NEScreen Crew Academy

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(Leeds Based)

Story Editor
Emmerdale
12 Months FTC, Full Time
Leeds, UK
Closing date: Sunday 26th March 2023
Hiring range: £53,880 - £56,446

Would you like to be part of Emmerdales, award-winning continuing drama story team ?
In this role you will be liaising with the Series Producers and Story Producer to ensure creative coherence between story and script departments.

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, Apply NOW!

ITV jobs website : http://n.rfer.us/ITVpAe3J1
Closing Date : Sunday 26th March 2023

PayPlan: Financial Wellbeing |Employed

**Training Opportunity**

BECTU are running PayPlan: Financial Wellbeing for their members. This webinar offers advice on how to keep your finances under control and how to use practical steps to make things more manageable.

Registration is free for BECTU members and the webinar will take place tomorrow March 22nd at 12:30pm.

For more information and to registers, follow the link below.

PayPlan: Financial Wellbeing |Employed This webinar offers advice on how to keep your finances under control and how to use practical steps...

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BBC are currently looking for a Production Accountant and Assistant Accountant to join their lovely team, working on a BBC Studios Kids and Family Drama based in Newcastle, starting early April for 8 – 10 months.

Please get in touch if you are available and would like more info -
[email protected]

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(London based, with support offered to relocate)

Have I Got News For You – Production Trainee

Hat Trick has created a fantastic position for a Production Trainee on our longest running entertainment show. There is no better time to be part of our talented production team, and help bring the 65th and 66th Series to everyone’s screens.

This role would be perfect for you if you have a keen interest in current affairs, politics and comedy. You may be starting your career journey or you may be considering a career change – for this role you will need to be engaged and focused with the self-discipline to sometimes work alone and also have the confidence to ask questions, present ideas and contribute to the editorial as part of the creative team.

As a Production Trainee you will have varied responsibilities, which include viewing and logging major news channels and programmes, reading and logging newspapers and social media, contributing to round ideas and editorial content and supporting the studio on record days by being one of the studio Runners.

As the role would require being one of the Runners on studio days, you would be part of a small team helping us to ensure a smooth studio record day and for that we need enthusiasm, common sense and professionalism.

As a Trainee, you will learn on the job and be provided with support and mentoring that is needed to develop your research skills and abilities. We do not expect prior experience of working in this type of role, but a passion for the industry, our programme content and the motivation to begin your career in this field is a must!

This is a 9 month contract starting early March 2023 until 15th December 2023, it is London-based and will require you to be in the office or studio most of the time with minimal remote working.

We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. Valuing diversity means celebrating and respecting difference. At The Hat Trick Group it is important to us that our workforce reflects the wide and diverse audience that watch or listen to our content, and we want to create an environment that celebrates the voices of all who work for us.

Our offices are accessible. Please let us know if you need any assistance during your application in terms of reasonable adjustments including access needs or potential disruptions in your working environment. If you would like this advertisement in an alternative format, please do get in touch.

For those living outside the M25 Hat Trick can offer a financial bursary if relocation is necessary.

Sound like the perfect role for you? Please apply to [email protected] with a covering letter and CV and information on where you saw the job posted.

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Wooshii are currently looking for a Camera Trainee/ PA to join their Gateshead team for a branded content shoot in York on Friday 24th of February.

The applicant must have prior experience and be available for a 10hr working day. They preferably need a base in North Yorkshire due to the early morning call time or be happy to travel to and from set.

The applicant will be paid a £250 fee, must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle with Wooshii covering travel expenses. Lunch will also be provided on the day.

**POSITION CLOSED**

**TRAINING OPPORTUNITY**

Grierson DocLab is open again for it's 11th year.

The programme is for UK-based 18–25-year-olds from under-represented backgrounds who don’t have connections to get started in their documentary/factual TV careers. 12 places are available, and the initiative offers training, paid work placements, mentorships, career development support and much more.

Deadline is this Friday, 24 Feb at 5pm for applications.

You can find more information and apply via their website: https://griersontrust.org/grierson-doclab/core-2023

Our Grierson DocLab core training programme is officially open for applications, with thanks to support from The Rank Foundation

Aimed at new entrants to the industry aged 18-25 and UK-based, the programme will equip 12 successful candidates with the skills, confidence and connections to thrive in factual TV and documentary making 🎬

We’re looking for candidates interested in exploring a variety of new entrant roles – people who have fresh perspectives, creative ideas and a positive, can-do attitude towards the programme and their career in TV to apply. You don’t need to have studied media, film/TV or be a graduate to be eligible – just a clear and demonstrable passion for all things documentary and factual TV!

