Company: Coproduction Office
Sector: Film & Cultural Industries
Salary: Based on experience
Start Date: Based on availability

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Personal Assistant to one of our esteemed Movie Directors.

COMPANY PROFILE

Based in Paris and Berlin, Coproduction Office is a leading international distributor and producer of bold, auteur-driven films, known for their daring content and distinctive cinematic language.

Founded by Philippe Bober, Coproduction Office has been instrumental in launching and supporting the careers of pioneering directors.* Bober has produced over forty films, most of which have been selected for the main competitions at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. These films have garnered numerous prestigious awards, including: the Golden Lion in Venice for Roy Andersson’s A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence (2014), and two Palme d’Or at Cannes for Ruben Östlund’s The Square (2017) and Triangle of Sadness (2022).

Our international sales division represents films produced by Philippe Bober, selected acquisitions, and restored classics by master filmmakers such as Roberto Rossellini, Márta Mészáros, and Konrad Wolf. Over the past decade, Coproduction Office has also expanded organically, diversifying its activities to include:

• The production of visual art

• An art gallery

• A wine bar in Berlin and the import of organic wines

We offer an international, collaborative, and fast-paced workplace. Team members benefit from strong collegial support, meaningful responsibilities, cross-departmental involvement, and opportunities for career advancement — all while contributing to the work of some of today’s most exciting and visionary directors and artists.

*Roy Andersson, Jessica Hausner, Kornél Mundruczó, Ruben Östlund, Cristi Puiu, Carlos Reygadas, Ulrich Seidl, Lars von Trier, Lou Ye

JOB OUTLINE:

As the Personal Assistant to one of our Film Directors, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our director's busy schedule and creative projects. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Organizational Skills: Managing the director's calendar, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments to optimize efficiency and productivity.

• Problem-Solving: Anticipating and resolving logistical challenges to ensure seamless production processes and project execution.

• Persistence and Assertiveness: Being assertive and persuasive in communicating the director's needs and vision to various stakeholders, and not accepting "no" as an answer when obstacles arise.

• Research: Conducting thorough research on industry trends, potential collaborators, and creative inspiration to support the director's vision and project development.

• Interest in Creative Industries: Demonstrating a genuine passion for the film industry and a deep understanding of its nuances and intricacies.

• Creativity and Open-Mindedness: Collaborating with the director to brainstorm ideas, provide input, and contribute innovative solutions to creative challenges.

Qualifications / You are:

• Previous experience as a personal assistant or in a similar administrative role within the entertainment industry is preferred.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.

• Assertive communication skills and the ability to advocate for the director's needs assertively.

• Proficiency in conducting thorough research and synthesizing information from various sources.

• Have a genuine interest in the creative industries, particularly film, television, and digital media.

• Creativity, flexibility, and an open-minded approach to collaborating on diverse creative projects.

• English and French languages are mandatory, fluency in German is a plus.

We want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position to: staff@coproductionoffice.eu. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the same email address.

(NB: Our recruitment team is working remotely and cannot be reached by phone at our Paris or Berlin offices).

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Company: Coproduction Office
Sector: Film & Cultural Industries
Compensation: €1,200/month gross (before taxes)
Duration: 6 months, full-time
Start Date: Based on availability

We are looking for a globally minded, results-oriented colleague with strong organisational skills and a keen interest in culture to join our team of thirty, working in a dynamic and international environment. You will start as an intern, assisting our Sales & Marketing team, with the potential to transition into a full-time role.

COMPANY PROFILE

Based in Paris and Berlin, Coproduction Office is a leading international distributor and producer of bold, auteur-driven films, known for their daring content and distinctive cinematic language.

Founded by Philippe Bober, Coproduction Office has been instrumental in launching and supporting the careers of pioneering directors.* Bober has produced over forty films, most of which have been selected for the main competitions at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. These films have garnered numerous prestigious awards, including: the Golden Lion in Venice for Roy Andersson’s A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence (2014), and two Palme d’Or at Cannes for Ruben Östlund’s The Square (2017) and Triangle of Sadness (2022).

Our international sales division represents films produced by Philippe Bober, selected acquisitions, and restored classics by master filmmakers such as Roberto Rossellini, Márta Mészáros, and Konrad Wolf. Over the past decade, Coproduction Office has also expanded organically, diversifying its activities to include:

• The production of visual art

• An art gallery

• A wine bar in Berlin and the import of organic wines

We offer an international, collaborative, and fast-paced workplace. Team members benefit from strong collegial support, meaningful responsibilities, cross-departmental involvement, and opportunities for career advancement — all while contributing to the work of some of today’s most exciting and visionary directors and artists.

