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The team
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Script Producer to join the Emmerdale team. In this pivotal role, you will be the primary point of contact for writers and oversee the creative direction of all scripts. Your responsibilities will include attending and contributing to story conferences, reading storylines in advance, and offering creative and structural editing notes to producers on all submitted scripts. You will lead first draft script meetings and participate in second draft meetings, ensuring continuity, technical, schedule, and cast issues are addressed.
If you have a passion for storytelling, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Join us and contribute to the success of Emmerdale!
The role
As the Script Producer, you will read and sign off on all third drafts and final rehearsal scripts, maintaining script integrity. You'll attend Long Term Planning meetings, character workshops, and other creative sessions as needed. Managing the Script Editing team on a day-to-day basis, you will ensure efficiency, coordinate staff leave, and conduct regular performance reviews. Collaboration with directors will be essential to reflect the creative vision in each episode accurately.
During shooting, you will assist with script amendments and resolve issues as required by directors and crews, both on location and in the studio. You will also work with scheduling and production to deliver episodes on budget without compromising quality. Additional duties include managing the trial script system with the Senior Script Editor and mentoring and training Script Editors and Assistant Script Editors.
Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)
At least 2 years experience working within a script role at a senior level, preferably on a continuing drama.
Experience of managing a department and developing people.
Ability to deal with a wide range of personalities, on all levels, adapting style and approach as necessary.
Experience working accurately under pressure, in order to meet tight production deadlines.
Experience working with highly confidential information.
Attention to detail.
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication skills.
Good knowledge of the Continuing Drama production process and experience working on a continuing drama in a script role.
Experience working within production requirements and budgets.
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
Knowledge and passion for Emmerdale.
Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)
Excellent knowledge of the editorial process within continuing drama.
Ability to deal with a wide range of personalities, on all levels, adapting style and approach as necessary.
Knowledge and passion for Continuing drama and Emmerdale.
Ability to work accurately under pressure, in order to meet tight deadlines.
Excellent editorial judgement and an eye for detail.
Good knowledge of all the elements that go into making a programme.
Ability to generate creative ideas whilst displaying an awareness of production requirements and budgets.
Positive attitude even in stressful situations.
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.
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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
Annual bonus opportunity
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
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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.
Closing date: Friday 19th July 2024
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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