We especially welcome applications from people currently under-represented in the TV industry. So, if you’re from a lower socio-economic background, the LGBTQ+ community, from an ethnic minority group, are disabled or from outside of London (or any other group that is under-represented!), we’d love to hear from you.

Sound like you? Or maybe someone you know? Find out more 👉 bit.ly/GDL23FB

Applications close on Friday, 24 February at 5pm.

With thanks to our supporters, The Rank Foundation, Blueberry Creative Consultants, Clear Cut Pictures and Talented People.

Unscripted TV development: summits for development teams - Training Course

**TRAINING OPPORTUNITY**

UK film & TV craft certificate: My First Factual TV Job 2023 – Yorkshire

This four-month, part-time course (April to July, 2023) will give successful applicants detailed training in all the roles and responsibilities they’ll be asked to carry out in the first six months of their factual TV careers within editorial, production management and post-production departments.

No previous film & TV qualification is required to take part in this course. The course is entry-level and is specifically targeted towards those who believe they have the right skills – and personal strengths – to start a career as a runner, researcher, or production secretary within factual TV programmes.

Deadline: Midnight, Monday 20th February

Apply Below

Unscripted TV development: summits for development teams - Training Course ScreenSkills

Have you signed up to our Bootcamp?

Reserve your FREE space on our Crew Academy Scripted Film and Drama Bootcamp in Middlesbrough!

This Bootcamp is an all-day event on the 8th of March that will provide you with valuable tools and information to kickstart your career in the film and TV industry.

If you want to get started in the screen industry or are thinking about a career change, then our Crew Academy Bootcamp is a must!

You must be over 18 and based in the North East to attend.

Click here to learn more and sign up: http://bit.ly/3RWzvLq

Tees Valley Combined Authority Middlesbrough Council

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(Leeds Based)

Driver Storeperson Lighting Department , ProVision
12 Month FTC
Leeds
Closing date: Sunday 19th Feb 2023

ProVision are one of the UK’s leading equipment hire companies, providing Lighting, Cameras, Grips and Sound to the Television and Film industry.
Wholly owned by ITV and with bases in Leeds, London and Manchester we are looking to recruit a Driver Storeperson to support us in providing a high standard of service to our ProVision clients.

This role entails…

This role is an amazing opportunity for someone looking to start a career within the TV industry who has a keen interest in learning more about lighting, camera, sound and grip equipment!
The Driver/Store person is responsible for preparation, delivery & collection of equipment to ProVision customers as directed by the Head of Sales and Technical Operations and Lighting Supervisor, focusing at all times on providing a high standard of service to all ProVision clients.

Representing ProVision in a professional manner, the Driver Storeperson will deliver and collect equipment from various locations and companies. You will load and unload equipment; ensuring data is entered accurately on to our stock control system including all items are PAT tested and prepped to our high standards. You will also maintain our vehicles, cleaning and refuelling as required.

If you have the right skills and experience please apply here - http://n.rfer.us/ITV2yT3Bb

Job Description - EXEC DEVELOPMENT PRODUCER

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Following on from our call out yesterday, we have another opportunity from Wander Films. This time, they are also looking for an Exec Development Producer to join their team in Middlesbrough.

Please see full details below:

Wander Films are looking for an experienced Exec Producer to join our multi award winning team!

Having experience in developing original ideas within Factual TV is a must, as well as progressing them through to commissioning, seeking new talent, working on productions and having ambition to progress and develop this department.

The role will involve working on a variety of projects at different stages of production.

Some key mentions:

Initial freelance contract for 6 months

1-2 days per week

Wander are a Video Marketing agency moving into the world of TV and have been announced as a PACT Future30 Indie making waves in the UK Indie scene.

If you’re super into Factual Content, have experience in television production, love
pop culture and documentary this could be the opportunity you've been waiting to *slap* you in the face.

Is this for you?! We hope so! Send us a 90 sec video on; why we should reach out to you and only you. Please also send us your CV.

(*not really slap we don’t condone violence at Wander Films*)

For the full job description, please click here -

Job Description - EXEC DEVELOPMENT PRODUCER Job Description Job title: Exec Producer Main purpose of job: Wander Films is an independent production company creating next level visual content for brands to ® online. We’re a Pact Future30 company, expanding into the world of TV production. The Exec Producer will be ...

Job Description - Junior Development Producer

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Wander Films are currently hiring a Junior Development Producer to join their team in Middlesbrough.

Please see below for more details:

Wander Films are looking for a Junior Development Producer to join our fast growing and multi award winning team!

Having experience in developing original ideas within Factual TV is preferable, as well as working on other TV productions and having ambition to progress and develop these skills.

Wander are a Video Marketing agency moving into the world of TV and have been announced as a PACT Future30 Indie making waves in the UK Indie scene.

