Assistant Producer
Kew, London
Whisper is a leading production company, specialising in high-end sports broadcast production, unscripted entertainment, branded content and factual television. The company has been selected as a five-times Broadcast Best Places to Work (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2022) and this is an exciting opportunity to join the team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative Assistant Producer to be an integral part of the production team on Channel 5's NFL magazine show 'NFL End Zone' for the forthcoming 2022 season. The can-didate should have a keen interest in high-end sports production and they should match this with re-search, technical and editorial know how. A good standard of self-editing on Adobe Premiere Pro is vital and an ability to self-shoot on Sony A7S, FX3 or FX9 would be desirable. There will be clear scope to progress within the company, if the required skills are shown.
Whisper is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Here's a breakdown of what you'll do (not all of it, just the most important stuff):
• Work as part of the production team for 'NFL End Zone', a weekly magazine show broadcast Channel 5
• Organise single camera shoots, working with the show's USA-based crew to assist arranging lo-cations, contributors, permissions and in developing creative concepts.
• Produce and self-shoot basic single camera shoots in the UK
• Rough cut features for the programme using Premiere Pro, as well as edit-producing final VTs alongside craft editors
• Quickly master the weekly workflow of NFL content, and play a central part in edit preparation and media management of the production
• Be a responsible member of the team, with an appreciation of the end-to-end production of the show
• Reversion broadcast content for social media
• Ensure all content is of a first-class standard, thoroughly researched and factually correct
• Work effectively with other departments, clients and partners (both internal and external), main-taining Whisper's excellent relationships and communication
• Ensure that the output complies with Whisper's editorial, technical, design and accessibility standards, whilst always working to the company's Health and Safety policy
• Keep abreast of developments and current trends and make suggestions for creative content
• Uphold the reputation of the company by embodying the ethos of Whisper
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
• Demonstrated ability and experience of producing engaging, entertaining, and creative features for both linear or digital platforms
• Experience of working within a production team on shows (or content) with regular output
• Basic knowledge of the NFL
• Experience of editing using Adobe Premiere Pro
• Experience in operating camera equipment is desirable but not essential
• Ability to use Adobe After Effects (basic)
• Ability to spot a good story, devise and develop strong creative ideas
• Ability to write clear and concise material for briefs and scripts
• Strong research techniques and the ability to verify the accuracy of material
• Strong knowledge of Whisper's editorial guidelines and compliance policies, or a willingness to establish this quickly
• Experience with complex workloads, consistently prioritising and delivering to deadlines, reacting positively to changes and conflicts
• Strong communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• A demonstrable level of creativity with the ability to bring a fresh new approach to creating en-gaging and evolving output
Working Days:
While working hours will largely be standard, as the majority of the show is filmed in the USA and edited on a tight turnaround this role will require a degree of flexibility. There will also be weekend working eve-ry other Saturday on a rotational basis. Lieu days will be given for any days worked over a five-day week. Whisper offer the option of flexitime hours subject to production requirements.
Location: The base for this position will be predominantly Kew, London.
Start/End: September 2022 - 3 month FTC
Salary: Based on experience
Application Closing: Tuesday 16th August at midday
Please send a CV and covering note.