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Broadcast Content Coordinator
(12 Month FTC)
Production Manager, Broadcast
National Theatre
Upper Ground, South Bank
London SE1 9PX
Tel +44(0)20 7452 3333
www.nationaltheatre.org.uk
[email protected]
The National Theatre
The National Theatre is dedicated to making the very best theatre and sharing it with as
many people as possible.
We stage up to 30 productions at our South Bank home each year, ranging from re-imagined
classics – such as Greek tragedy and Shakespeare – to modern masterpieces and new work
by contemporary writers and theatre-makers. The work we make strives to be as open, as
diverse, as collaborative and as national as possible. Much of that new work is researched
and developed at the NT Studio: we are committed to nurturing innovative work from new
writers, directors, creative artists and performers. Equally, we are committed to education,
with a wide-ranging Learning programme for all ages in our new Clore Learning Centre and in
schools and communities across the UK.
The National's work is also seen on tour throughout the UK and internationally, and in
collaborations and co-productions with regional theatres. Popular shows transfer to the
West End and occasionally to Broadway; and through the National Theatre Live programme,
we broadcast live performances to 2,000 cinemas in 50 countries around the world. From
September 2015, National Theatre: On Demand in Schools will make three acclaimed,
curriculum-linked productions free to stream on demand in every secondary school in the
country. Online, the NT offers a rich variety of innovative digital content on every aspect of
theatre.
We do all we can to keep ticket prices affordable and to reach a wide audience, and use our
public funding to maintain artistic risk-taking, accessibility and diversity.
The Broadcast & Digital Department
National Theatre Live launched in June 2009, live broadcasting the National’s productions to
cinemas around the world. Seen by over 4 million people, National Theatre Live is produced
and managed by the Broadcast Department.
Creating content for a range of digital platforms the National Theatre has a presence on
iTunes U and Podcasts, YouTube, and Google Cultural Institute, as well as an On Demand: In
Schools streaming service. In addition to these, other projects include full length broadcast
documentaries (such as Making War Horse, Alan Bennett and the Habit of Art and My
Curious Documentary), recordings of productions for DVD, archive capture of all NT
productions, innovative development of our digital presence and research & development
work with digital artists and new forms of theatrical storytelling.
The Broadcast Content Coordinator supports the Production Manager and Assistant
Producer in day to day operations and the successful delivery of broadcasts and other
filming activity across the National Theatre.
Purpose of the Job
To act as the Broadcast Content Coordinator for the Broadcast department including
National Theatre Live broadcasts, trailers, and the full range of online video content the
department produces. Liaising with key National Theatre technical departments in relation
to all aspects of the production of broadcasts, and related content.
The Broadcast Content Coordinator will report directly to the Production Manager providing
support to the National Theatre Live team to ensure the smooth running of all aspects
involved in supporting the production of the broadcasts to cinemas, along with the
production of additional content such as trailers, pre-show and interval content, and other
content produced by the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
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To work closely with the Production Manager and Assistant Producer to ensure the
successful delivery of all Production aspects associated with NT Live broadcasts, trailers,
filming activities and other associated content
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To work with the Production Manager and Assistant Producer on the production
elements of all broadcast and filming activities across the organisation, including
booking equipment and crew, finding filming locations, and producing schedules
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To produce in a timely manner the Running Order, VT plans and Cinema schedules for
broadcasts in close liaison with the Production Manager and Assistant Producer
ensuring they meet the technical and cinema needs for the broadcast
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To work with the Production Manager on production of Schedules and Call Sheets for
broadcasts, trailers and filming activities
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To assist in the booking and contracting of crew for broadcasts, trailers and filming
activities in close liaison with the Production Manager and Assistant Producer
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To be responsible for production and distribution of key documents associated with the
broadcasts including Camera Scripts, Shot Cards and broadcast running orders
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To manage the production and distribution of Subtitle files for the broadcasts and work
with the Distribution Coordinator to ensure translations are delivered in a timely
manner
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To assist with the arrangements for Production meetings, including coordinating
availability, booking rooms, preparing and distributing agendas and taking notes
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To work with the Production Manager to establish and develop relationships with the
Technical departments across the National Theatre, and with other partner theatres
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To compile credits for the broadcasts and ensure a thorough proofing process is
undertaken
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To work with the Edit Suite on arrangements for file based capture of the productions
on a variety of different platforms, ensuring appropriate tests are undertaken and
quality checking of the final files
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To arrange Archive and Scratch recordings for productions across the National Theatre,
including booking kit, equipment and crew and integration with the box office and
general schedules systems
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To be responsible for producing and issuing Film Notification Forms for all filming
activity taking place within the auditoriums
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To process invoices, track spend and assist with managing budgets for broadcasts, trailer
and other filming content
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To work with the Assistant Producer on forward planning of video content, contributing
ideas and working with in-house and freelance filmmakers to help manage the delivery
of this content
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To support the Production Manager and Assistant Producer in other Production
elements of broadcasts, trailers, filming activities and other associated content
Other
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To help feed into the overall strategy of the Broadcast department and to support
successful delivery of projects, where necessary
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To be involved in the long term planning of content across the year
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To undertake any other duties which may reasonably be required
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To support the National’s communications objectives by sharing information with your
manager, team and colleagues as appropriate, whilst respecting confidentiality, so that
you and your colleagues have all the information you need to perform your duties
effectively
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To comply with the National’s Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety policies at all
times
Person Specification
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The ability to prioritise tasks in a busy and changeable working environment
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The ability to work on their own initiative, showing a pro-active approach to work
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Experience in either live broadcast or theatre production
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Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
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Excellent communication skills
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Excellent administrative experience
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The ability to set up, operate and develop efficient office systems
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Ability to deal calmly, confidently and positively with people at all levels, over the
phone, via email and in person
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An ability to work well as part of a team
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An understanding of the need to maintain a flexible attitude to working hours
A keen interest in the arts and the work of the NT; interest in broadcast production and
distribution also desirable
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Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Outline of Terms and Conditions
Contract Type:
Hours:
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
35 per week, although additional hours may be necessary in
order to fulfil the post’s requirements
Salary:
Location:
Annual Leave:
£26,000 per annum paid monthly on the 15th of each month
National Theatre, Upper Ground, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX
28 days in the first year, pro rata, including bank holidays,
increasing with length of service thereafter
Probationary Period:
3 months
Notice Period:
3 months (1 month during probationary period)
Pension:
The National Theatre operates a Stakeholder Pension scheme
with Legal & General. If you wish to become a member, you
may opt to contribute 4.5%, 6% or 7.5% of basic pay and the
National will make a matching contribution. The National also
operates an alternative pension scheme with NEST
Other Benefits
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Complimentary tickets for performances, subject to
availability and the National’s staff ticket policy
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Complimentary tickets for platforms, subject to availability
and policy
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Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle-scheme and childcare
vouchers
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Staff canteen and bar
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Discount on meals in all of the National’s bars and
restaurants
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Discount on the books, play texts, DVDs and other items in
the National’s bookshop
Appointment Procedure
Please note that applications can only be considered if they are submitted through the
National’s Online Recruitment System, and returned by the closing date.
To apply for this vacancy please follow the link:
https://apply.nationaltheatre.org.uk/41291RNT
The closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is: 9am Monday 8 February
For any queries, please contact the HR Department by emailing:
[email protected]
The National Theatre is committed to being an equal opportunities employer
HR Department
2015