At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive financing strategies and secure investment for exciting film projects.
- Company: Independent film company with a growing pipeline of innovative content.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and expand your network in the film industry.
- Why this job: Lead the charge in film financing and make a real impact on the industry.
- Qualifications: Director or VP-level experience in film financing and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 85500 - 104500 £ per year.
Help to drive the financing 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 Financing 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 financing/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.
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. 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 Financing – C5288 employer: SEARCHLIGHT
SEARCHLIGHT offers an exciting opportunity for a Junior Finance Assistant to join a vibrant media team in London, where creativity meets finance. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages learning and development within the dynamic TV and entertainment sector. Employees benefit from hands-on experience, mentorship, and a supportive environment that values innovation and teamwork.
