Category: Vacancies

Accelerate are looking for an assistant and a junior assistant to join us as soon as possible.
We are hoping to meet some bright and self-motivated candidates who genuinely wish to progress within the industry, specifically in the agent/managers sector.
The perfect assistant candidate will have at least a year’s experience in a talent agency/casting office, a working knowledge of Tagmin, good editing skills and fabulous people skills and will be comfortable dealing with clients, casting directors, producers etc.
Our junior assistant does not need any previous experience but must be keen to learn and have a positive attitude to getting involved in all aspects of office life whilst getting to know the business and supporting the rest of the team.
Both roles will be actively involved in the running of a small but busy office day to day.

Tasks will include (but are not limited to):

– Answering phones
– Updating Tagmin
– Setting meetings
– Making casting suggestions
– Co-ordinating client meetings/castings
– Reading/breaking down scripts
– Invoicing
– Managing expenses
– Theatre trips
– Processing clients’ contracts
– Updating showreels/client materials
– Arranging & attending publicity events/premieres with clients
– Arranging ADR
– Website updates
– Looking after upkeep of the office

Both roles will be predominantly office based. We are located in the West End of London.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
* Please note which role you are applying for in the email subject

Gordon and French are looking for a brilliant, intelligent and self motivated Agent’s Assistant, with relevant previous experience, to join our hard working team.

The perfect candidate must have exceptional administrative skills, a keen eye for detail and the confidence and resilience to be responsible for the running of certain elements of a list. They should be technologically astute, ideally with a flair for editing and knowledge of Tagmin. They should also know that they enjoy working within this specific area of the industry.

All assistants help with the day to day running of the G&F office, so a positive, can do attitude and a desire to get things done is essential.

Please send your CV and cover letter to:

office@gordonandfrench.co.uk

Salary commensurate with experience.

Thank you.

Agent’s Assistant – Part Time

Beresford Management is a vibrant, boutique Theatrical Agency situated in Twickenham, representing a select client list of exceptional talent across TV, Film and Theatre for 15 years.

We are looking for an assistant to join the Beresford Management Team!

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established agency and the ideal candidate should have the following skills/experience:

Previous experience in a talent agency or casting office is desirable
Excellent communication skills, computer literate with a strong telephone manner
Knowledge of Spotlight and other casting platforms
A keen interest in TV, Film and Theatre
Pro-active, hardworking and passionate about working in an agency
Knowledge/proficiency in MAC computers
Friendly, polite, able to multi-task with excellent organisation skills and the ability to remain calm and good humoured under pressure

Responsibilities will include:

Providing full administration support to the agents
Handling emails and calls from clients and casting directors
Updating Tagmin – our client management system
Tracking the status of contracts, online filing
Sending tapes and meeting requests to clients
Updating social media platforms and website
Invoicing
Attending drama school showcases

This position will provide a work from home format as well as working in our lovely Twickenham offices a couple of days a week. We are looking for an individual with a keen interested in developing their career to becoming an agent.

Please note only successful candidates will be contacted.

To apply please email a short paragraph about you and why you think you’d be a good fit for the job along with a copy of your CV to agents@beresfordmanagement.com with “Assistant Agent Application” in the subject line.

Closing date: 1st March 2023

42 is a fully integrated management and production company, producing film, television and content, representing actors, writers, directors, comedians, presenters, producers, casting directors and media book rights; with offices in London and Los Angeles.

It is seeking a full time Financial Controller.
This role reports into the CFO and the successful candidate will be responsible for:

42 M&P Ltd Financial Management (25%)

• Line manager responsibilities for Financial Accountant; providing ongoing support, development and experience sign off for qualification
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions; managing and reviewing the work produced by the Financial Accountant e.g. Month end, VAT returns
• Preparing UK payroll and responsible for company pay, p11Ds and pension queries for CFO approval
• Issue resolution
• Constantly seek improvements to existing systems and processes. Optimise processes and implement automation where possible e.g. financial systems, AP, expense management
• Credit card and personal expenses approval
• Coordinate the month-end and year-end close process and ensure internal and external deadlines are met

Group Annual Audit (25%)

• Responsible for leading the annual audit for 42 M&P and its group companies
• Coordinate with external auditors to prepare accounts and tax returns
• Preparation of group SPV accounts and tax returns
• Preparation of quarterly group consolidation
• Ensure company records are well maintained and are readily available for examination
• Ensure that accounts and confirmation statements are submitted to Companies House on a timely basis

Client Payments (50%)

Client Payments department is responsible for managing the finances on behalf of our clients we manage. Tasks performed by the team include invoicing; preparing client statements; handling significant volumes of client payments; liaising with client teams in respect to outstanding payments; managing commission, VAT and withholding tax; and responding to client and manager queries.

