Production Assistant

About ME+EM

ME+EM is a rapidly expanding luxury fashion brand in the UK, boasting a strong global online presence, flagship stores in London and Edinburgh, concessions at Harrods and Selfridges, and recent store openings in the U.S. The company fosters a dynamic, creative, and entrepreneurial environment where every team member contributes to its success. The workplace is fast-paced but balanced with social activities and rewards for hard work, promoting a supportive and welcoming culture.

Role Overview

The Production Assistant will work under the Creative Operations Consultant to aid in the management of photo and video productions for campaigns, lookbooks, e-commerce, and social media content. This role involves hands-on experience in all facets of fashion production, including pre-production, logistics, on-set activities, and post-production asset management. It is suited for those early in their careers who are passionate about fashion and content creation and can work calmly under pressure in a fast-moving setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Production team in executing various shoots, coordinating with in-house producers and brand teams on requirements and timelines.
• Manage call sheets, schedules, crew communications, contracts, and invoices.
• Organize logistics including sourcing and booking locations and studios, travel and accommodation arrangements, props, and production services.
• Support risk assessments, health and safety documentation, and production paperwork.
• Maintain production equipment, supplies, and studio areas to ensure operational efficiency.
• Provide on-set assistance by managing talent schedules, supporting shoot setup and pack-down, coordinating catering, and resolving issues promptly.
• Handle post-production organization such as logging raw footage, asset tracking, invoice management, and maintaining production archives.
• Administer freelancer and supplier databases, assist with scheduling, onboarding, and provide general administrative support to the Production team.

Skills and Experience

• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail, capable of managing multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities, confident in liaising with diverse stakeholders including internal teams, freelancers, and creative partners.
• Self-motivated, problem solver who takes ownership of assigned tasks.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a high-pressure, creative environment with shifting priorities.
• Genuine enthusiasm for luxury fashion, creative content production, and related processes.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks and familiarity with Google Workspace and project management tools such as Asana.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in production, studio assistance, creative marketing, or fashion-related roles.
• Background supporting photo or video shoots within a creative production setting.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or content management systems is advantageous.
• Understanding of fashion imagery workflows, including campaign production and e-commerce content.

Employee Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays) for full-time employees.
• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Pension scheme and group life insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Programme and length of service awards.
• Refer a Friend scheme, staff uniforms for retail positions, and generous staff/friends and family discounts.
• Annual volunteer day, cycle to work scheme, tech scheme, and eye care vouchers.
• Recognized as a Real Living Wage employer with employee-led committees and social events including biannual parties.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits after two years of service.

Diversity and Inclusion

ME+EM is committed to equal opportunity employment, fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion without discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status. The company encourages applications from minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities.