Category: Vacancies

Hamilton Hodell are looking for an experienced candidate to cover a maternity leave for one of the TV/Film/Theatre Associate Agents in the CEO’s office.

The successful candidate would ideally have experience in a high level of contract and industry knowledge, and experience working within an agency. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a “can- do” attitude and excellent communication are essential along with exceptional organisational skills and a knowledge of Tagmin is desirable but not essential. In addition, a knowledge of and relationships with Casting Directors and their assistants is preferred.

Full time Contract position currently with a Feb 2023 start date.
Please submit applications asap including MATERNITY COVER in the title to vacancy@hamiltonhodell.co.uk

Please email a covering letter and CV
SUBJECT LINE: Experienced Agents Assistant 01/23 – PMA

The job is based at our Elstree Film Studios office
Interviews W/C 09/01/2023

Minimum of one year consistent previous experience working in a talent agency or casting directors office is essential
Salary depending upon experience
Opportunity for promotion and bonus

The successful candidate will have exceptional organisational, communication, written and verbal skills.
We’re looking for someone who is ambitious with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn, who has a passion for and good knowledge of Theatre, Film, TV and the Arts.
Computer literate, APM Associates use TAGMIN, training will be given.
We look forward to meeting you.

Responsibilities, Qualities and Skills include:
> Exceptional multi tasking ability
> Talent management support
> Providing full administrative support to the agents
> Overall maintaining the smooth running of the office
> Handling a high volume of emails and calls
> The processing and logging of contracts and organising online filing
> Client PR & Marketing
> Research
> Attending Drama School showcases, prospective and current client performances
> Client recruitment meetings and administration
> Organising auditions and castings
> Client submissions via email, casting platforms and Spotlight
> Using and updating social media platforms
> A confident, warm phone manner vital in this role, you’ll be speaking to clients and industry professionals daily
> First-rate time and diary management skills
> Well organised and enjoys research, setting up and maintaining systems, working to and achieving deadlines
> Trustworthy and accurate as you will be dealing with highly confidential material
> Strong attention to detail
> Languages are an advantage

McEwan & Penford is a long standing and proudly independent talent agency agency committed to incredible creative work across all corners of the entertainment industry.
We specialise in representing actors and creatives working internationally in film, theatre and television.
We are looking to recruit a dynamic Junior Assistant to join our close knit friendly team. Personality is everything – you should have boundless enthusiasm for theatre and screen work, curiosity, energy, an affinity for actors and creatives and an ability to learn quickly and think on your feet.
Being an agent is a wonderful career and it starts with great training. If you wish to seize this opportunity, send an email to: team@mcewanandpenford.com for details on how to apply. This is an entry-level position ideal for someone keen to to take their first steps in the industry.
We welcome suitably qualified applicants and in particular encourage applicants from under-represented groups in the industry including, but not limited to those with a global majority heritage, disability, diverse national origin or those from the LGBTQ+ community.
Closing date for applications January 15th 2023.

Runner – Actors Department – 12 month fixed term contract

We’re currently looking to hire an additional Runner to join our successful and busy Actors Department.

Our Runners work across all offices within our Actors Department, providing additional support and holiday cover within Agent’s offices when necessary. The role requires someone who can multi-task in all areas of talent management – dealing with a wide range of clients, casting directors, producers and the media.

The role requires someone who is hugely adaptable and has great attention to detail, and would suit an individual keen to take the next step in their career, working with a number of high profile offices.

We’re looking for a candidate with exceptional organisation, written and verbal skills who has a good knowledge of film, television and books. A can-do attitude is important, as is proficiency in the use of MS Office. It would be helpful if the successful candidate has at least one year’s experience either having worked in an agency or casting and be happy to turn their hand to anything.

Due to the requirements of the position, we are only able to consider applicants with the experience outlined.

Closing date: Friday 9th December 2022, 5pm

Please apply here:

Curtis Brown is one of the world’s leading literary and talent agencies, representing actors, presenters, authors, playwrights, film and television writers and directors and theatre directors.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an assistant to support a Presenters’ Agent in our Talent Department.
This role centres around delivering exceptional client care and systems administration in order to maximise success for clients, provide best possible service to production and publicity partners, support the development of the Agent’s Office and build loyalty to Curtis Brown.

