At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive finance strategy, secure investment, and support film projects from development to release.
- Company: Independent film company with a growing pipeline of exciting projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equal opportunities and creative collaboration.
- Why this job: Lead financing for innovative films and make a real impact in the industry.
- Qualifications: Director or VP-level experience in film finance and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 85500 - 104500 £ per year.
Help to drive the finance strategy, secure investment and support a slate of projects moving from development to release.
THE COMPANY
Our client is an independent film company with an expanding pipeline of film and television projects, they are now seeking a strategic financing lead to strengthen their commercial foundations and support future growth.
THE ROLE
The Head of Film Finance will develop financing strategies and lead the charge to raise and organize capital for key projects and the broader content slate.
- Raise capital through traditional equity, debt-lending, domestic and international tax incentives (and other soft-monies/grants), and engage with international pre-sales companies.
- Negotiate financing agreements, term sheets, and funding commitments.
- Build relationships with investors, financiers, banks, studios, distributors, and sales agents.
- Attend international film markets and interface between USA, UK, and European financiers, studios, and other finance sources.
- Conduct financial modeling across various independent film fundraising scenarios and budget levels, including multi-tier participation waterfalls, debt investments, and recoupment projection tracking.
- Provide risk and market viability analysis across the budget range(s) of the slate projects.
- Lead financial close processes and ensure funding is secured in line with production timelines.
- Aid in negotiating distribution deals for finished films and/or secure multi-project deals where applicable.
- Work alongside the Principal in identifying opportunities and aiding the company’s expansion into the UK and co-production markets.
THE PERSON
The successful candidate will have solid Director or VP-level experience in film finance/executive producing with a strong understanding of production financing, tax incentives, international co-productions, film economics, and revenue waterfalls. You will possess strong financial modelling, forecasting, and investment analysis skills.
You will have a proven track record of raising capital and closing financing transactions, together with experience negotiating co-production, financing, and investment agreements. The ability to source investment from high-net-worth individuals and family offices is essential. Strong commercial judgement, negotiation skills, and the ability to assess investment opportunities are essential.
You will bring excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills, supported by an established network across US and international talent agencies, sales agents, financiers, and distributors.
We strive 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.
Head of Film Finance – C5288 employer: SEARCHLIGHT
As an independent film company with a dynamic and expanding pipeline of projects, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to drive meaningful change in the industry. Our commitment to professional growth is evident through tailored development opportunities and the chance to engage with international markets, making this an exciting environment for those passionate about film finance. Join us in a role where your strategic insights will directly influence the future of our creative ventures.
