THE COMPANY
Our client is an
Academy, BAFTA, and Golden Globe winning producer and distributor of British
films.
THE ROLE
As Distribution
Assistant you will provide support for senior leaders in sales, technical and
marketing teams to ensure a seamless and efficient release of titles in cinemas
across the UK and Ireland.
Key responsibilities:
- Support
theatrical holdovers by analysing box office figures
- Input
new film stats and holdover titles into the contract management system
- Prepare
weekly shipping sheets for new bookings and issue KDMs accordingly
- Help
organise and maintain scheduling sheets for upcoming releases
- Assist
in scheduling new releases on the UK calendar
- Update
exhibitors and their marketing teams with the latest materials, including
trailers, posters, and social media content
- Organise
both internal and external screenings and gather feedback
- Compile
data and release information to aid in forecasting and planning.
THE PERSON
To be successful in
this role, you should have a passion for and knowledge of films as well as be
organised and capable of managing time effectively. Quick decision-making and a
proactive approach to problem-solving is crucial, as is the ability to thrive
in a high-pressure, versatile environment.
Proficiency in Excel
and excellent analytical abilities are essential, plus strong verbal and
written communication skills.
Lastly, a solid
understanding of social media and its application in the film industry is
important.
NEXT STEP
If your skills & experience
fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role,
please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Searchlight only advertises active
roles
- Your details will be sent directly to the
Consultant who is handling this role
- We aim to respond to candidates within 14
days.
If this
role isn’t quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file,
please send it to sroffice@searchlight.com.
Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for
all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or
belief.
To learn more about Searchlight, see: www.searchlight.global