Plimsoll is looking for an experienced and talented SHOWRUNNER / SERIES DIRECTOR to work with our BAFTA and Emmy award-winning team across a new premium factual entertainment series for a major streamer.

To apply for the role, you must have proven experience in both Series Directing AND Showrunning.

You must also have a strong track record of successfully delivering award-winning new formats and directing multi-camera factual entertainment productions. Proven experience of successfully managing and directing A-list talent, excellent script writing skills and overseeing multiple complex edits is essential.

Experience filming in remote and challenging environments is highly desirable. An understanding of climbing is also helpful.

You will be expected to work in our Bristol office when not on location, so candidates must be based in Bristol or willing to relocate/commute.

Start date: August 2026
Based: Bristol Office

Please apply with your CV, availability and rate.
Closing date: 21st July 2026

We are committed to increasing the diversity of the TV industry and actively encourage applications from all under-represented groups. Due to the number of applications, we may not be able to get back to you personally. If you haven't heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you haven't been selected this time.

If you have any access needs or alternate ways of communication, do let us know and we'll be happy to make adjustments.