• Oversight and leadership of 42’s US and UK client payment department, providing a working interface between the client teams and finance team.
• Line manager responsibilities for Client Payments Lead and providing leadership support of the 4 members of the Client Payments team along with experience sign off for qualifications
• Overarching responsibility for correct VAT, W9 forms and withholding tax treatment and ensuring agency and client payments are managed appropriately with prompt and accurate payments
• Second approver of twice week client payment for 42’s Client Payment departments
• Responsible for managing any ad hoc projects within Client Payment e.g. Agency accounts, Client accounts, VAT and Outstanding payments
• Review of month-end commission
• Responsibility for identifying and delivering continuous improvements within Client payments processes and systems to increase accuracy, automation, controls and efficiency, with a focus on continued integration of the Client Payment team within the wider business
• Issue resolution (internally and externally) and a point of escalation for the business
• Monitoring and delivering Client Payment best practices and training within the team and across the business
• Working with Tagmin as Tagmin super-user and system administrator to improve capabilities of tool

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Be qualified with ACA/ACCA/CIMA professional accountancy qualification with post qualified experience
• Have a strong academic record with first degree 2:1 or above.
• Have experience of working within the entertainments industry ideally within a management company.
• Experience of managing and developing staff
• Experience working within a fast-paced finance function.
• Demonstrate strong financial understanding with thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Solid knowledge and interest in mechanics of VAT, Withholding tax and impact of exchange rates
• Skilled at in-depth financial analysis and providing expert financial perspective and opinions.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Be organised, self-motivated and focused on constantly improving (self, processes and systems)
• Have great communication skills and the ability to interact at all levels and departments of the organisation.
• Be a positive character with opinions you are not afraid to voice.
• Highest standard of accuracy and place importance in only circulating highest quality work
• Excellent Excel skills
• Knowledge of SAGE would be an advantage.
• Candidate must be confidence a self-starter, able to work independently and across different priorities with a can-do attitude.
• Motivated to be part of an exciting, growing business and the drive to become a key player in taking the business forward.
• A real team player

The role is full time and requires being based in our Central London Offices. Candidate could work 1 day a week from home. Office working hours are 0900-1800 or 0930-1830. Salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Additional benefits include generous holiday allowance, performance lead bonus scheme, and, after a qualifying period, healthcare.

At Casarotto Ramsay & Associates, we represent and manage many of the world’s best-known writers, directors, literary properties, and heads of department talent in theatre, film, television and new media. We also strive to welcome new, exciting and powerful voices to our client roster, and we are strongly and vocally supportive of diversity and inclusion of marginalised groups within our industries.

Founded in 1989, Casarotto Ramsay & Associates has not only an illustrious history, but also maintains a firm focus on the future. We are based in London but operate internationally. We are fiercely independent allowing us to represent widely celebrated talent, as well as to nurture rising stars, with individualised guidance and a personal touch.

Role Overview
A licensing and administrative assistant to two busy theatre agents, providing general administrative support to their executive assistant and associate and handling the English Language licensing of client work. Please note, full training will be provided in respect of all licensing and contractual work.

Main duties:
• Handling professional licensing requests in the UK and abroad, including negotiating terms (in collaboration with the primary agent), issuing and executing licences, and liaising with third parties to oversee payments.
• Negotiating (as directed) and administering other contracts and permissions licences, such as publication deals, radio drama agreements, digital distribution licences, etc.
• General administrative support and assistance for Mel Kenyon and Rachel Taylor’s offices, to include: filing contracts, invoicing client payments, updating and maintaining client CVs and biographies, compiling and circulating play reviews, taking meeting minutes, booking meetings, making travel arrangements, arranging house seats, updating monthly show listings, compiling expenses etc.
• Creative engagement with theatre department colleagues, reading and discussing scripts, seeing and reporting on theatre productions.