*Roy Andersson, Jessica Hausner, Kornél Mundruczó, Ruben Östlund, Cristi Puiu, Carlos Reygadas, Ulrich Seidl, Lars von Trier, Lou Ye

JOB OUTLINE

As a Sales Intern, you will support the team with tasks including:

• Assist our sales executives with the market preparation and during markets (scheduling meetings, researching distributors, preparing documents and presentations on our films, assisting on the logistics, etc.).

• Follow up with international distributors after the markets (preparing information on films, screeners, and others).

• Search for prospective partners (market studies); improve and update the clients and sales database and contacts list.

• Assist the sales team in the negotiation for film sales, for example by reflecting on selling points and gathering information on a film.

• Assist with the redaction of contracts and other administrative tasks (notarization process, registration of contracts, etc.)

• Follow up with our international distributors to track the films’ releases (release dates, admission numbers, marketing elements).

• Support the management of MEDIA Creative Europe funding, both internally and in collaboration with our European distributors (application and reporting).

• Keep track of expiring contracts and get in touch with distributors to negotiate renewals.

• Assist the sales team in the preparation of sales strategies (reflect on pitching and ideas for retrospectives and collections).

You will:

• Gain oversight on various aspects of the company, including finance and production

• Work in a multilingual, friendly, and motivational environment

• Obtain valuable experience working with the sales and marketing team, as well as with the founder Philippe Bober on unique award-winning films

You are:

• A native or fully fluent English-speaker with excellent command of French and/or German. Other languages are a plus.

• Detail-oriented and deadline-focused

• Precise, Proficient with Excel and databases.

• A cinephile with a strong interest in film distribution and marketing.

• Able to think outside the boxes.

• Able to demonstrate previous experience in the film industry.

• Flexible and proactive

We want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position to: staff@coproductionoffice.eu. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the same email address.

(NB: Our recruitment team is working remotely and cannot be reached by phone at our Paris or Berlin offices).

Apply for this position

Company: Coproduction Office
Sector: Film & Cultural Industries
Compensation: €1,200/month gross (before taxes)
Duration: 6 months, full-time
Start Date: Based on availability

We are looking for a globally minded, results-oriented colleague with strong organisational skills and a keen interest in culture to join our team of thirty, working in a dynamic and international environment. You will start as an intern, assisting our Sales & Marketing team, with the potential to transition into a full-time role.

COMPANY PROFILE

Based in Paris and Berlin, Coproduction Office is a leading international distributor and producer of bold, auteur-driven films, known for their daring content and distinctive cinematic language.

Founded by Philippe Bober, Coproduction Office has been instrumental in launching and supporting the careers of pioneering directors.* Bober has produced over forty films, most of which have been selected for the main competitions at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. These films have garnered numerous prestigious awards, including: the Golden Lion in Venice for Roy Andersson’s A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence (2014), and two Palme d’Or at Cannes for Ruben Östlund’s The Square (2017) and Triangle of Sadness (2022).

Our international sales division represents films produced by Philippe Bober, selected acquisitions, and restored classics by master filmmakers such as Roberto Rossellini, Márta Mészáros, and Konrad Wolf. Over the past decade, Coproduction Office has also expanded organically, diversifying its activities to include:

• The production of visual art

• An art gallery

• A wine bar in Berlin and the import of organic wines

We offer an international, collaborative, and fast-paced workplace. Team members benefit from strong collegial support, meaningful responsibilities, cross-departmental involvement, and opportunities for career advancement — all while contributing to the work of some of today’s most exciting and visionary directors and artists.

*Roy Andersson, Jessica Hausner, Kornél Mundruczó, Ruben Östlund, Cristi Puiu, Carlos Reygadas, Ulrich Seidl, Lars von Trier, Lou Ye

JOB OUTLINE:

You will:

• Work in an international and multilingual environment with a friendly and motivational atmosphere, alongside committed and team-oriented colleagues.

• Gain insight into the independent film industry while working on unique and artistically ambitious films

• Perform the following tasks as a member of our sales and marketing team:

  • Coordinating film marketing with graphic designers, trailer editors, talents, decision makers, printers, market staff for our booths in Unifrance, Berlin, Cannes, etc.

