At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth and manage client relationships in a creative video production environment.
- Company: Award-winning social enterprise focused on impactful video production.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, flexible hours, and the chance to shape a growing social enterprise.
- Other info: Join us in creating opportunities for young people in the creative industries.
- Why this job: Make a real difference while working with a talented team on award-winning projects.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in production or agency management, with strong client communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Pictures for the People is an award-winning social enterprise video production company. We create films and animations for charities, healthcare organisations, universities, public sector bodies and purpose-driven brands. Every commercial project we deliver helps fund training and employment opportunities for young people facing barriers to entering the creative industries. We're growing and are looking for an experienced Business Manager to help drive our next stage of growth.
We're looking for someone who understands the realities of production and can confidently manage client relationships, develop new business opportunities and oversee projects from initial enquiry through to delivery. The ideal candidate will have a background in video production, agency account management, production management or production company operations and will be comfortable speaking with both clients and creatives. You will work closely with the Founder and production team to help grow the business, improve systems and ensure projects run smoothly.
Business Development- Generate and nurture new business opportunities.
- Build relationships with charities, healthcare organisations, universities and purpose-driven brands.
- Respond to inbound enquiries and convert opportunities into projects.
- Attend networking events and industry meetings.
- Identify opportunities for repeat business and long-term client partnerships.
- Lead discovery calls and project scoping meetings.
- Prepare proposals, quotations and project budgets.
- Manage client communications throughout projects.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.
- Work alongside producers, filmmakers and animators to monitor project progress.
- Support resource planning and scheduling.
- Identify risks and solve problems before they affect delivery.
- Help maintain quality standards across all productions.
- Monitor project profitability and budgets.
- Contribute to strategic planning and business growth initiatives.
- Has at least 3 years' experience in a production company, creative agency or related environment.
- Understands video production workflows from briefing through to delivery.
- Enjoys balancing commercial objectives with social impact.
- Can work independently and take ownership of projects.
- Video production or animation industry experience.
- Experience writing proposals and winning new business.
- CRM management experience.
- Improve conversion rates from enquiry to project.
- Help secure new long-term client partnerships.
- Improve project profitability and operational efficiency.
- Hybrid and flexible working.
- Opportunity to shape a growing social enterprise.
- Work with a talented team producing award-winning content.
- Every project helps create opportunities for young people entering the creative industries.
Dyrektor / Manager Generalny in Somerset employer: Pictures for the People
Pictures for the People is an exceptional employer that not only champions creativity but also prioritises social impact, making every project a stepping stone for young individuals entering the creative industries. With a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to shape the future of a growing social enterprise. Join us in creating award-winning content while contributing to meaningful change in the community.