Some key mentions:

Initial freelance contract for 6 months

37.5 hours per week

This is a junior role and will involve working on a variety of projects at different stages of television production. So if you’re super enthusiastic, self motivated and have a huge interest in television production, pop culture and documentaries this could be the opportunity you've been waiting to *slap* you in the face.

Is this for you?! We hope so! Send us your CV and a 90 sec video on; why we should reach out to you and only you. We’re interested in getting a vibe for what you’re all about!

(*not really slap we don’t condone violence at Wander Films*).

To view the full job description, follow this link -

Job Description - Junior Development Producer Job Description Job title: Junior Development Producer Main purpose of job: Wander Films is an independent production company creating next level visual content for brands to ® online. We’re a Pact Future30 company, expanding into the world of TV production. The Junior...

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J6 Films are currently looking for 3 experienced runners who drive and own their own vehicle for a commercial shoot in Northumberland on the 16th February.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DRIVE AND OWN VEHICLE​, HAVE 2 OR MORE YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A RUNNER, AND ARE FAMILIAR WITH USING RADIO COMS.

If available and interested, please send CV's to [email protected]

Good luck if you choose to apply!

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(Manchester based)

Camera Assistant - Coronation Street
12 Month FTC, Full Time
Office Location: Manchester
Closing Date: Sunday 5th Feb 2023

Coronation Street is looking for a talented Camera Assistant to join the team on a 12 month fixed term contract. You will need to have a keen passion for Corrie, a flair for continuity and an enjoyment of working collaboratively with the Camera Department.
Supporting the camera crew in routine operation to ensure unit efficiency and high quality output during preparation, rehearsal or transmission of the production. This will include all areas of operation including studio and location.

If you have the right skills and experience, please apply here - http://n.rfer.us/ITVdrw36w

Timeline photos

Applications are now open for the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund, an initiative that supports emerging filmmakers across the UK and Ireland. This opportunity will give five filmmaking teams a chance to make a short documentary film with a budget of £30,000.

Learn more and apply: http://bit.ly/3Xqpwjt

Have you signed up to our Careers and Networking event? It takes place next Thursday at The Salt Market Social in North Shields.

Click this link to find out more and sign up: https://bit.ly/3HNieS2

Are you a new starter in the screen industry? Then you won’t want to miss our Careers and Networking event on Thursday, the 19th of January.

During the event, you will hear from industry professionals who can offer you valuable advice and guidance. There will also be a Q&A so you can have your burning questions answered.

Follow this link to learn more and reserve your FREE space: https://bit.ly/3HNieS2

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(Manchester Based)

Driver Storeperson Lighting Department - ProVision

12 Month FTC
Manchester
Closing date: Sunday 8th Jan 2023

ProVision are one of the UK’s leading equipment hire companies, providing Lighting, Cameras, Grips and Sound to the Television and Film industry.

Wholly owned by ITV and with bases in Leeds, London and Manchester we are looking to recruit a Driver Storeperson to support us in providing a high standard of service to our ProVision clients.

This role is an amazing opportunity for someone looking to start a career within the TV industry who has a keen interest in learning more about lighting, camera, sound and grip equipment!

If you have the skills and interests they are looking for, apply now using the link below.

ITV Jobs website : http://n.rfer.us/ITVZgE2zF
Closing date: Sunday 8th Jan 2023

High-end TV and Film: Step up to 1st Assistant Director

**TRAINING OPPORTUNITY**

Step up to 1st AD

ScreenSkills are currently offering some free training for 2nd and 3rd AD's who are ready to step up to 1st. It is important that you have the right experience when applying, as ScreenSkills aim to provide opportunities for half of the candidates who train to go onto paid placements within HETV and Film for 10 weeks. We actively encourage participants working in Continuing Drama, who are ready to move into HETV or Film with training and placements.

The training will break down the role and responsibilities of the 1st AD from prep to production, including breaking down a script and creating an effective and efficient schedule, understanding departmental requirements, working safely and to the industry agreements, leading and managing relationships.

They will also focus on understanding shots, set-ups and camera plans, generating reports and paperwork and the impact of decisions on the budget. Combining real life experience and best practice, you will come away feeling truly enabled to Step up into the position of 1st AD.

The programme is delivered over 5 modules, with 9 elements in total, you will cover:
• Role & Responsibilities of the 1st AD
• Scripts & Schedules
• Budgeting
• Working safely: planning for Stunts / SFX / Intimate scenes and Effective Recces
• Running the set and effective Leadership
• Reports & Paperwork
• Key relationships
• Wrap Up session covering key components of all modules

All training is delivered online via Zoom.

For further details and to express your interest in the course, click the link below.

