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Studio Assistant Internship
Heaps and Stacks LTD

Opportunity closes: 30 Apr 2024
Type: Internship
Based: London
Salary: London Living Wage

Website: heaps-stacks.com
Instagram: @heaps_stacks

We are searching for a dynamic and proactive Studio Assistant to join our vibrant design agency.

If you thrive in an organised and energetic environment, this internship opportunity is for you! As a Studio Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the production of awe-inspiring brand activations and experiential events for our prestigious clientele.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the diverse perspectives of all departments involved in bringing our events to fruition! You’ll work across all key functions of the business (Creative, Production and Studio teams) and will become familiar with a project’s lifecycle from start to finish and provide crucial support for each step of the process.

From circulating initial thought shower notes to ensuring production elements are ordered through to making sure boxes of props are packed and ready for site! You’ll be an operational master, ensuring the smooth running of the in-house process from conception to fruition.

This role is perfect for anyone wanting to explore the world of events and get a taste of all the different factions that help turn briefs into brilliance while also taking on significant responsibility in supporting the running of the studio. This role will provide the foundations needed for entry into the Experiential world!

We are a new-generation, multi-discipline, experience design studio… and if you were wondering what that means; well, we create brand experiences which dabble in food and drink, crafts, set design, aquatic plants, sandcastles, flower pressing, glass blowing (you get the idea) to build unique experiences, that matter. We work with commercial brands to produce experiences which crescendo their marketing calendars.

WHAT’S EXPECTED: Your duties will include but not be limited to the following:

  • Production & Creative Team Support
  • Supporting producers on project planning of events
  • Maintain and build vendors, suppliers & sustainability databases.
  • Liaising with vendors and suppliers
  • Administrative support for preparing events, including booking cabs and couriers, processing invoices, updating spreadsheets and maintaining contact with relevant vendors.
  • Administrative tasks within the team: circulating notes and organising files
  • Support the production team with pre-packing for events, packing production boxes and ordering kits & supplies (as well as the reverse when coming back from live jobs)
  • Support on site could inc; displaying props, ordering lunches, ordering couriers and other various key tasks
  • Supporting in studio storage organising and charity shop drops § Supporting creatives on project planning of events
  • Support thought shower sessions between Creative and Production departments
  • Creative support, including prop sourcing and cost tracking
  • Complete pre and post-event administrative tasks on and off-site, including setup, pack down, dismantling equipment, re-setting production boxes, booking waste collections, returning equipment or taking items to charity shops, etc
  • Support the team by undertaking various tasks and running administrative errands Studio Support
  • Supported the Studio Manager with daily office administration as required, organising team breakfasts and lunches, social trips and studio snacks
  • Support in booking and setting up meeting rooms (external and internal)
  • Chasing any missing VAT receipts
  • Scheduling internal meetings and taking and circulating notes
  • Maintain a tidy, clean studio environment

How To Apply

Please send a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter to [email protected]