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Job Title: Production Coordinator (Maternity Cover)
Reports to: Head of Crewing Resources
Location: NEP UK Head Office - Gemini House, Bracknell
Company Overview
NEP UK, part of the NEP Worldwide Network, is a global leader in outside broadcasting, remote production, and media workflow solutions. Known for delivering high-quality broadcasts for clients like The Grand National, Wimbledon Championships, Premiership Football, Squid Games, and Love Island, NEP UK prides itself on its innovative technology, passionate team, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
With over 3,500 employees across 65 countries, NEP is dedicated to providing superior service and fostering lasting relationships within the broadcast and live events industry.
Role Overview
The Production Coordinator is a pivotal role within NEP UK, ensuring seamless delivery of outside broadcasting (OB) events for a wide range of high-profile clients. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, and strong communication skills. You will be responsible for liaising with crew, booking accreditation, submitting accreditation and raising POs.
This is expected to be a 9-month fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave.
Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination
- Oversee the scheduling, booking, and coordination of crew, travel, and equipment for OB events.
- Liaising with freelancers, and internal teams, ensuring smooth communication and swift resolution of issues.
- Collaborate with Technical Project Managers, Heads of Department, and the Commercial Director to deliver projects.
- Raising POs for freelancers and other external suppliers.
- Coordinate planning sheets, rig schedules, and accreditation details for crew and stakeholders.
- Arranging accommodation for crew.
Administration and Compliance
- Process purchase orders and invoices using Proactis and ensure timely payments.
- Ensure all planning and reporting documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.
Continuous Improvement
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve operational processes and reduce costs.
- Utilise industry expertise to advise clients and internal teams on best practices for successful production delivery.
Required Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in a similar role within the broadcast or live events industry.
- Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, and familiarity with scheduling systems like ScheduAll.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
Desirable
- Knowledge of OB truck operations and broadcast workflows.
- A full, clean UK driving license.
Working Arrangements
Full-time: 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:30 pm).
Fixed-term contract: Expected 9 months (maternity cover).