Job Vacancy: Associate Producer

The Role

Hijinx is recruiting an Associate Producer on a part-time basis to support the Head of Film with all aspects of Hijinx’s film programme. As Associate Producer, you are a key member of the creative team and are responsible for assisting the Head of Film to create high quality documentaries, short films and feature films that showcase Hijinx actors and reflect the lived experience of learning disabled and/or autistic people. You also support the planning and delivery of Unity Film Festival.

You will have experience in a similar role within the Film & TV industry and be a motivated self-starter. You will support the Head of Film with all elements of the film programme at Hijinx, ensuring it remains rooted in its mission to increase the representation of disabled people on screen.

Job Pack

Below you can find downloadable information in a range of formats, which provide full details on the role and how to apply.

Hijinx Associate Producer Job Pack – English – 2024 (Plain Text Word)

Hijinx Associate Producer Job Pack – English – 2024 (PDF)

If you require the role information in a different format, please contact us on hr@hijinx.org.uk.

How to Apply

If you think you are a good fit for the role and would like to apply, please send us:

• A current CV telling us about you – and why you feel you are the right person for the role, ensuring you highlight any relevant experience, skills and qualifications. Please send this as a Word document.
• A covering letter of no more than two sides or a video of no more than 5 minutes – telling us why you are the right candidate and how you would approach the responsibilities of the role. Please send your covering letter as a Word document.
• A completed Diversity Monitoring Form – to be completed online here – please confirm in your covering letter that you have completed this form.

Applications should be sent to hr@hijinx.org.uk by the closing date.

Applications will close at midnight on 31/01/2025. Interviews will be scheduled for the week commencing 10/02/2025.

Job title: Associate Producer

Line Manager: Head of Film

Responsible for: Volunteers and freelancers as required

Contract: Permanent role (6 months’ probation)

Hours: Part time, 15 hours per week to be delivered flexibly as needed to fulfil the requirements of the role. Time off in lieu is given.

Based at: Hijinx Office, Wales Millenium Centre, Cardiff Bay – hybrid working available

Salary/Benefits: £26,500 per annum pro-rata (£10,600 actual)

Hijinx offers a workplace pension scheme via Nest, Bike to Work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.

Additionally, we offer support with developing Welsh language skills. Hijinx is committed to supporting ongoing professional development and will work closely with the postholder to ensure their training needs are met.

Holiday: 25 days per annum plus statutory bank holidays, pro-rata (10.5 days per annum; 3 bank holidays)