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Channel 4

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Media & Journalism
  • London
  • 1d left

AI generated summary

  • You must thrive in high-pressure settings, manage multiple tasks, prioritize independently, possess strong interpersonal skills, and handle confidential matters with flexibility and a helpful attitude.
  • You will provide high-level admin support to the Drama team, manage diaries, arrange travel and events, handle correspondence, assist other teams, and cover for other PAs as needed.

Requirements

  • Proven ability to cope in a very busy environment and to perform in high-pressured situations, able to cope with several tasks at once.
  • Proven ability to have and use initiative, but also be able to respond to orders and have a willingness to do whatever is required.
  • Proven ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively without supervision.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to be part of a team, work well with others in an open-plan department and deal politely with visitors from other companies.
  • Possess a keen attitude and a willingness to learn.
  • Flexibility, patience, perseverance and commitment to get the job done.
  • Proven ability to work with confidential materials and issues.
  • Always display a helpful attitude whilst managing diaries carefully and sensitively.
  • Ability to assist with the creation of PowerPoint presentations.
  • Expected to manage their own workload by prioritising accordingly and reporting back on completion.
  • Builds valued and trusted relationship within Commissioning, with senior members of the Commissioning Team, and across the business in order to handle confidential matters appropriately and effectively.
  • Some members of the team will be based in different offices across the UK, and so the Genre Assistant must also be happy to develop relationships remotely.
  • Maintains relationships with peers across all departments.
  • Proven ability to operate within an ever-changing environment as well as dealing with both routine and non-routine problems.
  • Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • To provide the highest level of administrative support to the Drama Commissioning Team.
  • To provide cross-genre support to other Commissioning Teams as and when required.
  • Assistance to key members of the drama team, providing full administrative support including diary management, travel arrangements, arranging events, dealing with general correspondence, and expenses filing.
  • Ensure visitors to the Drama team are handled appropriately.
  • Provide holiday/sickness cover for other PA’s within the Commissioning department.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Genre Assistant, Drama role?

The main purpose of the Genre Assistant, Drama role is to provide the highest level of administrative support to the Drama Commissioning Team and to assist other Commissioning Teams as needed.

What type of experience is required for this role?

Essential experience includes administrative roles in busy environments, demonstrating the ability to cope under pressure, prioritize tasks, and effectively manage confidential materials.

What are the key responsibilities of the Genre Assistant?

Key responsibilities include managing diaries, arranging travel and events, handling correspondence, ensuring proper visitor management, and providing holiday/sickness cover for other PAs within the Commissioning department.

What skills are essential for a successful candidate?

Essential skills include excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work collaboratively in a team, strong organizational abilities, and proficiency in creating PowerPoint presentations.

How does the organization handle hybrid working?

The organization operates a 60/40 hybrid working pattern, equating to three office days per week, while allowing employees flexibility to determine their work schedule for the remaining days.

What type of environment does Channel 4 Drama strive to create?

Channel 4 Drama aims to create an adventurous, inspirational environment that welcomes all voices in the UK scripted industry and fosters professional relationships with independent production companies.

Who does the Genre Assistant report to?

The Genre Assistant reports to the Commissioning Editor within the Drama department.

Is flexibility important for the Genre Assistant role?

Yes, flexibility, patience, and perseverance are important traits for successfully managing the varied tasks required in this role.

When does the application for this position close?

The application for this position closes on 18 March 2025.

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Channel 4

Channel 4 is a publicly-owned and commercially-funded UK public service broadcaster.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1982
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Channel 4 is a unique and distinctive part of the UK. Publicly owned but entirely commercial and self-sufficient, our public-service remit mandates us to take risks and offer alternative programming, commissioning all of our programmes externally. We’re home to the UK’s biggest free streaming service, and a network of 12 television channels. We have the youngest-skewing PSB channel in the UK – and we reach more 16-34-year-olds than any other commercial broadcaster across TV and streaming. Through Film4, we back creative excellence and invest in British filmmakers, to huge critical acclaim – Film4 films have produced 138 Oscar nominations and 35 wins in our 38-year history. We bring to life new creative ideas and, in the process, create thousands of jobs and support hundreds of independent production companies across the UK. Channel 4 is built on strong foundations. Since we were created in 1982, we have been at the centre of national conversations and have been instrumental in creating a truly world-beating production sector. Channel 4's new Future4 strategy builds upon our strong track record of digital innovation and will accelerate Channel 4’s pivot to digital by driving both online viewing and new revenues. It’s an ambitious and comprehensive plan to transform Channel 4 into a digital PSB that retains its distinctive brand and public service impact.