Sony Pictures Television’s new Digital Studio is here to shape the future of entertainment – developing creator-first, platform-native original content for digital audiences. The newly launched Digital Studio will create YouTube series, partnerships with creators, podcasts, and branded content that’s bold, audience-first, and tailored to how people really watch.
We’re looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Production / Team Assistant to support the Digital Studio’s production activities and provide administrative assistance to the team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about digital content, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
You’ll be a key player in ensuring the smooth running of both production and team operations, working closely with the Head of Production & Operations and providing direct support to the VP, Commercial. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience across various aspects of digital content creation and team management.
What You’ll Do
Production Support:
- Assist with all stages of production, from pre-production planning to on-set support and post-production tasks
- Help with location scouting, equipment rentals, creator casting, and crew coordination.
- Prepare call sheets and support the Producer/ Production Manager in all stages of production
- Provide support during shoots, including managing schedules, coordinating logistics, and assisting with talent.
- Assist with the organisation and management of production assets.
- Research and stay up to date on the latest trends and best practices in digital content creation.
- Raise purchase orders
- Reconcile floats, production expenses, and credit card expenses
Team Assistance:
- Manage the diary and schedule for the VP, Commercial, including arranging meetings and coordinating travel.
- Provide administrative support to the Digital Studio team
- Assist with the preparation of presentations and reports.
- Be a proactive and helpful member of the team, willing to take on any task, big or small.
YouTube & Digital Content Expertise:
- Share your knowledge and passion for YouTube and digital content with the team.
- Stay up to date on the latest trends, creators, and content formats on YouTube and other social media platforms.
- Provide insights and recommendations to help the team optimise content for digital audiences.
What You’ll Bring (Required Skills and Qualifications):
- A genuine passion for digital content and a strong understanding of YouTube and other social media platforms (demonstrated through personal projects, work experience, or other relevant activities).
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., email, word processing).
- A proactive and can-do attitude, with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
- Eagerness to “muck in” and assist with a variety of tasks.
- A desire to learn and grow within the digital content creation industry.
- A commitment to continuous learning and development.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro).
- Experience in publishing to digital platforms and growing audiences as a Creator / Influencer
- Familiarity with production equipment and processes.
- Experience providing administrative support.
How we take care of you:
- Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility.
- A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle, including private medical insurance.
- Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave.
- Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor-led classes and high-impact online resources.
- Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action – our racial equity and inclusion strategy.
- Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products.
- Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work.
- Entitlement to apply for an interest-free season ticket loan.
- Automatic enrolment in the Company’s Pension Plan
- Free counselling and advisory service.
- You will be automatically enrolled in the Company’s Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans, subject to any applicable service requirements.
- The opportunity to attend various social events in our state-of-the-art offices in Paddington.
How to Apply:
Apply online.
