Content Coordinator
Commissioning
Permanent
Office location: ITV, White City, London (hybrid)
Hiring range: £26,000 - £29,000
For more information please email TalkingCareers@itv.com
Your work matters to millions.
Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it’s not surprising that you’ll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we’re at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.
When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact’s felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.
Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don’t just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.
Your impact sends ripples.
The team
The Content department is responsible for selecting and overseeing all the programming we broadcast across our linear channels ITV1, ITV2, ITVBe, ITV3 and ITV4 and our streaming service, ITVX. The team commission and acquire a wide range of content every year, across all genres, everything from documentaries to dramas, entertainment, news and sport.
High quality editorial information about our programmes is vital in ensuring our viewers get the best possible experience wherever they watch our shows.
The role
The Content Coordinator will work closely with the genre Commissioning teams and will be responsible for sourcing, entering and maintaining editorial information for programmes acquired and commissioned by ITV in the department’s content systems to a high standard.
They will act as a key point of contact for in-house and Independent Producers and Suppliers, providing guidance on their delivery requirements and chasing any missing programme information.
They will provide support with any central administrative tasks and ad hoc projects as required that relate to our content such as helping with reporting and info gathering
Key Responsibilities:.
- Accurately setting up and curating new commissions, developments and acquisitions in the department’s digital system in order to ensure a smooth sign off process and maintain core programme information through to delivery so it can be used by teams along the supply chain dependent on this information.
- Providing administrative support in the smooth running of the commissioning process by liaising closely with key teams in the Content division
- To advise and guide producers and suppliers on their delivery requirements, editorial, technical and paper, during varying stages of production.
- Chase and quality assure billings and synopses before passing on down the supply chain
- Building relationships with in-house and Independent suppliers and pro-actively chase missing information if requested by other departments.
- Embedded with the genre team and familiarise with the content slate, ensuring any key updates are captured in relevant systems.
- Be active in the shaping and development of the digital tools used in the department
- Liaise with colleagues right across ITV such as ITVX Editorial team, Legal and Business Affairs, Content Supply and Distribution teams and help with queries.
- Support tracking and reporting requirements in Commissioning and Acquisitions team, such as Albert
- Protect the integrity and sensitivity of the data.
- Help inform and maintain ITV Contractual Deliverables documents
- Assist in maintenance of itv.com Commissioning pages and internal Commissioning site.
- Cover for rest of team as required
- Ad hoc administrative projects as required that support ITV’s Content team
Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)
- Previous experience in a TV production environment with a good understanding of the production process
- Administrative experience
- Able to demonstrate forensic attention to detail eg proof reading and written skills
As part of the application process, we would like you to submit a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this role and why ITV.
Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)
- Understanding of and passion for ITV’s remit and content
- Good understanding of the production process
- Digitally-skilled and confident in adopting and using new technology. Skills/experience with regard to maintaining websites or google sites is a bonus.
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Discretion and confidentiality essential
- Ability to work accurately under pressure
- Someone who is motivated, proactive, and a team player but also able to work on their own initiative
- Personable, friendly and confident
- Possess a keen attitude and a willingness to learn
ITV is for everyone.
ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we’ll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).
We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at talkingcareers@itv.com.
- There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.
Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.
ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including
- Flexible working with a range of options
- Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
- Competitive pension contribution
- Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
- Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
More about our benefits
Closing date: 28th October 2024
"Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We’d encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested."
