34 Tv Production jobs in the United Kingdom
Assistant Finance Manager, TV Production - Stellify

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About the Role
We're a busy, fast-moving, creative company with multiple projects in development and production. We're looking for someone to join our team in an Assistant Production Finance Manager role, helping to keep projects and the business running smoothly from a financial perspective. This is a hands-on position, working closely with producers and the wider operations team to ensure budgets are accurate, costs are tracked, and processes run efficiently.
We'd love to have someone on board who has experience in production finance, but we are open to training someone who has broad finance experience and is excited about the opportunity to work in the industry.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Production Support
+ Handle day-to-day finance tasks such as accounts payable/receivable, payroll, credit card reconciliations, procurement card reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and month-end activities.
+ Assist in preparing production budgets alongside producers and track spend against budget throughout the production cycle.
+ Maintain cost reports, cashflows, and forecasts, highlighting potential overspend early.
+ Process cast/crew payroll, supplier invoices, and expenses accurately and on time.
+ Provide support to Production Accountants as needed.
Reporting & Analysis
+ Prepare monthly management accounts and project-specific reports.
+ Contribute to cost reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
+ Support reporting for funders, broadcasters, and public bodies (e.g., NI Screen, Sony).
+ Assist with post-production wrap and final cost reporting.
+ Help with IR35-related reporting.
Compliance & Audit
+ Ensure day-to-day compliance with tax obligations, funding requirements, and audit processes.
+ Assist with government returns and external audits.
+ Support reporting on sustainability/greenhouse gas requirements when needed.
Process & Team Support
+ Help improve finance processes and systems for smoother operations.
+ Provide guidance to junior team members or freelancers when required.
+ Support producers and development staff with financial queries.
Skills & Experience
Essential
+ Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, Accounting Technician) or equivalent experience.
+ Around 2-3 years' experience in a finance role, ideally in a project-based or media environment.
+ Good working knowledge of UK tax, PAYE, IR35, VAT, and accounting standards.
+ Strong budgeting and cost-tracking skills.
+ Good communicator-able to explain finance clearly to non-finance colleagues.
+ Proactive, organised, and detail-oriented.
+ Ability to manage multiple deadlines and productions.
Desirable
+ Experience with production finance/accounting tools (e.g., Just TV or similar) but not essential
+ Experience with funding reports (e.g., NI Screen, HMRC tax credits).
+ Familiarity with industry contracts, union agreements, or freelancer payroll.
If you require any reasonable adjustments with any part of the recruitment process, including the application or interview process, please contact us at Please put Reasonable Adjustment Request in the subject line of the email.
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HEAD OF LEGAL & BUSINESS AFFAIRS, TV PRODUCTION, FTC
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HEAD OF LEGAL & BUSINESS AFFAIRS, TV PRODUCTION, FTC
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FTC (9 MONTHS +), JANUARY 2026 START
LEADING TV PRODUCTION COMPANY
LONDON (HYBRID)
A leading independent TV production company, part of a major global group, is seeking a Head of Legal & Business Affairs to cover a maternity position for an initial 9-month contract, starting in January 2026.
You will oversee its legal, commercial, and compliance operations across a wide-ranging and high-profile slate of programming.
The company produces award-winning factual, scripted, and entertainment content for all major UK broadcasters, as well as global SVOD platforms, alongside a host of international broadcasters.
Its portfolio spans premium documentaries, hit scripted shows, and long-running unscripted formats enjoyed by audiences worldwide.
This is a senior and highly visible role within the business, working closely with the senior leadership team, external partners, and legal colleagues across the wider group. You will lead a small in-house legal team and advise across both production and corporate matters, providing strategic, commercial, and solutions-focused guidance in a fast-paced creative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drafting and negotiating commissioning, co-production, financing, and acquisition agreements with UK and international broadcasters and platforms
- Overseeing production contracts, including talent, rights, and access agreements
- Managing development deals such as option, format, and co-production agreements
- Advising on compliance, rights, and editorial risk (defamation, privacy, Ofcom, contempt)
- Overseeing exploitation and distribution of the company’s back catalogue
- Leading, mentoring, and managing the legal and business affairs function, including one direct report
About You:
- Qualified Solicitor (5+ PQE) with significant post-qualification experience in media/TV production law
- Strong track record in drafting and negotiating complex agreements within the TV/media sector (international contracting desirable)
- Experience across both unscripted and scripted production is ideal (but not essential and we can consider either/or)
- Skilled at balancing legal precision with commercial pragmatism
- Experienced manager with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Confident, collaborative, and able to thrive under pressure with multiple deadlines
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced lawyer to play a pivotal role at the heart of a creative and ambitious production business, with exposure to world-class content and partnerships.
