023