High-end TV and Film: Step up to 1st Assistant Director A programme of accessible and practical workshops. We will break down the role and responsibilities of the 1st AD from prep to production, including breaking down a script and creating an effective and efficient schedule, understanding departmental requirements, working safely and to the industry ag...

High-end TV and Film: Resilience workshops for craft and tech heads of department or managers

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Resilience Training for HOD'S

ScreenSkills are currently offering some free training to HOD's and Managers currently working in HETV and Film. They may also accept some candidates from Continuing Drama, if they can show experience in HETV and Film in their credits within the last 4 years.

This programme is aimed at building resilience on a personal and team level across departments, to support better working practices and healthier workplaces. The workshops will combine real life examples of issues and give practical tips, tools and techniques to build skills towards resilience and success. Recognising and acknowledging the pressures of the screen industry, course attendees will come away with renewed self-belief and an appreciation of why self-care and care of your team is crucial to achieving goals on production. The programme is 4 hours in length, delivered in 2 x 2 hour blocks to enable higher uptake.

You will cover:
How to look after yourself - Understanding personal wellbeing, managing stress and adapting routines for healthier action during productions.
How to manage expectations from your team - The workshop will provide a toolkit of resources to aid with managing expectations, both from within the team as well as dealing upwards and sideways effectively.
Ensuring a good work life balance - Effective techniques towards building a workplace environment conducive to good working practices.
Encouraging good working practice in your teams - Focus on the key elements of successful teams and what 'good' within the context of production means.

All training is delivered online via Zoom.

For further details and to express your interest in the course, click the link below.

High-end TV and Film: Resilience workshops for craft and tech heads of department or managers This is a programme of development and support for Heads of Department and Managers who want to have a better understanding of their own wellbeing and mental health triggers, to build resilience for themselves and their teams. Leading to more supported work environments better work life balance. The...

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Chatterbox are looking for some crew to join them in filming a BBC observational documentary in the Sunderland area on December 30th and either January 3rd or 4th (TBC)

They are currently recruiting for a Camera Assistant with data wrangling experience as well as a Runner (preferably with their own transport).

If you are available, please send your CV’s to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Your Name – Camera Assistant’ or ‘Your Name – Runner’

Good Luck!

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Animation Production Coordinator

Arcus Animation Studios are seeking an animation production coordinator to oversee the production of an ongoing commercial animation.

The candidate will operate within established systems of production and work in close partnership with Arcus Studios' Animation Director. Training and instruction in these systems will be given to the candidate.

The role will be part time with the opportunity to grow into a full time role.

Experience in animation is desirable but not necessarily essential.

Pay rate will be determined upon the experience of the candidate.

Please send CV's and any questions to [email protected]
Please use the subject heading Project Coordinator Role

Closing date for applications is January 5th, 2023

If you have no direct experience in animation but are interested in the role please add a short paragraph outlining why you would like to work in the sector.

I WANT A RUNNER JOB But I can’t drive! — THE TV WATERCOOLER

We have another great article from the TV Watercooler which we'd love to share with you. Especially for those of you who are new to the industry and would like some support with passing your driving test.

Click the link below for more information.

I WANT A RUNNER JOB But I can’t drive! — THE TV WATERCOOLER It’s a familiar problem but have you thought of this?

**URGENT CALL OUT**

We have just been contacted by Studio Lambert who are looking for a Runner/Driver to transport a transit van from Sunderland to Hull, as soon as possible today. The person must be over 21 for insurance purposes and to adhere to their Covid policy, you must be double vaxinated. They're hoping the van can be there by 2pm, but obviously they understand this is a short turn around so as soon as possible would be great.

This is a paid position and travel expenses will be covered.

*POSITION FILLED

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(Leeds or Manchester based)

ITV are looking for an Assistant Digital Producer to work as part of their continuing drama programming.

Read on for the full details:

Assistant Digital Producer
Continuing Drama, ITV Studios
Permanent, Full Time
Office Location: Leeds or Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Closing Date: Tue 13th December 2022

This role entails…
The Assistant Digital Producer will be producing content for Continuing Drama across ITV.com and social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Working across mediums of video, photos, graphic design and written word, the aim of this role is to entertain and engage our audience.

If you have the right skills and experience please apply here: http://n.rfer.us/ITVb3P2vR

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Production company, Greatcoat Films are shooting a music video in Newcastle and are looking for a Grip on the 11th & 12th December.

If interested and available, please send updated CV's ASAP to [email protected]

**URGENT CALL OUT**

A production based in Hartlepool are looking for an experienced AD to work alongside their 1st AD for a series of crowd 'Rave' scenes filming in the Tees Valley area from tomorrow (8th) until Saturday (10th).

If you're interested and available, please send your CV to [email protected].