Senior Production Manager - Film & Television
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- Develop and manage detailed production schedules and budgets for film and television projects.
- Oversee all aspects of physical production, including location scouting, permits, equipment, and crew hiring.
- Coordinate and manage production teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Source and manage vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on all sets and production sites.
- Liaise with creative leads, post-production teams, and distribution partners.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production-related issues as they arise.
- Manage risk assessment and contingency planning for production challenges.
- Maintain accurate production records and reports.
- Contribute to the development of new projects and pitches.
- Proven experience as a Production Manager or Line Producer on multiple film and/or television projects.
- Strong understanding of all phases of film and television production.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively.
- Proficiency in production budgeting and scheduling software (e.g., Final Draft, Movie Magic, SyncSketch).
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Solid understanding of health and safety regulations in production environments.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Familiarity with industry standards and best practices.
- A passion for storytelling and a keen eye for creative detail.
Senior Production Designer - Film & TV
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Key responsibilities include collaborating closely with directors, cinematographers, and other key creative personnel to develop a unified artistic vision. You will create concept art, storyboards, mood boards, and detailed design renderings to communicate your ideas effectively. Managing the art department budget, sourcing materials, and overseeing the construction and dressing of sets are critical functions. This role requires a deep understanding of historical periods, architectural styles, and cultural contexts to create authentic and immersive worlds. You will ensure that all visual elements align with the narrative, tone, and technical requirements of each production.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Theatre Design, Architecture, or a related creative field, coupled with a significant portfolio of successful film or television productions. Proven experience as a Production Designer or Art Director on major projects is essential. Exceptional artistic talent, a strong sense of composition, color theory, and spatial design are mandatory. Proficiency in relevant design software (e.g., SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite) is expected. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are required to manage diverse teams and effectively communicate complex design ideas in a remote setting. This is a fully remote, project-based contract role, offering immense creative freedom and the opportunity to contribute to impactful productions from anywhere in the UK. We are seeking a visionary artist with a proven ability to bring compelling stories to life visually.
Lecturer in Creative Media Production
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Chichester College Group have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Lecturer in Creative Media Production at our Chichester College campus . You will join us on a part-time, permenant basis and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of pro rata of £27,785 - £3,325 per annum (i.e. 3,892.50 - 1,662.50).
Are you an experienced and passionate media or journalistic professional looking to inspire the next generation of journalists, website designers or TV and film producers ? Chichester College is seeking a Lecturer in this innovative and creative subject to join our fantastic team and help shape our students’ future careers in an exciting and innovative sector .
The Lecturer in Creative Media Production role:
As a Lecturer in Creative Media Production and Journalism, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning to our engaged students. Your expertise and enthusiasm will ignite their passion for the media sector, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this ever-evolving industry.
Key Responsibilities of our Lecturer in Creative Media Production :
- Undertaking teaching and learning related activities, including tutoring, as agreed. li>Ensuring that appropriate learning materials are prepared and assessments and assignments are undertaken in a timely manner. li>Undertaking administration and provide reports and statistics regarding student and teaching matters.
- Taking an active role in the achievement of high individual student retention and success rates, meeting or surpassing the relevant targets for each. li>Developing curricula and learning activities, taking into consideration literacy and numeracy development, and equality and diversity.
- Understanding personal responsibilities in relation to Safeguarding.
- Keeping up-to-date with current issues, changes, and policies relating to the educational sector.
- Participating in marketing activities and promote the College for the purpose of gaining sponsorship, advertising, good public relations and increased recruitment.
Our ideal Lecturer in Creative Media Production should have the following skills and experience:
- < i>Level 3 (or equivalent) in related subject
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro and After Effects (Adobe CC)
- Relevant subject experience
- Time management skills, organisational skills and the ability to meet targets and deadlines
- To obtain an appropriate teaching qualification as defined by the Corporation
Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.