The Agent represents a diverse list of performers and presenters across all aspects of the industry from Documentaries, Art, Comedy and Entertainment.

Our ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, great attention to detail, and a passion for and knowledge of the industry – particularly across television, radio and live events. This role is the ideal opportunity for someone excited by the challenge of working for a busy office and the skill set to adapt, learn and assist efficiently. Some experience in an administrative role would be useful, and some experience working within the creative industry, e.g. in a talent agency or casting agency, event management company or advertising agency.

Why choose us?

We are a passionate group of people who love what we do and love working with each other.

We offer an extensive list of benefits designed to meet your needs for today and in the future, including: free yoga and personal training classes, many health and wellbeing tools and resources, eyecare vouchers, a bike to work scheme, season ticket loans, private healthcare (after 2 years’ service), a retail discounts portal, various employee groups to get involved in, and much more!

We aim to build a creative environment that celebrates the differences of our clients and colleagues, offering equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, socio-economic background, age, disability, sexual orientation and national origin. In our role as conduits and champions of cultural expression we are conscious of our responsibility to reflect the world around us. This means making a considered effort to create an inclusive culture in the workplace and promote opportunities for the broadest possible range of talent. We welcome all applications from people with interesting ideas, skills and experience.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the interview process.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and attractive benefits package.

Start date: December 2022/early January 2023

You can find more information about this role including details of how to apply on our website jobs page: www.curtisbrown.co.uk/page/jobs

The closing date for applications is 9am Monday 5th December 2022.

Foreign Rights Assistant – Books Department – 12 month maternity contract

United Agents LLP (UA) is one of London’s leading talent agencies encompassing the worlds of film, TV, books, theatre and comedy.

We are looking for a full-time Assistant to support three Foreign Rights Agents in the Books department on a 12-month maternity contract. This is a very admin heavy role involving good organisational skills and attention to detail. A love of books and effective, warm communication skills are essential.

The successful candidate will provide general administrative support, including processing contracts, tax forms, raising invoices, chasing overdue payments and preparing rights guides and other sales material. This role is based in our London office but a hybrid working week is available for applicants needing flexible working.

Responsibilities:
– Deal follow through admin: Responsible for all deal follow through for two agents and some for third agent – which includes among other things drafting and processing contracts, liaison with authors re double-taxation forms, raising and chasing invoices, supplying material and/or information requested by publisher.
– Saving press and other sales material: Saving reviews and keeping press sheets up to date with new reviews, foreign sales and publication dates
– Rights guide: Responsible for putting together the adult rights guide twice a year for London and Frankfurt Book Fairs
Book fair admin – All admin associated with booking both London and Frankfurt Book Fairs, including arranging book fair schedules, Agents Centre applications forms, booking flights and accommodation where applicable and organising couriers.
– Agent trips: Responsible for scheduling meetings for any trips taken by any agent and any other admin associated with such trips.
– Permissions: Responsible for all foreign language permission requests.
– Accounts Department: Responsible for liaison with the accounts department, helping them process money, obtaining payment details, chasing overdue debts and any other help they might require.
– Primary agent support: Responsible for any primary agent support needed by one agent (this is minimal)
– General ad-hoc support to the Foreign Rights Agents

Qualities and Skills:
– Ability to work accurately at speed.
– Excellent communication skills.
– Strong attention to detail.
– Positive attitude combined with a willingness to learn and desire to get things done
– Prior experience in a literary agency/publishing industry would be beneficial but not essential
– A knowledge of and love for books is vital

We are committed to diverse, inclusive recruitment, regardless of disability, race, age, colour, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis.

Closing date: 5pm, Friday 9th December 2022

Apply via the link:
https://unitedagents.bamboohr.com/careers/58?source=aWQ9MTU%3D

Agent’s Assistant – Film, Television and Theatre Department – Below The Line

United Agents LLP (UA) is one of London’s leading talent agencies encompassing the worlds of film, TV, books, theatre and comedy.

