Unit Assistant/3rd Assistant Director - Emmerdale

Leeds

We regularly offer both short-term and long-term contracts in the position of Unit Assistant and 3rd AD here on Emmerdale and we are looking to build our pool of candidates to cover those roles.

Out Unit Assistant role is an entry level position which will involve working closely with the cast during the rehearsal and recording of scenes. You will assist with line runs, communicating and requests for a dialogue change to all artists and crew during rehearsals/takes. In addition you will be required to help arrange background artistes in scenes developing a strong understanding of community.

Following a period of time in this role you will then work in the capacity of 3rd Assistant Director. Your responsibilities as a 3rd will be to support the 1st AD as they work their way through a demanding production schedule with tight deadlines. Following initial training, you will rotate between these two roles as and when required. When you leave us you should have gained the knowledge and skill-base to confidently work across a variety of dramas in a freelance capacity and retain links in the ITV Talent Pool.

You should already have a credit list of working n the capacity of a Runner or other similar role in the TV industry. Excellent communications skills are essential, together with strong organisational and administrational skills. You will also be a diplomat - absolute discretion and confidentiality is a requirement of these roles. You will have the ability to work under pressure work long and unsociable hours in both a studio and location environment and be prepared to change your working pattern at short notice.

If you have the skills we are looking for with an understandingg of TV processes then apply now!

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Please note this is not an open vacancy but an opportunity to join our Talent Pool for future freelance roles. Please apply for any specific roles that are advertised on our careers site www.itvjobs.com and ensure answer all questions during the application process.

Successful candidates will be invited to an Assessment Centre on Monday 7th November, in Leeds.
Closing date for applications: Friday 28 October 2016