Violet Films Is Hiring!

We are looking for a motivated and proactive full time Assistant. 

Initial short term contract with potential for longer term.

Start date: ASAP 

Location: South London 

About the Role

Full time Assistant to provide integral support to the Director/Producers. You will be required to manage all aspects of a busy workday schedule (diarising appointments / calls). You will need to be self motivated, meticulous and flexible, and able to handle a wide range of tasks. In a small but very busy team, a can-do solutions based attitude and willingness to test your skills is essential.

Past experience in production/personal assistant or administrative support roles are desired, but not essential - any candidate will have fantastic organisational skills & time management, and be able to work quickly and effectively across a variety of assignments - from basic to complex, and usually under time pressure. Excellent attention to detail and confident/efficient communication are vital.

The role will provide exposure to many aspects of film production and a keen interest in social and political issues would be highly beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities are not limited to, but likely to include:

• Diary Management: managing calendars, organising calls and meetings across multiple time zones.

• Travel Management: organising and booking travel arrangements, liaising with a broad range of partners to ensure that logistics are being appropriately managed, preparing detailed schedules/itineraries.

• Office Management: ensure smooth day-to-day running of the office. 

• Expenses and Invoicing: logging expenses and preparing invoices, liaising with bookkeeping and accountancy support. 

• Project Research: researching appropriate film contributors/projects, draft treatment preparation. 

Ideal Candidate

• Solid experience of diary management at Senior Management level in a complex and busy department, ideally in the film or television industry

• Able to communicate confidently and to work collaboratively within a diverse team

• Experience of handling confidential information appropriately

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and accomplished at establishing and maintaining external relationships

• Experience of working in a pressurised and challenging environment whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to use initiative to plan ahead

• Strong organisational skills and management of conflicting demands to meet deadlines

To apply, send CV and covering email to info@violet-films.com