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CURRENT OPENINGS

DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION

Whisper is a leading global production company, specialising in sports, unscripted and branded entertainment.

Our diverse team of over 270 team members work in offices across the UK and beyond, producing top level sports such as Formula One, UEFA and The Paralympics, as well as branded content, prime-time documentaries and entertainment quiz shows for a raft of broadcasters.

In 2023 Whisper won a BAFTA and was nominated for an International EMMY.

It’s co-owned by Sony Pictures Television and is a seven-times Broadcast Best Places to Work.

Whisper has seen considerable growth in recent years and is poised to enter an exciting period of further expansion. To ensure we are set up for success we will be splitting the Director of Production role across two people with one role oversseing all sport activities and the other to over see production activities across our entertainment, Documentaries and Commercial content divisions.

As well as the DOP’s slate, each individual will be expected to lead across the whole business on areas such as archive and music, Insurance, IR35 compliance, Safeguarding and these will be split based on candidates’ area of expertise.

Whisper is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead Production teams to ensure first class delivery of complex domestic and international productions.
  • Ensure systems, structure and facilities are in place to ensure maximum efficiency and an environment that promotes creative excellence.
  • Work closely with Whisper MDs to help support the strategic vision by identifying growth opportunities, optimising workflows, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across productions.
  • Line manage the Heads of Production (and Prod Exec’s where appropriate), mentoring junior production personnel and actively seeking new talent from diverse backgrounds.
  • Work closely with business development and other members of Senior Team to drive and convert new business opportunities.
  • Sign off all high value budgets and high value contracts.
  • Drive financial efficiency across productions, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high creative standards.
  • Ensure all RFP responses accurately reflect the budget and resource required to deliver the vision proposed.
  • Working with Business Affairs to ensure productions are efficient and compliant across the board.
  • Overseeing supplier, freelancer and talent contracting and running RFP processes for high value supplier contracts
  • Oversight of all cost reporting against budgets and have clear processes for reporting variations to SMT.
  • Negotiating deals with new and returning clients.
  • Ultimate responsibility for Health and Safety on all Productions including signing off on high risk activities and activities taking place in higher risk assessments. Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards and driving H&S training across across employees and freelancers.
  • Stay abreast of emerging production technologies and innovations, working with the CTO to integrate new tools and workflows to enhance production efficiency and creative output.
  • Build strong client relationship and act as key point of contact for large  contracts
  • Actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all productions, ensuring a culture where diverse voices are heard, represented, and supported
  • Work with the talent and production Management team to build a strong and diverse network of international freelance talent
  • Oversee allocation of staffing across all productions, working closely with Heads of Content, Heads of Production and Talent Management team to ensure we are maximising resource.
  • Foster a culture of professional development by identifying training needs and creating pathways for growth within production teams
  • Sign off on salaries, title changes and promotions in conjunction with the Senior Management Team
  • Maintain vision and ethos of Whisper and promote a positive working environment where production talent can grow and gain opportunities throughout the company.

“Please note that responsibilities may be amended, added to, or removed to reflect the changing needs of the production or organisation.”

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Experience across a range of output at a Senior level, Head of Production and above.
  • Please indicate areas of specialism
  • Strong and collaborative leader
  • Confident working independently using own initiative while being prepared to take guidance on appropriate matters
  • Highly organised and able to work quickly without losing attention to detail
  • Strong relationships with clients, suppliers and freelance production community.
  • Strong international relationships and experience setting up offices and productions international territories such US and KSA is desirable
  • Ability to manage a large and varied portfolio – prioritising effectively and acting with a creative and flexible outlook
  • Integrity – able to look after the interests of the company while building effective working relationships with colleagues and outside contacts.
  • Must be able to work effectively in a complex environment with diverse stakeholders

LOCATION: The position is based at our Kew office.

WORKING DAYS: Monday – Friday, 4 days in-office and 1 day remotely, with some weekend work and international travel likely. When weekend work is required, DOILS will be provided.
Whisper offers the option of flexitime hours.

START: ASAP on a full time permanent contract

SALARY: Based on experience

APPLICATION CLOSING: Monday 17th February

HOW TO APPLY: Please upload your CV and tell us in your own way why you are the right candidate for this role in your cover letter, https://thewhispergroup.bamboohr.com/careers/181

GRAPHIC DESIGNER
– NEOM TROJENA
(ON LOCATION)

Whisper is a leading global production company, specialising in sports, unscripted and branded entertainment.

Our diverse team of over 270 team members work in offices across the UK and beyond, producing top level sports such as Formula One, UEFA and The Paralympics, as well as branded content, prime-time documentaries and entertainment quiz shows for a raft of broadcasters.

In 2023 Whisper won a BAFTA and was nominated for an International EMMY.

It’s co-owned by Sony Pictures Television and is a seven-times Broadcast Best Places to Work.

Whisper Create are looking for an experienced Graphic Designer who is ambitious and proactive and wants to be part of a unique experience. This exciting role will give you the opportunity to live and work in NEOM, KSA, for 6 months, offering a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including housing allowances, transportation, and healthcare.

NEOM isn’t just a workplace, it’s a progressive hub of innovation, technology, and sustainability. You’ll be part of projects that cover areas like AI, robotics, biotechnology, and renewable energy. This is a fantastic chance to grow your professional network and advance in your field.

Outside of work, NEOM offers a vibrant, dynamic community. You’ll have time to explore the beautiful natural landscapes of the Middle East, with plenty of locations to visit for hiking, or swimming in the Red Sea, and enjoying cultural attractions, entertainment, and recreational activities. This opportunity is more than just a job, it’s an adventure that will enrich both your career and personal life.

Whisper is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Delivering high quality, breath-taking, creative Graphic Design across a range of media.
  • Working autonomously and as part of a team to come up with engaging concepts, create style frames, storyboards and animation exploration.
  • Working with clients, taking briefs and inputting on concepts and ideas.
  • Take an important role in ensuring that all deliverables align with production and brand guidelines.
  • Designing to tight deadlines, whilst maintaining a high standard of work within a fast-paced environment.

Please note that responsibilities may be amended, added to, or removed to reflect the changing needs of the production or organisation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • 3+ years industry experience, with previous experience at Graphic Design level.
  • Experience of working on projects from end to end directly with clients.
  • Strong skills in graphic design and typography.
  • Motion Graphics experience is a bonus.
  • Excellent knowledge the Adobe suite is essential.
  • Experience Art Directing Shoots.
  • An ability to work conceptually and collaboratively with other creatives within the team.
  • Experience in Cinema 4D and understanding of Redshift / Octane would be beneficial.

LOCATION: NEOM, KSA. Contract includes accommodation, ground transport, return flight allowance, meal plan (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and visa to work in KSA.

START: March 2025 on an initial 6-month contract with the possibility of extension

SALARY: To be discussed depending on experience

APPLICATION CLOSING: Tuesday 18th February

HOW TO APPLY: If this is a position and experience you are interested in, then please upload your CV, provide a cover note explaining why you are the right candidate for this role and share links to your showreel, https://thewhispergroup.bamboohr.com/careers/182

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