  • Assistance with the layout and design of press books, posters and other marketing elements

  • Enhancing marketing materials for catalogue films

  • Assisting with catalogue sales and suggesting ideas for retrospectives and collections

  • Creating bonus material for films (interviews, behind-the-scenes content)

  • Managing and increasing activities on social media and the website

  • Collecting and archiving press reviews and suggesting press quotes

  • Participating in test screenings

You are:

• A native or fully fluent English-speaker with excellent command of French and/or German. Other languages are a plus.

• Detail-oriented and deadline-focused

• Passionate about cinema with a strong interest in marketing

• Creative and able to think outside the box

• Tech-savvy and proficient in cloud-based applications (Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and virtual workspaces

• Experienced in the film industry (a plus)

• Flexible and proactive

We want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position to: staff@coproductionoffice.eu. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the same email address.

(NB: Our recruitment team is working remotely and cannot be reached by phone at our Paris or Berlin offices).

Apply for this position

Company: Coproduction Office
Sector: Film & Cultural Industries
Salary: Based on experience
Start Date: Based on availability

We are looking for a globally minded, results-oriented colleague with strong organisational skills and a keen interest in culture to join our team of thirty, working in a dynamic and international environment. You will assist our Sales & Production teams and our founder Philippe Bober.

COMPANY PROFILE


Based in Paris and Berlin, Coproduction Office is a leading international distributor and producer of bold, auteur-driven films, known for their daring content and distinctive cinematic language.

Founded by Philippe Bober, Coproduction Office has been instrumental in launching and supporting the careers of pioneering directors.* Bober has produced over forty films, most of which have been selected for the main competitions at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. These films have garnered numerous prestigious awards, including: the Golden Lion in Venice for Roy Andersson’s A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence (2014), and two Palme d’Or at Cannes for Ruben Östlund’s The Square (2017) and Triangle of Sadness (2022).

Our international sales division represents films produced by Philippe Bober, selected acquisitions, and restored classics by master filmmakers such as Roberto Rossellini, Márta Mészáros, and Konrad Wolf. Over the past decade, Coproduction Office has also expanded organically, diversifying its activities to include:

• The production of visual art

• An art gallery

• A wine bar in Berlin and the import of organic wines

We offer an international, collaborative, and fast-paced workplace. Team members benefit from strong collegial support, meaningful responsibilities, cross-departmental involvement, and opportunities for career advancement — all while contributing to the work of some of today’s most exciting and visionary directors and artists.

*Roy Andersson, Jessica Hausner, Kornél Mundruczó, Ruben Östlund, Cristi Puiu, Carlos Reygadas, Ulrich Seidl, Lars von Trier, Lou Ye

JOB OUTLINE:

You will:

• Work in an international and multilingual environment with a friendly and motivational atmosphere, alongside committed and team-oriented colleagues.

• Gain insight into the independent film industry while working on unique and artistically ambitious films.

• Perform the following tasks as a member of our sales team:

  • Draw up the sales contracts and negotiate directly with our clients working closely with our sales agents.

  • Negotiate external contracts (platforms, TVs, etc).

  • Update of our internal template for sales contract to adapt to the evolutions of international audiovisual law and the rise of new exploitation windows.

  • Supervise international releases in accordance with negotiated holdbacks.

  • Acquisitions: draw up the Sales Agency Agreements and negotiate with our producers for our fresh slate, and with the right holders for our Classics department.

  • Work with the production department on the coproduction contracts, author rights, actors contracts with high-end international cast.

  • General overseeing of the legal aspects of the production including subsidies contracts, grant conventions, broadcasters coproductions, pre-sales, loan conventions, etc.

  • Supervise clients royalties reportings.

  • Grants and supports for sales and production: work closely with sales and production teams on various applications for funding (MEDIA, CNC, etc.).

  • Supervise and negotiate clauses with CAMAs and interparty agreements (IPAs).

  • Legal deliveries: collect and prepare documents such as chain or rights, music cue sheet, etc.

  • Legal support to our finance department.

  • Management of an intern in charge of assisting you and the legal back office.

You are:

• Fluent in English and either German or French. Italian is a plus.

• You have a master’s degree in law and intellectual property or further education in law with 3+ years of relevant professional experience.

• You have a first experience in a legal department of either a production or sales company.

• You have a solid understanding of international audiovisual law.

• You are perfectionist with high attention to details and meeting deadlines.

• You are precise, proficient with Excel and databases.

• You are flexible and proactive.

