Job Description

Responsibilities

As a television/film/video producer, you'll need to:

raise funding
read, research and assess ideas and finished scripts
commission writers or secure the rights to novels, plays or screenplays
build and develop a network of contacts
liaise and discuss projects with financial backers - projects can range from a small, corporate video costing £500 to a multimillion-pound-budget Hollywood feature film
use computer software packages for screenwriting, budgeting and scheduling
hire key staff, including a director and a crew to shoot programmes, films or videos
control the budget and allocate resources
pull together all the strands of creative and practical talent involved in the project to create a team
maintain contemporary technical skills
organise shooting schedules - dependent on the type of producer role and availability of support staff
troubleshoot
ensure compliance with relevant regulations, codes of practice and health and safety laws
supervise the progress of the project from production to distribution
hold regular meetings with the director and act as a sounding board for the director
bring the finished production in on budget.

Working Hours

Normal working hours are from Mondays thru Fridays, from 9am to 4pm.

However, as per the film and television industry norm, sometimes work involves regular unsocial hours at weekends and sometimes long hours and time spent in meetings or on location is required.

What to Expect

The working environment may vary. You may be required to spend a lot of time in the office or may be based in a studio or on location. Much of the work is in Callander or London, but location work can be anywhere in the world.
You need to be highly motivated and able to withstand pressure, as this job can be very stressful.
Flexibility and mobility are extremely important, as is the ability to handle a high level of financial responsibility.

Qualifications Needed

The position requires 6 or more years of progressively responsible experience as a TV/Film Producer. The ability to lead a production team in the creation of full-length programmes is the primary skill set required for this position. To this end, exceptional management, negotiation, planning, organizational, financial and creative video presentation skills are a must. Preference will also be given to those with a bachelor's or higher degree in television production, film making and/or journalism. So, if you are a hard working team-oriented television/film production professional, that would enjoy working in an independent production company environment, we have a position for you.

For immediate consideration please submit your CV to the link provided and you may also include a link to your video portfolio.

Career Level Required: Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)

Experience Required: 5+ years

Education Required: Undergraduate degree

Job Type: Permanent

Job Status: Full time

Location of the Job

Callander, Stirling

Scotland

Closing Date

November 1, 2017

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £30,000.00 to £32,000.00 /year