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Looking for an experienced Production Coordinator. Reality TV experience is a must. This job will require travel and will start immediately.

Thank you.

QYOU is looking for an LA-based Digital Production Coordinator to join our growing, award-winning Influencer Marketing team. At The QYOU we harness the power of creators and their communities for world-class influencer marketing / social media campaigns for leading brands and clients such as Paramount, HULU, Disney, Hyundai, Ubisoft, CAPCOM, Warner Bros, Sony, and many more.

As Digital Production Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating influencer production, managing brand channel content deliverables, and communicating content/asset deadlines to internal parties to meet campaign milestones. You will work closely with internal teams to support content and production requirements during both pre and post sale of a campaign, and report to the VP of QYOU Studios.

The ideal candidate will have some experience in coordinating social media and/or digital marketing campaigns with hands-on production skills (pre and post production). Candidates for this position are highly motivated, adaptable, self-assured team players with strong communication skills and willingness to learn.

This is a fast-paced, multi-faceted role requiring attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a proven ability to handle multiple tasks and ongoing projects within various stages of campaign execution.

*Please note that we are currently working remote but have occasional in-person meetings and shoots in the Los Angeles area.

Roles & Responsibilities:
- Be the main point of contact with creators & managers for campaign deliverables and timelines.
Tracking and communicating content and production requirements to internal parties for influencer marketing campaigns and associated brand channels.
- Updating and maintaining the internal campaign execution calendar with key deadlines, and being able to communicate key dates to team members.
- Researching and organizing potential talent and trending format lists for campaign proposals and executions.
- Coordinate production for influencer shoots at live events and/or celebrity talent custom productions. Accompany team members to on-location shoots with talent if necessary.
- Organize footage and assets with the editorial team and follow security protocol for sensitive assets from third parties / clients.
- Program and schedule brand channel content for social platforms, ensure copy is written and internal posting deadlines are met.
- Stay current on ongoing changes of major social platforms (e.g., posting specs, best practices) and their potential impact on creative deliverables.


Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a similar role. Must be a quick learner and not be afraid to ask questions or for help
- Interest in entertainment (film, tv, gaming) and basic industry knowledge.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize work assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently
- Hands-on production or live event coordination experience is a major plus.
- Basic knowledge of content creation and development processes and/or social media marketing on social platforms, especially TikTok.
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills
- Experience with Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Calendar) and DropBox / Box

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Lacrosse tournament
When: June 26, 2024 (set up June 25, break down June 26)
Where: Annapolis, MD
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Lacrosse tournament
When: July 10, 2024 (set up July 9, break down July 10)
Where: Baltimore, MD
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Field Hockey tournament
When: July 6-14, 2024 (set up July 5, break down July 14)
Where: Virginia Beach, VA
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Lacrosse tournament
When: June 29-30, 2024 (set up June 28, break down June 30)
Where: Frederica, DE
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Field Hockey tournament
When: June 22-30, 2024 (set up June 21, break down June 30)
Where: Virginia Beach, VA
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Lacrosse tournament
When: June 15-16, 2024 (set up June 14, break down June 16)
Where: New Haven, CT
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Lacrosse tournament
When: June 1-2, 2024 (set up May 31, break down June 2)
Where: Wilmington, DE
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Lacrosse tournament
When: May 27, 2024 (set up May 27, break down May 27)
Where: Philadelphia, PA
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

The Production Coordinator will act as a key player on the Production Management team that produces best-in-class video content. The candidate must be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and know when to elevate concerns to ensure that support is going to the correct area of the business. The ideal candidate for Production Coordinator will be a proactive go-getter that will put forth an enthusiastic, positive, solution-based effort to manage various teams, projects, and productions in a busy, dynamic, fast, creative, and evolving environment. This is a contingent worker role, based in our LA office.