Essential Skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people in a professional context, and to build excellent personal relationships with clients, colleagues, your line manager, and external contacts.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks while working in a fast-paced environment.
• An enthusiasm to work with writers/directors/creatives (rather than actors).
• A commitment to championing diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.

Preferred Experience / Skills
• Contractual and / or legal knowledge.
• Experience providing administrative support.
• Experience in managing multiple people’s priorities and requirements at once.
• An ability to critically engage with plays, both scripts and productions.

To Apply: Please visit www.casarotto.co.uk/jobs to download Application Information Pack along with Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form (optional). Please do not apply without accessing this information first.
Casarotto Ramsay strives to support a creative industry that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our community, especially in supporting equal opportunities for our clients and colleagues regardless of gender, race, socio-economic background, age, disability, sexual orientation and national origin. As such we are making a concerted effort to foster an inclusive workplace culture and welcome applications from anyone with the skills and drive to support new, exciting work.

TTA is currently recruiting an Agents Assistant in busy agent’s office in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Very close to Hatfield train station. 15 minutes by overground train from Finsbury Park.

FULL-TIME POSITION. TO START ASAP.

The ideal candidate will be working closely with all the agents to handle the administration and daily tasks that come through the agency. Ideally have experience working for an agency, working with Tagmin and Spotlight. Hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Friday.

Main Duties:
• Handling incoming calls and emails and distributing them to agents as required.
• Booking in meetings, self-tape auditions and recalls directly with clients via Tagmin.
• Work will involve working with agents for child and adult actors.
• Liaising with clients about availability
• Updating internal systems such as Tagmin and Spotlight.
• General administration duties, including but not limited to, photocopying, filing, printing, post etc.
• Welcoming actors for meetings.

Suitable candidates must have/be able to:
• Organise themselves and be self-motivated
• Be able to work at a fast past
• Be able to work in a pressured environment
• Able to prioritise and time manage multiple tasks
• Great communication skills, both verbal & written
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good IT skills
• Can do attitude

TTA is a vibrant and fun actors agency that represent actors from all across the UK and Internationally.
Looking to start Immediately, so interviews will be starting in February. Salary dependant on experience. All training provided in house.

www.toptalentagency.co.uk

After 20 wonderful years our lovely bookkeeper is retiring so we are now looking for someone to join us for the next stage.

The role is quite open at the moment as there is a possibility to split the workload so that the company work is done by our accountants and the actors payroll is done in house. It is currently facilitated by one person on a part time basis of 3 days per week.

We are currently on Agentfile but will probably be making the transition to Tagmin in the very near future.

We would like someone who is office based.

As you can tell this is quite a good time for someone to have input into how this job is done.
Ideally you would have worked for a theatrical agency so have an understanding of the industry processes.

Please e-mail your cv to mail@gordonandfrench.co.uk

A rewarding opportunity is available as a full-time agents’ assistant at one of the UK’s leading talent agencies. At Sainou we represent some of the most exciting actors in the Film & TV industry and this role would form an important part of maintaining their success.

We are office-based in vibrant Shoreditch. You should have a minimum 12 months’ experience working in a detailed admin role, be able to work well as part of a team and be confident using your own initiative in a pressured environment. We are a busy office and it is imperative that you are focused, organised and possess an impeccable attention to detail.

KEY REQUIREMENTS
– Confident phone manner.
– Highly proficient using Macs.
– Be able to prioritise workload.
– Possess excellent communication and team liaison skills.
– Experience using social media platforms for promotion.
– Confident with accounts and figures.
– Enjoy an office environment and make a positive contribution to the team.
– Be able to maintain a high level of discretion & confidentiality at all times.

Salary commensurate with experience. Interviews will begin mid February 2024 for an immediate start (notice period-dependent).

If this is you, please email your covering letter and CV to applications@sainou.com

Sainou is committed to diverse, inclusive recruitment, regardless of gender identity, age, race, disability, religion, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status or any other basis.

United Agents Ltd (UA) is one of London’s leading talent agencies encompassing the worlds of film, TV, books, theatre and comedy. We’re currently looking to hire a Floating Assistant to join our successful and busy Comedy Department.

