Join Us in Shaping the Future of Entertainment

Paramount Global, home to iconic brands like Network 10, Nickelodeon, MTV, and Pluto TV, is launching an ambitious new brand in 2025: 5. This next-level, unified brand brings Channel 5 and My5 together to offer a cutting-edge experience across TV, streaming, and digital platforms. With record-breaking viewership growth and a mission to provide endless free entertainment, 5 is poised to lead the future of streaming, original drama, and data-driven advertising. We invite passionate individuals to join the team that will transform how the world watches.



About the Role: Operations Assistant

This is an essential role within the Channel 5 Commissioning Operations unit, supporting the smooth running of internal processes as well providing support for the Commissioning Department and Production Company partners.



Key Responsibilities:



Supporting the Commissioning Operations managers and Coordinators across the commissioning and production workflow
Maintain and update internal documentation with accurate and up to date production details and commissioning information for reporting and circulation to the wider business
Track, review and report on all key post-production paperwork
Manage the commissioning operations inbox, handling both external and internal queries accurately and efficiently
Maintain and update the production hub with accurate and up to date documentation and information from various departments
Assist in tracking and documenting the workflow for commissioning approvals ensuring all audit requirements are met
Liaising with key stakeholders across the business as the key point of contact within the team
Support data analysis and reporting for production finances, project milestones, and other operational metrics
Handle ad-hoc requests and contribute to various commissioning and production department projects

Your Skills & Experience:



Experience in an administrative / operational support role, ideally within media, television, or production.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data tracking and reporting.
Strong knowledge of production and data management systems such as Silvermouse / BAFTA Albert.
Strong knowledge applications such as Airtable and Slack.
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude.
The ability to work independently and take initiative as well as collaboratively as part of a team.




Why Join Us?


Channel 5 is an award-winning public broadcaster, reaching three in four UK viewers each month. Our programming spans popular factual series, history, natural history, reality shows, and acclaimed children's and current affairs programming. Join Paramount Global and Channel 5, and help us launch 5 - a brand set to redefine entertainment for everyone.