At a Glance
- Tasks: Support production teams by managing budgets, logistics, and communication for exciting media projects.
- Company: Join VERSANT, a leading media and entertainment company with iconic brands like CNBC.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and creativity.
- Other info: Collaborative culture that values creativity and clarity in everything we do.
- Why this job: Be the operational heartbeat of creative teams delivering impactful content across global campaigns.
- Qualifications: 2-4 years of experience in budget management and familiarity with video production workflows.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment.
CNBC is the world’s No. 1 business and financial news network. Its mission is to help the influential and aspirational make astute decisions to get ahead by providing live market updates, breaking news, in-depth analysis and exclusive interviews.
We’re seeking a highly organized and proactive Production Administrator to join the CNBC International Advertising Sales Group, working closely with the Brand Studio and Events production teams in EMEA and APAC. This role will act as the operational and administrative backbone of the production process for both teams.
You’ll collaborate closely with producers, editors, and production houses, to manage and track costs, coordinate logistics, and maintain efficient communication with internal teams. You maintain and update all cost sheets as well as work closely with the finance team on a quarterly reconciliation of expenditure. The role will also work closely with our HR department to ensure our freelance teams are onboarded correctly and compliantly.
This is an ideal position for someone who is well organized, diligent, and thrives in a fast-paced media environment. You’ll join a fun and passionate content production team working across global campaigns featuring digital storytelling and branded video experiences.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Maintain cost reports for all live projects across the CNBC Brand Studio & CNBC Events teams in EMEA and APAC.
- Raise PO’s and onboard vendors.
- Code incoming invoices and expenses and allocate them to the correct project cost sheet.
- Lead a quarterly reconciliation with the finance team to ensure all expenditure is being tracked accurately.
- On board freelance staff ensuring all compliance checks and legal requirements are being met i.e IR35, right to work.
- Contribute to shoot logistics with producers (call sheets, bookings, travel).
- Support post-production process by working with editors to ensure deliverables meet agreed delivery specs and quality control.
2–4 years’ experience tracking and managing budgets. Hands-on familiarity with both video production and digital content workflows. Strong organization and communication skills, with a knack for multi-tasking. Strong Excel and SAP skills, managing multiple files and maintaining budget trackers effectively. A solutions-oriented problem solver, who can navigate fast moving timelines. Experience with budgeting software, as well as the usual MS Office Suite.
Prod Admin, Branded Content & Events, CNBC in London employer: VERSANT
Versant in Belfast is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among diverse teams. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth within the thriving sports entertainment sector, alongside a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions that make a meaningful impact. With a focus on work-life balance and a supportive environment, Versant stands out as a rewarding place to advance your career.