Apply now to join a fantastic team!
Closing date: 22nd September 2025
You will be asked to upload a CV before starting an application form for this role. The system will take information such as education and employment history from your CV and auto-populate the relevant parts of the application form to save you time. For the best results, we recommend your CV is formatted without columns or tables. Please check the auto-populated information for accuracy.
Please note that your CV will not be seen by Recruiting Managers so please ensure your application form is fully completed.
Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
If you would like to learn more about our Lecturer in Creative Media Production role, then please click ‘apply ’ today!
All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks.
The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Lecturer in Creative Media Production
Posted 7 days ago
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Chichester College Group have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Lecturer in Creative Media Production at our Chichester College campus . You will join us on a part-time, permenant basis and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of pro rata of £27,785 - £3,325 per annum (i.e. 3,892.50 - 1,662.50).
Are you an experienced and passionate media or journalistic professional looking to inspire the next generation of journalists, website designers or TV and film producers ? Chichester College is seeking a Lecturer in this innovative and creative subject to join our fantastic team and help shape our students’ future careers in an exciting and innovative sector .
The Lecturer in Creative Media Production role:
As a Lecturer in Creative Media Production and Journalism, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning to our engaged students. Your expertise and enthusiasm will ignite their passion for the media sector, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this ever-evolving industry.
Key Responsibilities of our Lecturer in Creative Media Production :
- Undertaking teaching and learning related activities, including tutoring, as agreed. li>Ensuring that appropriate learning materials are prepared and assessments and assignments are undertaken in a timely manner. li>Undertaking administration and provide reports and statistics regarding student and teaching matters.
- Taking an active role in the achievement of high individual student retention and success rates, meeting or surpassing the relevant targets for each. li>Developing curricula and learning activities, taking into consideration literacy and numeracy development, and equality and diversity.
- Understanding personal responsibilities in relation to Safeguarding.
- Keeping up-to-date with current issues, changes, and policies relating to the educational sector.
- Participating in marketing activities and promote the College for the purpose of gaining sponsorship, advertising, good public relations and increased recruitment.
Our ideal Lecturer in Creative Media Production should have the following skills and experience:
- < i>Level 3 (or equivalent) in related subject
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro and After Effects (Adobe CC)
- Relevant subject experience
- Time management skills, organisational skills and the ability to meet targets and deadlines
- To obtain an appropriate teaching qualification as defined by the Corporation
Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.
Apply now to join a fantastic team!
Closing date: 22nd September 2025
You will be asked to upload a CV before starting an application form for this role. The system will take information such as education and employment history from your CV and auto-populate the relevant parts of the application form to save you time. For the best results, we recommend your CV is formatted without columns or tables. Please check the auto-populated information for accuracy.
Please note that your CV will not be seen by Recruiting Managers so please ensure your application form is fully completed.
Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
If you would like to learn more about our Lecturer in Creative Media Production role, then please click ‘apply ’ today!
All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks.
The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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Finance Manager - Media Production Business
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Role: Finance Manager – Media Production Business
Location: London (hybrid working) - Permanent
The Role: This role is working for an independent global entertainment business that is going through some exciting growth and an exciting strategy for the future. They are hiring for an exciting Finance Manager opportunity reporting directly to the Finance Director. You will be a core member of the wider finance team and play a key part in supporting and strengthening the Finance and Accounting function. You will have ownership of the monthly close process, reporting and forecasting and oversight of day-to-day accounting and finance operations of the licensing division. There is also a clear path for progression and a great opportunity to move into a managerial role within the team plus excellent salary, bonus, and benefits.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Own and perform monthly close procedures and maintain adequate accounting records.
- Full responsibility to prepare Monthly/Quarterly P&L and Balance sheet, analysis and commentary.
- Review, analyze and reconcile data to ensure the accuracy of the company’s financial reporting.
- Responsible for revenue recognition and related cost of sales transactions.
- Liaising with AR to issue invoices and monitoring minimum guarantees, advances and royalties
- Prepare cash flow forecast and analysis for the global licensing business.
- Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets in line with corporate FP&A timetables and working in conjunction with global sales executives.
