London Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Mobile Network Commercial Casting Friends or Families of East Asian Heritage

We’re casting an exciting new commercial for a mobile network and would love to see couples, friends and families.

Looking for Friends or Families of East Asian Heritage

• All Ages
• UK Based

Shoots: 4th/5th/6th and 7th of October

Paid Job

Mobile Network Commercial Casting Families

We’re casting an exciting new commercial for a mobile network and would love to see couples, friends and families.

Looking for Families

• Any age
• All ethnicities
• Based in UK

Shoots: 4th/5th/6th and 7th of October

Paid Job

Mobile Network Commercial Casting Friends or Families of West Indian Heritage

We’re casting an exciting new commercial for a mobile network and would love to see couples, friends and families.

Looking for Friends or Families of West Indian Heritage

• All Ages
• UK Based

Shoots: 4th/5th/6th and 7th of October

Paid Job

Mobile Network Commercial Casting Couples

We’re casting an exciting new commercial for a mobile network and would love to see couples, friends and families.

Looking for Couples

• All ethnicities
• All ages
  UK Based

Shoots: 4th/5th/6th and 7th of October

Paid Job

Description

About the Team

The Lifestyle & Entertainments (L&E) Advertising Sales Team is primarily responsible for the monitisation of eight weekly print magazine brands and three websites. Many of these brands are iconic household names such as TV Times and Woman’s Weekly and have enormous reach across the UK. We sell approximately 1.350m copies of these magazines per week and our digital brands have over 5m unique users per month in the UK alone.

The L&E brands provide a route to market for our clients to reach this substantial audience who we have dubbed “Heart of Britain”. These are the quietly powerful C1C2DE Women of the UK – all 14 million of them. Why is this important to our advertisers; They engage with our brands to give them trusted advice and have a total income and value to the economy of £350 billion. This is the primary USP of the L&E vertical.

The L&E vertical contributes a substantial revenue stream to Future Plc’s overall commercial advertising income with considerable scope for developing additional revenue via display, social and creative solutions

This will be a remote role but the successful candidate will need to be able to cover a patch primarily based around Manchester

Job Purpose

As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for maximising commercial opportunities and generating advertising revenue from clients across our Lifestyle and Entertainments Vertical. You will be selling print, digital and creative solutions.

Your role will be a mixture of speaking to your clients on the phone, going to see them face to face, and regularly communicating with them via email. You will talk confidently about the vertical market you work in and be able to confidently pitch for business and hold a negotiation both over the phone and face to face.

By working with editorial, marketing, and other areas of the business, you will create bespoke ideas, and then pitch and sell these to your client base to generate increased revenues, to take revenue from our competitors or to gain new revenues from other budgets e.g PR. Increasing market share in print is important to our current strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• To achieve your monthly revenue target
• Develop and maintain excellent customer relationships
• Developing new business by identifying lapsed or new clients
• To manage and develop existing clients.
• To work towards generating YOY revenue growth
• Responsibility for ensuring delivery of role objectives and rev targets.
• Yield Management. Ensure you are driving the best possible yields from your clients and maximising where possible, best market share position, forward booking series, upselling and gaining long term business

Requirements

What do I need to succeed?

• You will be required to have a strong work ethic at all times and a willingness to learn and to embrace and demonstrate our values. As a sales person it is important to have a ‘let’s do this’ attitude and to row the boat
• You will need to be tenacious, commercially minded and revenue driven with strong communication skills, both internally and externally.
• Display an ability to think creatively when structuring mutually beneficial trading deals with our agencies and clients
• Existing media agency relationships are important plus the ability to grow your own network within the London media market.
• An understanding of the current media landscape and where Future sits and the opportunities that brings to our clients
• A willingness to learn in terms of brands, skills and media channels

Benefits

As well as our standard benefits, we have a number of awesome perks available to our staff including:

• Unlimited Holiday – You read that right! We trust you to manage your workload and time
• A share in our success- every member of staff receives a profit pool bonus at the end of our financial year
• Huge opportunities to learn and develop whether through professional qualifications, exposure to incredible business projects or informal lunch & learns, hosted by your colleagues

Our Future, Our Responsibility – Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We have a voice and we’re going to use it. We promote diversity and inclusion not just in our recruitment processes, but everything we do. We’re an equal opportunity employer and we will continue to ensure our recruitment process is free of bias and our workplaces are inclusive, positive, free of discrimination and respecting of all backgrounds and beliefs. Our culture is underpinned by our values and employees – current and future – are treated with respect and fairness. Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

Future

Company Description

The Mill is a global creative partner for agencies, production companies and brands, working across all media channels and platforms.