• You like working in a team and your strong communication skills ensure the capability of working with people of various nationalities. Colleagues can always rely on you.

• You are a cinephile with a strong interest in film production and distribution.

We want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position to: staff@coproductionoffice.eu. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the same email address.

(NB: Our recruitment team is working remotely and cannot be reached by phone at our Paris or Berlin offices).

Apply for this position

Company: Coproduction Office
Sector: Film & Cultural Industries
Compensation: €1,200/month gross (before taxes)
Duration: 6 months, full-time
Start Date: Based on availability

We are looking for a globally minded, results-oriented colleague with strong organisational skills and a keen interest in culture to join our team of thirty, working in a dynamic and international environment. You will start as an intern, assisting our production team, with the potential to transition into a full-time role.

COMPANY PROFILE

Based in Paris and Berlin, Coproduction Office is a leading international distributor and producer of bold, auteur-driven films, known for their daring content and distinctive cinematic language.

Founded by Philippe Bober, Coproduction Office has been instrumental in launching and supporting the careers of pioneering directors.* Bober has produced over forty films, most of which have been selected for the main competitions at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. These films have garnered numerous prestigious awards, including: the Golden Lion in Venice for Roy Andersson’s A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence (2014), and two Palme d’Or at Cannes for Ruben Östlund’s The Square (2017) and Triangle of Sadness (2022).

Our international sales division represents films produced by Philippe Bober, selected acquisitions, and restored classics by master filmmakers such as Roberto Rossellini, Márta Mészáros, and Konrad Wolf. Over the past decade, Coproduction Office has also expanded organically, diversifying its activities to include:

• The production of visual art

• An art gallery

• A wine bar in Berlin and the import of organic wines

We offer an international, collaborative, and fast-paced workplace. Team members benefit from strong collegial support, meaningful responsibilities, cross-departmental involvement, and opportunities for career advancement — all while contributing to the work of some of today’s most exciting and visionary directors and artists.

*Roy Andersson, Jessica Hausner, Kornél Mundruczó, Ruben Östlund, Cristi Puiu, Carlos Reygadas, Ulrich Seidl, Lars von Trier, Lou Ye

JOB OUTLINE

You will assist our producers and our CFO throughout the entire lifecycle of a film — from early development to financing, production, post-production, festival premieres, and international distribution via our in-house sales branch — on our current projects by Ruben Östlund, Ulrich Seidl, Jessica Hausner, and Susanne Heinrich.

You will:

• Work in an international and multilingual environment with a friendly and motivational atmosphere, alongside committed and team-oriented colleagues
• Gain insight into the independent film industry while working on unique and artistically ambitious films

Main responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the drafting, proofreading, and management of contracts (co-production agreements, financing contracts, cast and crew agreements, etc.)
• Supporting the production team with legal and administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with contractual and funding obligations
• Preparing and updating recoupment schedules and waterfall models
• Assisting in the creation and monitoring of financing plans, cashflows, and deliverables
• Coordinating funding applications and liaising with public funds, banks, financiers, co-producers and clients
• Performing relevant research (e.g. legal frameworks, co-production treaties, prospective partners)
• Assisting with budgeting and cost reporting alongside our CFO and executive producers
• Participating in test screenings and helping shape early marketing strategies

You are:

• A native or fully fluent in English speaker, with excellent command of either French or German (both written and spoken)
• Precise, accountable and motivated, with a strong attention to detail and respect for deadlines
• Experienced in the film industry and/or have a strong academic or professional background in law, finance, business affairs or a related field
• Capable of interacting with professionals across different sectors: film industry, public funding institutions, finance and legal fields
• Flexible, solutions-oriented, and proactive
• Proficient in Excel, comfortable working with numbers, and interested in finance and accounting (any legal training is a strong asset)
• Tech-savvy and experienced with cloud-based tools and virtual workspaces

We want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position to: staff@coproductionoffice.eu. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the same email address.

(NB: Our recruitment team is working remotely and cannot be reached by phone at our Paris or Berlin offices).

Apply for this position

Company: Coproduction Office
Sector: Film & Cultural Industries
Compensation: €1,200/month gross (before taxes)
Duration: 6 months, full-time
Start Date: Based on availability

We are looking for a globally minded, results-oriented colleague with strong organisational skills and a keen interest in culture to join our team of thirty, working in a dynamic and international environment. You will start as an intern, assisting our post-production team, with the potential to transition into a full-time role.