We are looking for a full time Assistant to support an Agent within the Technicians Department who represents below-the-line talent in theatre, film and television. Clients represented in this office include: Production Designers, Directors of Photography, Editors, Costume Designers, Hair and Make Up Designers, Composers, Choreographers, Lighting Designers and Sound Designers. This is a lovely opportunity to grow and develop your skillset as an Assistant in a busy, fast-paced and fun office.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational, written and verbal skills and will need to be a strong organiser – confident, calm and collected. You will also need to be a good communicator as our work is done on the phone, in writing, and in person. Ideally, we are looking for a candidate who already has experience either in a theatre, with a theatrical producer or working for a production company or literary agency.

Responsibilities:
– Invoicing, tracking and chasing payments.
– Processing electronic contracts and start forms
– Handling a high volume of emails and calls, both from clients and producers.
– Script reading on behalf of Agent/Clients.
– Researching projects coming up
– Logging and liaising on availability checks
– Ensuring client CVs are up to date and UA’s digital media is promoting client’s work often and accurately.
– Ensuring that the projects database is up to date and accurate
– Providing full administrative support to the Agent in terms of running their list and managing client relationships
– Diary management for the office, the agent and the clients 
– Attending opening nights and screenings where appropriate
– Booking international and domestic travel for the agent and sometimes for clients too.
   

Qualities and Skills:  
– Conscientious, discreet and trustworthy.
– Ability to work accurately at speed.
– Outstanding communication skills.
– Numerate and literate
– Technologically competent.
– Strong attention to detail.
– Positive attitude combined with a willingness to learn and desire to get things done
– A knowledge of and love for theatre, television, and film.

We are committed to diverse, inclusive recruitment, regardless of disability, race, age, colour, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis.

Closing date: 5pm, Friday 9th December 2022

Apply via the link below:
https://unitedagents.bamboohr.com/careers/57?source=aWQ9MTU%3D

Identity Agency Group (IAG) is one of the leading talent agencies within the industry.

We are looking for an Agents Assistant to start late 2022 / early 2023.

We are looking for someone with experience in a talent agency or within casting, who is extremely organised, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

You should be computer literate, confident on the phone, proactive, a team player, resilient under pressure, and have a strong working knowledge of the industry.

A minimum of one years industry experience is required, with an extensive knowledge of casting directors and provable experience within a talent agency.

This will be a full-time position, working from our London office in the heart of the West End.

Salary is negotiable dependent on experience.

Please send your CV and cover letter to: vacancies@iagtalent.com

Identity Agency Group (IAG) is one of the leading talent agencies within the industry.

We are looking for a Senior Assistant ready to take the next step and grow within the team, to start late 2022.

We are looking for someone with proven experience in a talent agency or within casting, who is extremely organised, with excellent written and verbal communication skills and a great eye for talent. You should be computer literate, confident on the phone, proactive, a team player, resilient under pressure, and have a strong working knowledge of the industry.

A minimum of two years industry experience is required, with an extensive knowledge of casting directors and provable experience within a talent agency. This will be a full-time position, working from our London office in the heart of the West End.

Salary is negotiable dependent on experience.

Please send your CV and cover letter to: vacancies@iagtalent.com

Job Purpose:

In this role, you will be supporting one of our Talent Agents to ensure the clients receive the best possible service. As their assistant, you will need to have some experience to hit the ground running in this fast-paced team. You will be working on a list of established clients and an exciting growing list of up-and-coming talent too. They are looking for a passionate, hard-working person who is excited about the opportunity to work for a rapidly growing agency and take their career to the next level.

Duties (some of):
o Reading scripts and providing breakdowns
o Answering calls; speaking to and dealing with clients and industry professionals
o Support with scheduling client’s diaries with auditions, ADR, travel, press etc
o Handling queries for and on behalf of clients
o Tagmin admin, including auditions, tapes, invoicing and diaries
o Editing clips and showreels
o General admin support and office responsibilities such as diary management, office expenses, booking travel and conference calls
o Office duties (shared among assistants)

What you need (essential):
• A knowledge of and relationship with Casting Directors and their assistants
• Experience in a Talent Agency
• Basic PACT/Equity contract knowledge
• Spotlight knowledge
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Tagmin or similar
• Great organisation and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• A positive can-do attitude

Previous experience in a Talent Agency is vital for this role.