We are trusted specialists in visual effects, creative technologies and content production Our projects include the creation of digital products and virtual experiences, as well as world class visual effects and video production.

We are a vibrant network of talented artists, producers, directors and creative technologists from multinational backgrounds. We nurture innovation, flexibility and diverse ideas across our studios in London, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Berlin and Bangalore. We are all united by one single ambition: To create extraordinary and memorable work that captivates and excites audiences.

We are The Mill. We create the extraordinary.

The Mill’s flagship studio, Mill London, opened its doors in 1990. Located in London’s Fitzrovia, the studio is home to over 300 creators working across Mill VFX, Mill Direction and Mill Experience projects. The Mill’s London home overlooks the iconic BT tower, and is surrounded by some of the best eateries in town. The London creative community often gathers on The Mill’s rooftop bar and terrace, which plays host to a number of industry and staff events.

Job Description

The role of Art Director (AD) at The Mill is one of creative innovation and ingenuity, leadership, and team building, responsible for working cohesively with a team of Designers, Illustrators and Animators to create the unique vision developed for our clients. A Mill AD has an extensive knowledge of the Design/VFX & commercial advertising industry and can relate it to our clients’ specific projects in the most unique artistic way.

An AD at The Mill will work closely with the CD for Design and the Design team on projects that require origination and creative development and thinking. The AD must be highly visually creative and in addition to an acute sense for visual aesthetics, have an in-depth knowledge of the technology used in aspects of Design. They will design for the projects of internal and external directors. They must also have an excellent awareness of client requirements and the ability to coordinate projects, communicate creative ideas and guide clients through a creative process.

Our AD’s must constantly research, develop and adapt new and current technology, creative ideas and techniques so that they remain at the forefront of our industry and develop a reputation for attracting and producing work that is innovative and highly original. They will be responsible for improving and refining creative output to build a culture of design around a vision set by the CD, HOD & EP. They are expected to manage projects from collaborative conceptualization through to final design and deliver the vision and creative process. A Mill AD is confident that they can join a company that is among the most award-winning in its field and have the ability to guide it to the next level.

Responsibilities

• Art Direct projects for both internal and external clients, managing each project from conceptualisation through to final product.
• Generate inspirational, conceptual and creative ideas through and within the Design team.
• Mentor a productive and award winning creative team, constantly improving and refining creative output.
• Manage creative projects including the conceptualisation and origination of design briefs and execution of the work across all disciplines.
• Ensure final creative is consistent with client strategy and brand guidelines.
• Work with creative leads and production teams to win work from prospective clients.
• Work with the HOD, CD and Design Directors to provide & develop design solutions.
• Lead the art direction of visual content for Design, 2D and 3D projects.
• Manage artists on both production and creative, ensuring highly creative output and quality control from conception through to delivery to meet creative, budget and deadline expectations.
• Advise and work with the creative teams in developing ideas, strategy and pitch collateral for all Design projects.
• Present concepts and design ideas to clients and make recommendations where appropriate.
• Attend local awards and client events to build relations and create new leads for potential projects and business.
• Work closely with CD, Design Directors and Designers to research, develop and implement new technology and creative ideas.
• Guide, teach and mentor Artists in the Design department in developing ideas further.
• Brief other members of the creative team and lead successful creative sessions for projects.
• Create, design and animate where necessary, in collaboration with others.
• Weekly meetings with CD and Producer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of Art Direction.
• Ability to work with directors, producers and designers.
• Ability to lead projects from concept to completion.
• Clear presentations skills to inspire the creative team and to present company goals and creative vision.
• Ability to translate concepts into creative design.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently internally and externally.
• In-depth knowledge of motion graphics, 2D & 3D design and experience of design tools.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling projects.

Additional Information

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If you require assistance applying or would like to find out more about our recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and we’ll be happy to assist.