COMPANY PROFILE


Based in Paris and Berlin, Coproduction Office is a leading international distributor and producer of bold, auteur-driven films, known for their daring content and distinctive cinematic language.

Founded by Philippe Bober, Coproduction Office has been instrumental in launching and supporting the careers of pioneering directors.* Bober has produced over forty films, most of which have been selected for the main competitions at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. These films have garnered numerous prestigious awards, including: the Golden Lion in Venice for Roy Andersson’s A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence (2014), and two Palme d’Or at Cannes for Ruben Östlund’s The Square (2017) and Triangle of Sadness (2022).

Our international sales division represents films produced by Philippe Bober, selected acquisitions, and restored classics by master filmmakers such as Roberto Rossellini, Márta Mészáros, and Konrad Wolf. Over the past decade, Coproduction Office has also expanded organically, diversifying its activities to include:

• The production of visual art

• An art gallery

• A wine bar in Berlin and the import of organic wines

We offer an international, collaborative, and fast-paced workplace. Team members benefit from strong collegial support, meaningful responsibilities, cross-departmental involvement, and opportunities for career advancement — all while contributing to the work of some of today’s most exciting and visionary directors and artists.

*Roy Andersson, Jessica Hausner, Kornél Mundruczó, Ruben Östlund, Cristi Puiu, Carlos Reygadas, Ulrich Seidl, Lars von Trier, Lou Ye

JOB OUTLINE:

You will:

• Work in an international and multilingual environment with a friendly and motivational atmosphere, alongside committed and team-oriented colleagues.

• Gain insight into the independent film industry while working on unique and artistically ambitious films.

• Perform the following tasks as an active member of our post-production team:

  • Contribute to the post-production of new titles & film restorations.

  • Plan and coordinate test screenings, and support the editing team with transcripts of editing discussions.

  • Edit and catalogue VOD film screeners, as well as work alongside the marketing team to create trailers and excerpts.

  • Create and review subtitles.

  • Assist with the deliveries of film elements to distributors, servicing companies and festivals.

  • Help manage the inventory of the company’s catalogue in close collaboration with the Sales team.

  • Communicate with production companies, labs, vendors, and external collaborators.

  • Occasionally support the post-production team with other tasks.

You are:

• A native or fully fluent English-speaker with excellent command of French and/or German. A third language is a plus (Italian or Russian in particular)

• A cinephile with an interest in film analysis and an ability to formalize ideas in written form

• A team player with strong communication, technical, and organisational skills

• Detail-oriented, flexible and proactive

• Able to demonstrate experience in the film industry (previous practice in film post-production and sales is a plus)

• Proficient with Premiere Pro; Experience with AVID, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve is a plus

We want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position to: staff@coproductionoffice.eu. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the same email address.

(NB: Our recruitment team is working remotely and cannot be reached by phone at our Paris or Berlin offices).

Apply for this position

Company: Coproduction Office
Sector: Film & Cultural Industries
Compensation: €1,200/month gross (before taxes)
Duration: 6 months, full-time
Start Date: Based on availability

We are looking for a globally minded, results-oriented colleague with strong organisational skills and a keen interest in culture to join our team of thirty, working in a dynamic and international environment. You will start as an intern, assisting our production team, with the potential to transition into a full-time role.

COMPANY PROFILE


Based in Paris and Berlin, Coproduction Office is a leading international distributor and producer of bold, auteur-driven films, known for their daring content and distinctive cinematic language.

Founded by Philippe Bober, Coproduction Office has been instrumental in launching and supporting the careers of pioneering directors.* Bober has produced over forty films, most of which have been selected for the main competitions at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. These films have garnered numerous prestigious awards, including: the Golden Lion in Venice for Roy Andersson’s A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence (2014), and two Palme d’Or at Cannes for Ruben Östlund’s The Square (2017) and Triangle of Sadness (2022).

Our international sales division represents films produced by Philippe Bober, selected acquisitions, and restored classics by master filmmakers such as Roberto Rossellini, Márta Mészáros, and Konrad Wolf. Over the past decade, Coproduction Office has also expanded organically, diversifying its activities to include:

• The production of visual art

• An art gallery

• A wine bar in Berlin and the import of organic wines

We offer an international, collaborative, and fast-paced workplace. Team members benefit from strong collegial support, meaningful responsibilities, cross-departmental involvement, and opportunities for career advancement — all while contributing to the work of some of today’s most exciting and visionary directors and artists.