Primary Responsibilities:

Support Production Managers and Production team to coordinate and handle logistics for video shoots across the domestic US and internationally.
Support Production Management team with various projects, shoots, and departmental needs.
Source crews, equipment, and production services as necessary for production
Research and file for permits as needed
Research local production guidelines for compliance
Arrange resources and logistical support as necessary for production
Maintain and update departmental crew lists
Initiate Payroll Paperwork to Freelance Crew and DayPlayers
Follow-up to ensure that Start Paperwork is completed in advance of work
Follow-up to ensure that Timecards are submitted in a timely manner
Maintain and update departmental contact, vendor, and resource lists.
Initiate Purchase Orders for expenses
Track and report expenses, code & process invoices, and reconcile PCards.
Maintain various departmental shoot calendars, spreadsheets, reports, and documents.
Archive production documents such as call sheets, wrap reports, and releases, and follow-up as necessary with production teams to ensure business requirements are being met and delivered in a timely manner.
Additional duties as required to maintain efficient and effective production environment

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years of relevant Production Management experience in the television, media, or digital video production realm required
College degree required
In-depth understanding of payroll practices and labor laws.
Knowledge of physical production protocols, equipment, contracts, releases, accounting/finance practices, and business affairs requirements.
Must be computer savvy with skills in G-Suite by Google Cloud (Google Sheets), and various project management softwares.
Ideal Candidate must be highly organized, extremely detail-oriented, and efficient
Ideal Candidate should be self-starter who takes initiative.
Ideal Candidate must work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Ideal Candidate must have professional and effective communication skills.

At Condé Nast we value diversity of background, views and cultures. We celebrate people for their personal qualities, their skills and contributions. And we recognize the power our brands have to influence and shape culture, catalyze action and help make our world a better place for all.

We are looking for an experienced LOCAL Reality/Docu Production Coordinator for our docu/reality-series for A&E. The shooting days are May 8th thru May 12th. (Half Day Prep and Half Day Wrap are May 7th and May 13th).

Details of the job include: assisting with producer and crew needs, executing releases, organizing lunch, receipt collection, crafty runs, etc.

If applying, we are asking for experience in reality/docu-series television and valid driver license.

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Based on 12hrs. Half Day is half rate.

Looking for a Production Manager / Coordinator in the Chicago area to work on an unscripted show (doc-follow) for 4-5 months. Team will be traveling in, and the lead Production Manager will need help in logistics, travel, scheduling, planning, and production support. Team will shoot in the Chicago area, and will also travel 5-6 hours away to shoot in another area. Will also need local Production Assistants as well.

Looking for a seasoned production coordinator to lead a crew in the field for a docuseries / reality tv series. Ideal candidate should have a positive attitude, solid communication and problem solving skills, strong work ethic, and the ability to be flexible with a changing schedule.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- managing day to day field logistics
- obtaining releases in the field
- working with production team to ensure a smooth work flow for crew
- taking/ordering crew meal and securing lunch is picked up/delivered on time
- reconciling pcard receipts
- communicating with production management for updates and issues

Stamford, CT - based production company looking for a local Production Coordinator to join our team.

Must be local to Stamford, CT. This position will report to the local Production Office and to the field as needed.

Applicants should be ambitious, hardworking, professional, and detail oriented.

Candidates must possess the following attributes:
Goal-oriented and motivated
Must be well-organized and knowledge of camera, lighting, and grip equipment
Attention to detail with the ability to multitask a must
Excellent written communication skills
Responsibilities include:
Must have office and field experience along with familiarity with hiring crews, booking travel, and gear coordination
Must have experience renting gear and communicating with crews to create a show equipment list
Familiar with camera, lighting, and grip rental houses. A + if you have local vendor contacts.
We are looking for someone with a strong logistical skillset
Strong experience working with Excel and various spreadsheet programs
Planning and organizing production schedules & shoots
Experience coordinating and traveling crews and gear
Strong organizational skills and problem-solving skillset. Candidates should be able to pivot easily and solve problems on the fly.

This is a Mon-Fri office position entirely in-person.

Please include a brief cover letter with your resume describing your experience and how it qualifies you for the position.

Seeking a Field Production Coordinator. Someone highly organized, efficient, problem solving outlook and interested in building a relationship for future work. 


PCs must have experience:

- Prepping: compiling Call Sheet, crafty run, collect crew at airport
- Communicating with remote PM and Field Producer to secure all shoot needs
- Delegate/ work alongside PA to provide assistance to crew
- Take/ order crew meal and secure lunch is picked up/ delivered on time

- Reconciling petty cash and credit card transactions
- Secure all field releases/ take production stills

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Looking for a seasoned Production Coordinator with experience. Only Experienced Coordinator with past experience will be considered. Needs knowledge of local vendors and local hires.

Untitled crime series in search of production coordinators who are professional, detailed, proactive and hungry to contribute to our project. This role offers opportunities to assist the production manager with various administrative duties and ensure smooth operations throughout production. Responsibilities are but not limited to: Scheduling, call sheets and field coordination. Organize runs, purchase orders and tracking supplies. Manage petty cash and ensure accurate records and receipts. Facilitate team communication and workflows.
Qualifications: Production coordinator experience, detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, proactive and able to anticipate, solid communication and team work abilities with passion for unscripted tv work.

