The
COMPANY
Our client is a well
established SVOD platform which connects audiences with high-quality
content.
The
ROLE
Reporting into the Central Finance team, you will be
responsible for assessing project pre-greenlight materials, challenging budget
line item costs, ensuring accuracy and timelines of the proposed budget and
cost schedule.
Key
Responsibilities -
- Support production plans through analysis of the budget,
and review cost reports regularly as the production continues.
- Confirm production spend is as per budget and report on
production margins.
- Create a productive relationship with the production
line manager, having weekly calls and attending pre-production meetings.
- Apply and maintain the correct paperwork for
the project, e.g. loan agreements. Keep up with reporting as required and
conduct ad hoc analysis.
- Assist Controller on evaluation of
commercial terms.
- Evaluate costing implications if changes are required to
the agreed production budgets.
The
CANDIDATE
With extensive experience as a Senior Production
Manager, Line Producer or Programme Finance Manager within DRAMA, you will have in-depth
experience of production, commissioning, broadcasting, budgeting and commercial
terms.
Financially astute, you will be a strong negotiator, and
be very familiar with funding models and operational logistics.
It goes without saying that you will have fantastic attention
to detail, be an excellent communicator, and thrive in a fast paced work environment.
Frequent travel to Sweden is also essential for this role.
The
REWARDS
A competitive salary is available to the successful
candidate.
If your skills & experience fit the above
requirements and you would like to take the next step, please apply online
attaching your CV in WORD format.
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