MPC Apprentice Film Runners are key members of our support teams who are responsible for helping ensure the smooth running of our Studios. Being a Runner at MPC is a great place to get started in VFX. If you have a passion for visual effects and are looking for your first opportunity in the industry then apply today.
MPC is a keen investor in talent & promoting within, joining our amazing production teams who provide the backbone to our VFX Studios in terms of driving through our blockbuster film projects on time and on budget is a likely route, although we have many different avenues available for our runners to pursue & will always keep you a the front of our minds when opportunities arise.
The Runner role at MPC is a varied, demanding yet rewarding position. No two days are the same, as you will be required to provide support in a buzzing and creative Studio environment. You'll get to know every inch of our Studio as you'll be constantly on the go which means you'll get a unique insight into how everything works as well as getting to know a wide cross-section of the staff that make up our Studio team.
Duties include:
Providing a first-class hospitality service for our client visits
Ensuring kitchen, communal areas, screening & meeting rooms are clean and tidy
Organizing staff meals when necessary
Supporting the production teams with ad hoc tasks
Qualifications
GCSE Maths and English at grades "C" or above
As this is an Apprenticeship unfortunately those with a university degree are not eligible
A friendly, enthusiastic, quick thinker who is able to use their initiative.
Someone who is happy to roll up their sleeves up and work hard, juggle multiple tasks and get things done quickly and efficiently.
A working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet softwares (e.g. word, excel).
Knowledge of visual effects would be good but not essential.
Able to work shifts and availability for weekend work as required.
Apprenticeship
At MPC we believe we have a responsibility to do more for our runners then simply provide a foot in the door. That's why we have partnered with a government lead apprenticeship scheme with the aim to provide training & support to improve your business skills & give you the tools you need to be successful in your career. Upon completing this course you will gain a Business Level 3 Apprenticeship standard.
Whilst we may not have a suitable vacancy within our Running team at the time you apply we will ensure that we keep in touch for future opportunities.