At The Mill, we want to work with the best people and we want them to have a great career with us. We will make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and beyond to help people shine and enable them to show us their skills and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the needs of a diverse workforce. We will offer flexible working practices and make relevant workplace adjustments for employees who need them to be at their best. The Mill

Gallery Manager

Taunton

£27k with uncapped commission!

We’re looking for a motivated manager to join this well established and hugely successful gallery in Taunton. Selling a range of high-end artwork from well-known and up and coming artists. Your Industry background is less important as someone with excellent sales ability, top-quality people skills and management experience would suit this role. Thorough Training will be given so knowledge in this field isn’t a requirement.

Some duties of the role will include:

• Maintaining relationships with the existing loyal customer base and establish new business.
• Manage the day to day running of the premises which including managing the rotas and maintaining high visual standards.
• Engage with customers entering the premises with a consultative approach that’s informative but not pushy.
• Using the database to inform customers of new arrivals or establish requirements for a new purchase.
• Develop and mentor the small team of consultants.
• Supporting with exclusive events.
• Occasional visits to client’s homes or workspaces to establish their needs.

The ideal candidate would be:

• A hard-working and tenacious professional who has a natural sales ability.
• Someone who is comfortable selling over the phone as well as face to face.
• A good communicator with leadership experience.
• Someone who has worked with high value items or with a premium product ideally, but a good attitude and people skills are more important.

In return there’s a good base salary with the opportunity to earn uncapped commission which is incredibly achievable and has the potential to be very lucrative. For the right person with the right attitude there are plenty of opportunities for progression within the business. You’ll be working five days out of seven, which will include Saturdays and the occasional Sunday.

To find out more about this role contact Helen

Sarah West Recruitment Ltd

We are currently looking for an Account Executive to join our UK Media & Entertainment Team. The role will focus on new logo acquisition as well as account development and revenue growth within an established set of accounts.

This is a high-impact role, where you will represent the company as you work with our Media & Entertainment customers to ensure they fully realize the value of the Lumens solutions.

Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of successful Network or IT sales experience.

This is an opportunity to work with some key multinational Media & Entertainment accounts involving global projects and initiatives that will give you a great platform to learn not only the Lumen offering (Network/Edge/CDN/Cloud/Security) but the very important global teaming aspect of supporting your customers.

Success Planning, value-driving and developing a deep understanding of the customers and market dynamics will ensure your success in this role. If this sounds like something that excites you, we welcome your application.

The Main Responsibilities

· Identifies, bids on, negotiates and closes new sales opportunities in order to meet and exceed established sales and revenue quotas. Provides comprehensive account plans and strategies to win new business from new and/or existing accounts.

· Broadens and deepens existing customer relationships in order to gain strategic positioning as well as retain existing revenue and attain additional business.

· Provides input to sales management about trends and changes taking place within the customer’s organization, and makes recommendations about future courses of action necessary of the company towards improving its position with the customer.

· Provides accurate and detailed weekly forecast funnel of identified and proposed opportunities in order to meet or exceed sales quota requirements.

· Demonstrates knowledge of the company’s entire product suite mainly working knowledge of selling IP, data, transport, and colocation.

· May have more in-depth knowledge on a subset of other products and/or services like CDN, DDOS mitigation

· Drives account management responsibilities including solution creation, solution offering, configuration management, order issuance, service delivery, service management, and revenue recognition. Demonstrates a balance of strategic and tactical thought leadership.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Knowledge and understanding of the IP & Software Defined Network or Security industry’s competitive landscape.

Demonstrated strong communication, written, and formal presentation skills as well as proficiency in selling to the close.

Self-motivated, pro-active, results-oriented professional with an ability to work with minimum direction.

Lumen Technologies

Keepthinking (London, UK) is the creator of the Qi Collections Management System, which allows museums such as SFMOMA, the Irish Museum of Modern Art, The Dia Art Foundation and the Clyfford Still Museum, as well as archives such as GlaxoSmithKline, Lloyd’s Register, Asia Art Archive, Sainsbury’s Supermarkets and Unilever to manage and publish their amazing collections.

We have worldwide clients ranging from Hong Kong to San Francisco and we are growing rapidly. Our team needs a talented person, with a passion for culture, museums and archive, as well as a keen interest in databases.

