Production Coordinator

About Us

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.

At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.

In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.

Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.

Build a newsworthy career at the FT.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.

The Role

We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Production Coordinator to help drive the smooth day-to-day running of our in-house production studio. This pivotal role sits at the crossroads of creative, production, and operations — ensuring seamless coordination and consistency in the delivery of high-quality branded content.

As the organisational heartbeat of the team, you’ll oversee logistics, manage key administrative processes, and support production from initial brief through to final delivery. Working closely with producers, project managers, creatives, and commercial teams, you’ll help keep projects moving efficiently and ensure every piece of content meets our creative vision and brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative and operational support to the production team

• Maintain up-to-date production trackers and schedules via Monday.com

• Assist with freelancer and supplier onboarding, contracts, and payment

• Help manage invoices, purchase orders, and supplier payments through Coupa

• Support budget reconciliation and liaise with finance to maintain production cost tracking

• Create and distribute call sheets for video shoots

• Book travel, accommodation, and logistics for crew and talent

• Maintain and create production documents and templates

• Help organise team events, shoots, and training sessions

• Contribute to location research, permit arrangement, and logistics

• Act as the central point of contact for the production team’s needs

Required Skills and Experience

• 2–3 years’ experience in an administrative, production coordination, or operations role — ideally within a media, publishing, or creative agency environment

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

• Strong communication skills and confidence working with cross-functional teams

• Familiarity with production workflows (especially video, branded content, digital publishing)

• Experience using Coupa or similar finance systems

• Proficiency with Google Workspace; Monday.com a plus

• Calm under pressure, adaptable, and proactive

• A passion for storytelling, creativity, and media production

Desirable

• Knowledge of creative or commercial media environments

• Previous experience working in a fast-paced production studio

• Experience supporting shoot logistics including travel and accommodation

What’s in it for You?

Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here.

We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help.

Further Information

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