Account Manager Film, TV or Related Industry

Architechies Touch Software; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading film industry company in the United Kingdom is looking for a dedicated Account Manager to support and develop client accounts. The ideal candidate will have industry experience in film or live events, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities include maintaining client relationships, overseeing logistics, and managing financial controls. A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills is essential. This role offers substantial benefits and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build strong client relationships.
• Comfortable networking at industry events.
• Professional and highly organized under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining relationships with existing client base.
• Overseeing equipment availability and logistics.
• Monitoring late returns and invoicing.

Skills

Industry experience in film, live events, or television

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Site / Office Based (5 Days)

Excellent + Substantial Benefits

My client is the rapidly growing European subsidiary of a global Film company who specialise in lighting, rigging, generators, etc. They also own film studies as well as facilitate studios for other organisations.

They seek a reliable, self‑motivated individual to work as an Account Manager supporting and developing their Client base who will perform work with the wider organisations departments developing and supporting key client accounts.

You will report directly to the Team Leader but also work closely with the Office Manager, Sales team, Sales Director, Business Development Director, Finance, Operations and Distribution Department. The main duties for this position include significant involvement with Production Crews.

Key Duties

• Maintaining relationships with existing client base.
• Responsible for accurate quoting and job setup, overseeing equipment availability, sub‑hire and logistics.
• Coordinating transport and crew requirements and ensuring all systems are kept up to date.
• You will be accountable for financial controls including purchase orders, billing schedules, invoicing and payment management.
• Responsible for monitoring late returns, extended hires and missing or damaged equipment.
• Ensure productions are closed efficiently, profit margins are maximised and all contractual, insurance and administrative requirements are met whilst setting a professional example and supporting the wider team as required.

You Will Have

• Industry experience within film, live events or television, particularly in lighting rental and sales. The ability to produce cable, distribution and generic lighting lists for ballpark quotes.
• You will be professional, highly organised and able to work effectively under pressure, demonstrating strong attention to detail with the ability to manage workloads to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel with a proven ability to build strong client relationships. They should also be collaborative, highly motivated and comfortable networking at industry events.

Person Specification

• Industry experience preferred, in Film, live event/TV companies lighting rental and sales inclusive of equipment prep/crew prep and transportation.
• Remain professional and work well under pressure in an unpredictable industry.
• Strong attention to detail and business acumen.
• Ability to manage own workload efficiently and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work well with others and contribute to a positive environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are crucial.
• Strong track record of building and managing customer relationships.
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Enthusiastic and highly motivated with the willingness to go above and beyond to get the job done.
• Attend work events and be comfortable networking on all levels to maintain

Key Skills

Highly Driven Individual, Team Player, Customer Service, End‑to‑End client relationship management, Working with sales team, must have excellent communication skills, Car Driver.