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Post Prod. Rental Specialist / Account Manager

  • Origin Film & Televison Ltd
  • Guildford, UK
  • 12/09/2023
Full time Business Development Client Services Post-Production Sales / Account Management

Job Description

 
 

The ideal candidate will have an undeniable passion for all aspects of post-production, whether it's editorial, sound, color grading, or VFX. With a strong entrepreneurial drive and a proven track record in Post or post-related equipment rental, they should boast experience across a wide range of projects and equipment.

Working in close collaboration with the Sales Director and our existing team, you will be at the forefront of the industry, immersing yourself in its intricacies while identifying and seizing new business opportunities. Your primary focus will be on cultivating and nurturing meaningful, long-lasting client relationships, understanding their unique project requirements every time, and collaborating seamlessly with the technical team to provide expert advice and recommendations. You'll confidently navigate both traditional equipment and cloud-based solutions.

As the Post-Production Rental Specialist and Account Manager, you will take charge of equipment bookings, ensuring a seamless and top-notch client experience from the initial contact to the successful completion of projects, all while maintaining the highest standards.

If you are passionate about the world of post-production and possess a flair for client management and industry expertise, don't miss this chance to join our team. Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in our creative post-production rental department and be part of an exciting journey of growth and success. Apply now and let your passion shine!

 

Core Responsibilities

  • Using our rental software to plan and book equipment, engineering time/logistics, cutting rooms and services.
  • Prepare quotations, invoices, purchase orders and other documents.
  • Use our bespoke CRM to record, plan and develop new and existing rental opportunities.
  • Identifying new business opportunities through regular research and market awareness and reach out to individuals and businesses to develop these further.
  • Maintain situation awareness of all current bookings and client requirements.
  • Providing support to marketing to help develop there the broadcast department and grow the Origin brand.
  • Provide information, reports and support to the sales director and senior management team as required to ensure continued growth of the business.
 

Skills and Requirements

  • A good understanding of Post Production processes and workflows
  • A understanding of Avid systems components and hardware options
  • Fluency in English is essential.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisation
  • A good understanding of MS Office
  • Impeccable time keeping and punctuality.
  • Self-motivated and determined.
  • An excellent telephone manor and confident talker
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure.
  • Good written communication skills
  • The ability to following procedures and policies.
  • Be comfortable in client/supplier negotiations.
 

The ideal candidate may also have

  • A passion for a specific area within post production and/or VFX such as grading, editing, sounds, VFX etc.
  • Experience working in a post production facility
  • Experience with tender documents and proposals
  • Project planning experience
  • Photography / Videography / Social Media Skills
  • Sales and / or Customer Service / Customer Care experience
  • Experience with a CRM such as SalesForce, Zoho, HubSpot etc.
 

Salary and Hours of working

This role has a highly competitive salary for the right candidate with additional incentives and possible benefits. Standard working hours are 9.00 to 18.00, Monday to Friday, however you will be expected to put the client at the forefront of your mind meaning that these times may vary with overtime as required.