Vacancy overview

Vacancy Havas Platform - Production Assistant Internship
Employer Havas
Vacancy type Internships
Reference number Hav7636
Form of employment Full Time
Salary / Rate £24,787.75 - £24,787.75
Hours 36.25
Published 19/12/2023
Closing date 28/01/2024

Description

***To apply please scroll down to the apply section and follow instructions. You must Submit both a CV and answer the 2 applications questions highlighted below in the supporting statement box to complete your application and be considered for the role***


This role is part of the Havas x LIFT Platform Internship programme; a unique placement experience with global agency Havas, in the advertising, communication and media sector. 

Havas UK is one of the world's largest global communications groups. We are made up of 26 different agencies, all under one roof which make up the Havas Village. Our agencies are made up of three main groups, linking Creative, Media and Health Services. We work with some of the most recognisable household named brands to form strategic and creative partnerships, guiding our clients towards their marketing and communication objectives. We are a bustling group of agencies filled with passionate individuals who all bring their own expertise and work together across varying teams and disciplines. We provide a first class services for our clients through a whole spectrum of departments, including; strategy, analytics, media planning, creative, design, UX&UI, social media, public relations, integrated marketing and much more!

Role and Agency: Production Assistant Internship - Havas Play

This is Havas Play. We exist to help brands play meaningfully in culture. Delivering meaningful business outcomes via seamless through-the-line creative solutions and data-powered media.

Our services and capabilities are delivered by an in-house team, with expertise covering original content, social, sponsorships & partnerships, influencer marketing and live & digital experience, enabling us to create and deliver truly 360, integrated campaigns whatever the brief.

We work with some of the best known brands and rights holders across sport and culture, including: Arsenal, Altitude Films, Adobe, BBC, Bethesda, Aston Martin F1, Domino’s, EE (BAFTA, Home Nations, Team Excel & Wembley), Jaguar Land Rover (Rugby World Cup 21/23), JBL, JD Sports, Major League Baseball and The FA.

Awarded Campaign Best Places to Work 2022 & 2023 and recognised at industry leading awards bodies including Leaders in Sport, Digital Cinema Media, Football Business & UK Sponsorship Awards.

Production Services Department

The Production Services Department at Havas Play is responsible for bringing ideas to life. An integrated team of makers responsible for delivering the execution of work within time and budget, whilst also striving obsessively to make things special. Working with both our in-house content creation studio and external partners we have outstanding capabilities across film, design, content, stills, digital and post-production.

Duties

Production Assistant Internship - Havas Play

This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in all aspects of production, to learn new skills whilst also making a vital contribution to the team. You will support our Producers in various aspects of their roles including:
  • Project Co-ordination & Administrative Support
Assisting in the coordination of schedules and resources.
  • Collaborating with different teams to ensure clear communication and workflow throughout the production process
Providing administrative support, including organizing meetings, managing calendars, and handling key documents.
  • Logistics Management:
Helping coordinate logistics for shoots, including locations, permits, equipment rentals.
  • Budget Tracking:
Assisting in monitoring and tracking project budgets, including keeping records of expenses and invoices.
  • Research, Learning and Development:
Conducting research on industry trends, competitors, and new technologies to contribute valuable insights to the production process and contribute to the team's growth.
  • Quality Control:
Ensuring the quality and consistency of deliverables by proofing work for accuracy and checking against project guidelines.
  • Shoot Attendance as a Runner:
Actively participating in shoots as a runner, assisting with various tasks such as set organization, equipment setup, and addressing on-the-day needs to ensure a smooth production process.

Essential criteria

No requirement for any prior work experience but a demonstrable passion for both production and culture would clearly be an advantage.

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate some or all of the following skills:

  • Strong organisational capabilities and attention to detail
  • The ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
  • Good basic numeracy skills
  • Familiarity and basic competence with standard software (eg Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • A team player, someone that loves to collaborate but can also be productive working alone.
  • The most important thing is that you bring your energy, a strong work ethic and a curiosity to digest all the knowledge that we can offer you.

How to apply

To apply, please go through the following steps:

• Click the ‘Apply’ button at the top of this page
• You must upload BOTH your CV and answer the 2 application questions (below) in the supporting statement box.
(Maximum 300 words per question)


  1. Why does a position as a production assistant at Havas Play excite you?
  2. What relevant skills and unique perspectives do you think you could bring to the role?

Documents

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This vacancy is closed and is no longer taking applications