The Production Coordinator (or Event Manager) is responsible for the onsite organization and administration of gear and crew. They prep the venue prior to the event, transport gear to and from the venue, set up gear on game day, supervise crew schedule, execute the production, and break down equipment at end of event. They must be well organized, extremely punctual, and able to communicate well with supervisors and crew both in person and digitally.

All games at this event will be recorded locally and live streamed for parents, fans, and coaches.

Who: Freelance production coordinator
What: Lacrosse tournament
When: May 17-19, 2024 (set up May 17, break down May 19)
Where: Baltimore, MD
Why: $400 per day, meals, travel

Responsibilities:
- Receive gear shipment or hand off
- Lead venue set up
- Give direction to crew
- Communicate with event partner and/or facility manager
- Manage game and crew schedule
- Monitor and maintain power, storage, and bitrate
- Charge gear after each event day (if applicable)
- Break down venue
- Return gear shipment or drop off
- Must be available for one pre-production meeting with management team
- Must be available for set up and breakdown days, possibly before and after event days
- May be required to conduct a site visit prior to event

Qualifications:
- Must have experience with sports video production.
- Must have experience with live video production.
- Must be capable of all day activity, standing / walking for long periods.
- Must have transportation to athletic facility.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladder or scaffold.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Must be eligible to work in US.
- Must feel comfortable giving direction to crew.
- Must be capable of efficient digital communication (text, phone, email).

Looking for a Production Coordinator for a docu-follow show filming in NYC from Early June to Mid Aug with Prep starting mid May. Must be local to NYC or able to work as local.

Task include:
Handling Lunch for Crew
Gathering releases in the field
Credit Card/ Petty Cash reconciliation
Keeping the Crew/ Producers on schedule
Managing PAs
Keeping in constant communication with the LP & PM & relaying any updates

Seeking an experienced Production Coordinator that is local to Houston TX.

Must have experience with call sheets, production reports, expense reconciliation, managing PAs, coordinating catering, etc.

Gig runs from June 3rd - Aug 2nd.

Rate is $300/12, paid hourly.

Our people are our greatest asset and, as an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to work both in front of and behind the cameras.

Seeking a Field Production Coordinator. Someone highly organized, efficient, problem solving outlook and interested in building a relationship for future work. 


PCs must have experience:

- Prepping: compiling Call Sheet, crafty run, collect crew at airport
- Communicating with remote PM and Field Producer to secure all shoot needs
- Delegate/ work alongside PA to provide assistance to crew
- Take/ order crew meal and secure lunch is picked up/ delivered on time

- Reconciling petty cash and credit card transactions
- Secure all field releases/ take production stills

Looking for a production coordinator who can assist a run and gun production in multiple cities as well as a stage shoot in SLC. ISO a coordinator who knows production in's and outs, paperwork, etc. Must have previous non-scripted production experience to be considered.

Weekly - $1500-1600 - 5 DAY WEEK

Coordinator Position

Seeking a Production Coordinator for an Unscripted TV series. The ideal candidate has a minimum 1-2 years experience as PC but open to all applications.

Some responsibilities but not limited to:

- Coordinating travel for crew sized 40+.
- On-set production coordination and logistics.
- Facilitate travel moves.
- Tracking travel on grids in google drive
- Researching and permitting locations
- Sending travel memos to crew/talent
- Petty cash and credit card expense reporting.
- Coordinating locations, equipment, rentals, and other resources locally and on the road.
- Ensuring releases are obtained, organized, and delivered to post.
- Manage production assistants.
- PRs

Ideal candidates have:

- Professional attitude, excellent people skills, and demonstrates ownership over their work.
- Ability to organize work well, with extreme attention to detail.
- High level of personal and professional responsibility.
- Great with Excel & Google Docs

Twenty Twenty Productions in the UK are looking for a US based Production Co-Ordinator to help on a new x6 part Netflix documentary. This person needs experience setting up fast-paced documentary/ reality shoots, securing filming permits, and confident working on location with talent and crew. We are looking for someone who can drive and has a license. They can be based anywhere in the US but need to be available from mid-May- end Sept 2024. Please send CVs when applying. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from disabled people and other under represented groups.