Careers

We are always on the look out for talented, motivated individuals.

If you fit the profiles on the right, then great, give us a call.

If you don't, but you're truly exceptional, we'd still like to hear from you.

Wherever you're at, we hope you get to be where you want to be.

Best wishes,
WRG

Senior Producer – London and Manchester

WRG are looking to recruit two Senior Producers who will be based in our rapidly expanding London and Manchester offices. We are looking for talented and creative individuals with considerable industry experience and proven track records for delivering world-class events.

As senior members of the production team, you will be responsible for the execution of some of WRG’s largest projects, in the UK and around the world, with budgets exceeding £1m plus. It is a diverse, demanding and exciting role that will challenge you on a daily basis. Plus, you will get the chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry – Creatives, Designers, Account Directors and Production Managers.

You should have a talent for messaging and content development, whilst having an in depth technical knowledge and excellent organisational and people management skills.

Above all we are looking for intelligent lateral thinkers who are passionate about production and seek to deliver outstanding projects, whilst constantly pushing the boundaries in terms of innovation and execution.

The Role
• Lead events from creative concepts through to on-site delivery
• Lead and manage project teams of up to 25 people
• Manage pitch and event budgets to achieve business / margin targets
• Develop long standing client relationships (alongside Account Directors)
• Creative input to delivery of pitches and shows
• Creation of show content ensuring the clients message is delivered
• Ability to brief and deliver show software (film, digital, etc)
• Understanding of global markets and subtle nuances of their working methods
• Project management and administration in line with our Business Management System (in accordance with ISO 9001 and BS8901 standards )
• Mentoring of junior team members – Producers and Project Co-ordinators

The individual:
• Excellent overall production knowledge
• Proactive, organised and methodical
• Commercially astute
• Creatively led
• Strategically focussed with an aptitude for messaging
• Positive/can do attitude
• Excellent literacy skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High expectations of quality

Senior Producers will report directly to the Head of Production – London.

Salary – Upon application

How to apply; send a CV and covering letter detailing your experience, motivation and suitability for the position, to Sharon.russell@wrg.uk.com, with the subject line ‘Senior Producer application’

Closing date of applications: 29th February 2012

Account Executive Vacancy - Manchester

WRG Creative Communication works with some of the world’s best known brands and brings to life their messages through marketing communications, events and conferences in the UK and around the globe. We are currently looking to recruit a talented passionate and energetic Account Executive to work within our Marketing Communications team.

The successful candidate will support and deliver excellent Client Service through effective Project management whilst being commercially aware at all times.
Do you have the key competencies we are looking for, think so, well measure yourself up against our required expectations.
• A thorough knowledge of basic marketing principles, promotional marketing, conceptual thinking and a good appreciation of the creative process
• Experience of arranging project start up meetings
• Working knowledge of brand books and case studies
• Posses a high degree of intelligent writing and an interest in general Marketing Communications
• Proven financial and commercial skills
• Strong people skills in working with a cohesive team of people

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and career minded individual to be part of a talented team and join an amazing Agency.

To apply, please email your CV with a covering letter, noting your current remuneration package and salary expectations to sharon.russell@wrg.cuk.com

We regret that we shall not be able to write personally to all applicants who are not shortlisted. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

Closing date 10th February 2012

I.T Support Technician

We are looking for an I.T Support Technician to join our busy I.T department; you will need to be confident in your ability in handling the ever changing world of IT?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and dynamic market leading Creative Communications agency, where challenge and reward go hand-in-hand.

As an IT Support Technician, you'll assist the IT Manager in maintaining and troubleshooting a network supporting 150+ employees in an Active Directory environment, ensuring 100% service availability.

You will ensure the smooth day-to-day running of all user services, including PC hardware, Apple Mac infrastructure, mail, fax, phone systems, user application support, internet access, database services and network infrastructure.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Providing support to the IT Manager where required
- Responding to requests from staff for assistance on IT issues, ensuring customer expectations are met
- Activating and deactivating employee access
- Installing and setting up new PCs and Apple Mac’s
- Providing assistance with system back ups

As an IT Support Technician, you'll be a first class communicator with plenty of drive and motivation. The confidence to converse with managers at all levels and a professional manner are key.

Ideally posses an accredited qualifications, such as an MCSE with previous experience of working at this level in a busy IT environment.

To apply, please email your CV with a covering letter, noting your current remuneration package and salary expectations to careers@wrg.uk.com

We regret that we shall not be able to write personally to all applicants who are not shortlisted. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

Salary to be confirmed at interview

Closing date 17th February 2012

Exhibition Project Manager - Manchester

This vacancy is critical to the production process of WRG both in pre production and on site. The Exhibition Project Manager (EPM) will be a senior position within the exhibition department and will hold significant responsibility for consistency and quality of our output.

We are looking for someone passionate about WRG and its values, someone who will champion WRG both internally and externally, and someone who will strive for WRG to be the best in its field.

The EPM will be responsible for the technical delivery of one off large-scale projects and modular exhibition programmes for some of our largest clients. They will be expected to integrate within our existing exhibition design team to ensure projects run seamlessly, safely and on budget.

As a member of the production department the EPM will be expected to work within the operational structure of the WRG Business Management System and conform to all ISO 9001 and BS 8901 standards.

The EPM will report directly to the Operations Director, work closely with all Account Directors and liaise with all other Heads of Department.

The Role
• Work with designers to realise designs to the highest level
• Play a key role in the pitch process, writing and co-ordinating pith documents
• Liaise with all suppliers and other departments within WRG
• Liaise with venues on technical in house services
• Create and maintain budget on Procim for each project
• Arrange and chair production meetings
• Create on site schedules and crew information packs on projects
• Oversee rig and de rig on site
• Complete Show Reports
• Arrange Technical de briefs
• Responsible for Health and Safety on projects and work with consultants where necessary
• Ensure all suppliers are working within our specified BS8901 sustainability requirements
• Ensure all insurance cover is in place in conjunction with Commercial Finance Director
• Keep Exhibition Department updated on new technology and arrange relevant demonstrations

The individual:
• Excellent overall technical knowledge
• Proactive, organised and methodical
• Commercially astute
• Positive/can do attitude
• Excellent literacy skills
• Solutions focused
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High expectations of quality

Salary – Upon application

How to apply; send a CV and covering letter detailing your motivation and suitability for the position, to Sharon.russell@wrg.uk.com, with the subject line ‘Exhibitions Project Manager’

Closing date of applications: 29th February 2012