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Production Assistant

The Award-Winning team at SIDE UK is looking for a passionate Production Assistant to join our crew. SIDE has been producing best-in-class game audio for over 25 years and built an enviable portfolio and brand. Recent hit releases SIDE have provided dialogue services for include Cyberpunk 2077, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Hitman III, Returnal, It Takes Two and more.

As a Production Assistant you will assist Production Managers in the smooth running of dialogue production from casting to delivery. The Production Assistant is our team go-getter and is not afraid of any challenge.The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is excited about what we do, who we are and is ready to be a part of our growing business.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Scheduling actors for auditions and recording sessions
• Building Purchase Orders for talent, directors, and other service providers
• Sending out comprehensive emails to talent and directors in preparation of auditions and sessions
• Preparing project documentation for talent and directors, including character biographies, story briefs, and scripts
• Assisting with updating studio calendars with relevant information needed for recording sessions
• Responsible for getting legal paperwork signed and filed properly
• Assisting with script preparation and tracking, as required
• Assisting Production Managers with meet & greet of clients and aid clients throughout the day, as required
• Assisting Production Managers in keeping schedules and tracking documents up to date throughout recordings
• Assisting the Casting team with self-tapes, editing Casting clips, long-listing talent options and developing casting skills
• Preparing Non-disclosure agreements and contracts, Travel Packs for rehearsals, crowd sessions, and Performance Capture sessions
• Responsible for keeping project folders tidy and up-to-date with relevant information

Requirements

• Interest and/or experience in video games, especially story & character, and/or Casting experience or interest in the performance arts (theatre, TV, cinema)
• Excellent client facing and internal communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
• Attention to detail
• Both a self-starter, able to work alone as and where necessary, and a team player, able to pitch in at all levels to get the job done
• Experience in a similar role.
• Experienced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office, in particular of Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration, holidays, flexible working and regular team socials.

A supportive community inclusive of LGBTQ+, and any age, ethnicity, religion, or disability. We care about the wellbeing of our employees and have a dedicated employee wellbeing programme.

Brand new studios based in Kings Cross. Onsite amenities include a gym, café, pub and transport to and from Kings Cross station.

We currently operate a hybrid model of office and remote working.

Check us out at SIDE Global | Leading Full Service Game Dialogue Provider