- Ownership of long-range plan for the business unit.
- Report monthly dashboard / results / KPI in a timely manner to corporate FP&A team
- Collation of budgets and forecasts/reforecast across the rights and K&F production businesses
- Prepare UK monthly cash request to be submitted to corporate
- Liaising with royalty team and preparing agent reporting
- Prepare quarterly VAT submission
- Liaise with Hong Kong audit team for annual subsidiary audit
- Review expense reports with office manager
- Liaising with commercial, corporate, legal teams in NY, Toronto and UK.
- Responsible for marketing and tradeshow lines in Rights business P&L
- Prepare overheads for forecasting and budgeting across rights and K&F production business
- Other ad-hoc project duties as required by Director of Finance
Candidate Requirements:
- Minimum 1-2 years PQE (ACCA, CIMA)
- Strong Microsoft excel skills – vlookups, pivot tables
- Prior experience with ERP and FP&A/management reporting software and rights management database software is a plus (e.g. Netsuite, Workday Adaptive, Rightsline)
- Prior experience dealing with a global head office/parent advantageous and dealing with multi currencies
- Familiarity with tax withholding practices
- Proven capacity to contribute positively to team work
- Ability to both follow direction and work independently to effectively manage workload and prioritize activities
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills, oral and written as direct communication with clients and liaising with finance team in Canada.
- Experience with IFRS accounting
- Previous experience in distribution, television or other entertainment media is an advantage.
Company Information
Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.
Application
To be considered for this Finance Manager position please forward a CV as soon as possible.
Finance Manager (Distribution) - Media Production Business
Posted 89 days ago
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Role: Finance Manager (Distribution) – Media Production Business
Location: London (hybrid working) – 15-month fixed term contract
The Role: This role is working for an independent global entertainment business that is going through some exciting growth and an exciting strategy for the future. They are hiring for an exciting Finance Manager opportunity reporting directly to the Finance Director. You will be a core member of the wider finance team and play a key part in supporting and strengthening the Finance and Accounting function. You will have ownership of the monthly close process, reporting and forecasting and oversight of day-to-day accounting and finance operations of the distribution division. There is also a clear path for progression and a great opportunity to move into a managerial role within the team plus excellent salary, bonus, and benefits.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Own and perform monthly close procedures and maintain adequate accounting records.
- Full responsibility to prepare Monthly/Quarterly P&L and Balance sheet, analysis and commentary.
- Review, analyze and reconcile data to ensure the accuracy of the company’s financial reporting.
- Responsible for revenue recognition and related cost of sales transactions.
- Prepare cash flow forecast and analysis for the global distribution business.
- Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets in line with corporate FP&A timetables and working in conjunction with global sales executives.
- Report monthly dashboard / results / KPI in a timely manner to corporate FP&A team
- Manage and execute sales executives commission reporting and headcount reporting.
- Review producer reporting with the global rights team
- Liaise with tax computation team on annual UK tax submission and UK stat accounts
- Prepare investment recoupment tracker and analysis.
- Liaising with central corporate team, material ops teams, scripted team in Toronto, NY, LA and UK.
- Key point of contact with corporate finance and legal team to liaise on any queries.
- Perform ad hoc Duties as necessary.
Candidate Requirements:
- Minimum 1-2 years PQE (ACCA, CIMA)
- Strong Microsoft excel skills – vlookups, pivot tables
- Prior experience with ERP and FP&A/management reporting software and rights management database software is a plus (e.g. Netsuite, Workday Adaptive, Rightsline)
- Prior experience dealing with a global head office/parent advantageous and dealing with multi currencies
- Familiarity with tax withholding practices
- Proven capacity to contribute positively to team work
- Ability to both follow direction and work independently to effectively manage workload and prioritize activities
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills, oral and written as direct communication with clients and liaising with finance team in Canada.
- Experience with IFRS accounting
- Previous experience in distribution, television or other entertainment media is an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills, oral and written as direct communication with clients and liaising with finance team in Canada.
- Experience with IFRS accounting
- Previous experience in distribution, television or other entertainment media is an advantage.
Company Information
Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.
Application
To be considered for this Finance Manager position please forward a CV as soon as possible.
Sole Media Legal Counsel – Media Production Business
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