Sony Pictures Television (SPT), a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, is one of the television industry's leading content providers, producing and distributing programming in every genre around the world and for a multitude of platforms.

Job Specification:

SPT currently has an opportunitity for innovative and creative Promo Producer to join their London based On air promotions team.

Successful candidates in this role will work across all channels to strict deadlines, generating ideas, writing scripts, producing self-op-ed rough cuts, directing voice over artists, as well as working with editors, animators and sound engineers to produce TX ready promos. There will also be occasional involvement with other creative projects spanning the on-air, animation and channel teams (sponsorship, re-brands, stunts etc).

Reporting directly to the Senior Producer, ideal candidates will be highly motivated, self-managing individuals who are able to work well with others as well as in isolation. The ability to communicate ideas and opinions fluently is also essential, as is the grace to accept constructive criticism and the determination to see a project through to completion whatever the apparent obstacle.

Key tasks include but are not limited to:

• Generating engaging promo treatments
• Pitching ideas / treatments to the On Air Manager for approval
• Writing well-crafted promo scripts
• Choosing appropriate music beds
• Editing competent rough cuts (knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro preferred)
• Confidently directing voice over artists
• Directing the work of editors, animators and sound engineers who assist on promos
• Delivering all promos to the deadline specified
• Providing creative advice and assistance to colleagues
• Assisting with Project work where required


Requirements

• Typically 2 - 3 years prior experience in a similar role in a promo environment
• Previous promo producing experience is essential
• Working knowledge of broadcasting processes
• Broad understanding of Edit, Animation and Sound design
• Competent self op edit skills (Premiere and FCP preferred)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Some shoot experience (directing preferred but not essential)
• Any After effects / Motion based skills or sound design experience a bonus
• Prepared to work a shift pattern if required
• Showreel essential - please submit alongside your CV and Cover letter in order to be considered