Every one of our clients is different and needs a different approach. The right person for this job will work alongside clients to understand their needs and help them specify and implement a Collections Management System that meets them, understand how to migrate their existing databases, train them and support them.

Required skills:

• Collections Management Systems for museums and archives
• Understanding of database design (training will be provided)
• Ideally, having worked as a database manager or a registrar in a cultural organisation

Soft skills

• Personable and able to communicate
• Problem solving, creativity and good time management

Travel will be required to attend to clients’ sites and conferences, in UK and worldwide.

We work 2-3 days a week in the office (Borough Market, London) and the rest from home. Full or part time commitment considered.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Please send an intro letter and CV to [email protected]

Keepthinking

The Product Management role within the central Product team is a critical function working collaboratively with counterparts in Propositions, Sales, Technology, Transformation, Operations and Marketing. Working collaboratively, this role is the lynchpin to the successful delivery of business outcomes through the design, development and launch of products, whether at Group level or more specifically for the Consumer, Business Direct or Wholesale business units.

Our product managers thrive on continuous learning and want to experience and learn as much about our fast-moving industry as they can. We support this through opportunities to move within the product organisation to support different business units and product portfolios as you progress.

As a Product Manager, you will be accountable for the strategic direction, roadmap and ultimately the development, through collaborative working with your colleagues, of a market-beating product portfolio, in line with the company business plan and targets, the OnePlan.

Reporting to the Head of Entertainment Products, you must also be able to drive development and take initiatives in matrix teams. You will be expected to own your portfolio area with a high level of autonomy, identify opportunities and drive them to fulfilment.

The ideal candidate must have:

• Product Management experience, can demonstrate understanding of customer needs, product-market fit, deriving competitive advantage, creation of an excellent CX with a clear focus on delivering what customers want
• Good understanding of the product discovery process and working with agile delivery teams
• Good understanding of Product Lifecycle Management
• Good understanding of telcos/ISPs industry and market, online security, relevant technologies
• Excellent analysis, planning, presentation and execution skills, including ability to develop business cases
• Proven delivery in complex dynamic situations
• Strong stakeholder management skills, able to communicate and evangelise the vision, the strategy and the roadmap, while taking on all feedback and stakeholder input.
• Good collaborative skills, actively supporting the establishment of the new product processes and product team structure.

You’ll work with stakeholders, internal and external, to ensure the product line is delivered efficiently to the highest performance and quality levels and at best value.

As a person, you’ll be flexible, open to change, driven, smart, creative, persistent and enjoy being part of something big!

Specific Accountabilities for Product Manager: Entertainment

• Contributing to, developing as well as ultimately delivering critical areas within the TalkTalk Entertainment strategy and roadmap, working closely with the Head of Entertainment
• You will be comfortable being the Product Owner, owning the backlog, driving prioritisation and working within dedicated cross-functional product teams
• You will lead Product Discovery in Product Squads, creatively and clearly articulating product/market fit, customer journey, CX, business case and identify any technical constraints.
• You will be a thought-leader, advising, guiding, and continuously collaborating with a broad set of stakeholders, including the Product, Consumer, Technology, Operations and Commercial team members
• You will build effective working relationships with external partners too – including as well as Content Provider, Joint-Venture and Device/Service partners.
• You’ll evangelise the product vision
• You will be obsessive about the continuous improvement of our in-life products to deliver our customer needs and drive NPS

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE

Product Management

• Analytical and strategic thinking
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including confidence and experience at presenting to Senior stakeholders
• Business case development
• Strong customer-centric product management skills, ideally experience in working in agile squads and product discovery
• Strong commercial acumen

Market:

• Solid understanding of the TV platform market in the UK from both a device and a content perspective
• Understanding of changing consumer behaviours and needs
• Experience of having worked with, or in context of, Public Service Broadcasters (BBC, ITV, Channel 4, 5) and SVODs (Netflix, Prime, Now TV, Disney etc)

As a recognised Top 50 Inclusive Employer in the UK, we know that diversity means success and innovation. We want our workplace to reflect the communities and customer we serve. Being inclusive is part of our DNA; we are all 100% human, and we create a culture where you can truly be yourself.

We’re also not your usual 9-5. We are a dynamic workplace and we want to talk to you about how you like to work.

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