As the dedicated Comedy Floating Assistant, you will work to support all offices within the department, providing holiday cover within Agent’s offices when necessary. This is a very busy department supporting Agents who work with award winning writer-performers, comedians, actors, producers and directors – as such, there’s never a dull moment.

Responsibilities:

– Handling a high volume of emails and calls from clients and industry professionals e.g. producers, commissioners and casting directors. 

– Going to see clients in comedy, theatre, screenings

– Organising meetings/ auditions/ client self-tapes.

– Ensuring client CV’s and bios are up to date.  

– Building client material, putting together showreels.  

– Client submissions via Spotlight and on email.  

– Processing contracts, issuing invoices and keeping track of payment.   

– Script reading on behalf of and alongside Agents/clients.

– Diary management for the Agents and clients - which is often complicated in nature as often clients work across more than one discipline.

– Providing full administrative support to the department.
– Attending comedy previews and work in progress shows.

Key qualities and skills:  
– A real passion for and enjoyment of comedy, film, television and theatre is essential.

– Very strong attention to detail and organisational skills.    

– Trustworthy and accurate as will be dealing with highly confidential material and client information.

– Fantastic communication skills.  

– Be able to work under pressure, with tight deadlines and prioritise accordingly.

– The ability to build strong working relationships across the whole department.

– A can-do attitude, the willingness and ability to learn.

– The ability to remain calm under pressure.    

– A good listener, intuitive and adaptable.

– A good sense of humour.

– Previous industry experience in a talent agency or casting directors’ office desirable but not essential.

Closing date: 5pm, Friday 9th February 2024

As part of our commitment to building a diverse workforce we encourage applications from those who are currently underrepresented in our own workforce and wider industry. However you identify and whatever your background, we welcome you to apply.

Please apply using this link: https://unitedagents.bamboohr.com/careers/81?source=aWQ9MTU%3D

United Agents Ltd (UA) is one of London’s leading talent agencies encompassing the worlds of film, TV, books, theatre and comedy. We’re currently looking for a full-time Agent’s Assistant in the Comedy and Actors Departments. You will play a pivotal role in supporting an experienced Agent and managing an exciting list of writer-performers, actors, comedians, and digital talent.

This is a growing and busy office where you will be an integral member of the team. The ideal candidate would be calm and organised, with a good sense of humour, a proactive personality, and a genuine passion for talent management. A love of comedy is also essential.

Key Responsibilities

– Client Representation: assisting the agent in managing a roster of talent, including providing them with guidance, support and development advice. Submitting clients on Spotlight, pitching talent for upcoming projects and actively seeking new opportunities.

– Daily Office Administration: handling a high volume of emails and calls from clients and industry professionals e.g. casting directors, producers and commissioners. Processing contracts, invoicing and tracking payments. Building and maintaining client material, putting together showreels, updating client CV’s, script reading and reports, and other tasks to help the office run smoothly.

– Industry Networking and Events: building and maintaining relationships with industry professionals, attending showcases, previews, client shows, screenings, premieres, TV records and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, as required. Immersing yourself in the comedy industry and being aware of the important people.

– Industry Awareness: keeping abreast of new talent and seeking exciting new talent on behalf of the agent. Stay up to date on new projects, industry trends and casting calls.

– Diary Management: organising meetings, auditions and self-tapes on behalf of the clients. Managing agent’s and client’s day-to-day schedule.

– Live Work: assist agent in booking, invoicing and managing client’s Live work for comedy clients.

Key Qualifications and Skills  

The ideal candidate will have:
– Previous experience of working at a talent agency, casting directors’ office, a broadcaster or production company.

– Excellent communication and administrative skills.

– Very strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

– Friendly but professional manner.

– Be able to work well with other members of the department and team.

– Strong capability to multitask.

– Be able to work under pressure with tight deadlines and be able to prioritise accordingly, with a sharp eye for detail.

– Trustworthy and accurate as you will be dealing with highly confidential material and client information.

– Genuine passion for the entertainment and comedy industry.

Closing date: 10am, Monday 5th February 2024

As part of our commitment to building a diverse workforce we encourage applications from those who are currently underrepresented in our own workforce and wider industry. However you identify and whatever your background, we welcome you to apply.

Please apply using this link – https://unitedagents.bamboohr.com/careers/80?source=aWQ9MTU%3D