*Roy Andersson, Jessica Hausner, Kornél Mundruczó, Ruben Östlund, Cristi Puiu, Carlos Reygadas, Ulrich Seidl, Lars von Trier, Lou Ye

JOB OUTLINE:

You will:

• Work in an international and multilingual environment with a friendly and motivational atmosphere, alongside committed and team-oriented colleagues.

• Gain insight on the independent film industry while working on unique films.

• Perform some of the following tasks as a member of our Production team:

  • Researching funds, investors, and credit lines

  • Conducting specific research related to individual film projects

  • Assisting with film budgets

  • Assisting with cost reports for producers and financing partners

  • Assisting with the legal aspects of international co-productions

  • Preparing applications for the funding of films (German and European film and cinema funds)

  • Assisting the in-house producers in preparing and following up on shootings and post-production

  • Copywriting texts in German (for instance for press books or for funding applications), and occasionally translating into German

  • Participating in, and occasionally helping with, the organisation of test screenings of films in post-production

  • Updating monitoring tools

  • Interacting with all the departments of the Coproduction Office and facilitating administrative processes, and in particular communicating with the finance team at the Paris office.

  • Participating in the bookkeeping for projects and being a point of contact for the accounting team

  • Participating in the budgeting and reporting tasks related to film production

  • Scheduling (and occasionally attending) meetings with international partners

  • Preparing and following up on meetings: logistics, recordings, transcripts, to do lists, coordinating and implementing follow ups.

You are:

• Comfortable with writing texts and have an excellent command of English and German (written and spoken). A knowledge of French or Italian is a plus.

• Detail-oriented and deadline-focused

• Creative and able to think outside the box

• Able to demonstrate previous experience in the film industry (a plus) and an interest in financial topics

• Passionate for cinema

• Flexible and proactive

• Proficient with Excel (budgets, cash-flows, etc.)

• Eloquent and have good social skills, are capable of interacting with professionals in different sectors: the film industry, the public sector, artists etc.

• Proficient in writing memorandums

• Computer savvy and proficient in cloud-based applications and virtual workspaces

• A To Do Lists lover

We want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position to: staff@coproductionoffice.eu. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the same email address.

(NB: Our recruitment team is working remotely and cannot be reached by phone at our Paris or Berlin offices).

Apply for this position

Company: Coproduction Office
Sector: Film & Cultural Industries
Compensation: €1,200/month gross (before taxes)
Duration: 6 months, full-time
Start Date: Based on availability

We are looking for a globally minded, results-oriented colleague with strong organisational skills and a keen interest in culture to join our team of thirty, working in a dynamic and international environment. You will start as an intern, assisting our team, with the potential to transition into a full-time role.

COMPANY PROFILE

Based in Paris and Berlin, Coproduction Office is a leading international distributor and producer of bold, auteur-driven films, known for their daring content and distinctive cinematic language.

Founded by Philippe Bober, Coproduction Office has been instrumental in launching and supporting the careers of pioneering directors.* Bober has produced over forty films, most of which have been selected for the main competitions at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. These films have garnered numerous prestigious awards, including: the Golden Lion in Venice for Roy Andersson’s A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence (2014), and two Palme d’Or at Cannes for Ruben Östlund’s The Square (2017) and Triangle of Sadness (2022). Our international sales division represents films produced by Philippe Bober, selected acquisitions, and restored classics by master filmmakers Roberto Rossellini, Márta Mészáros, or Konrad Wolf.

Coproduction Office has expanded organically while diversifying its activities over the past decade. Its sister company, Briefmarken Weine, is one of Berlin’s most renowned wine bars, offering artisanal and natural wines paired with authentic Italian bistro cuisine, and also imports Italian vin d’auteur to Germany. Other ventures include on-site cinemas, gastronomy, the production and distribution of visual art, and the restoration of milestones in film history. In 2024, the company launched Galerie Philippe Bober, a contemporary art gallery in Berlin showcasing both established and emerging artists whose work intersects with cinema and radical aesthetics.

We offer an international, collaborative, and fast-paced workplace. Team members benefit from strong collegial support, meaningful responsibilities, cross-departmental involvement, and opportunities for career advancement — all while contributing to the work of some of today’s most exciting and visionary directors and artists.

*Roy Andersson, Jessica Hausner, Kornél Mundruczó, Ruben Östlund, Cristi Puiu, Carlos Reygadas, Ulrich Seidl, Lars von Trier, Lou Ye

JOB OUTLINE

You will:

• Work in an international and multilingual environment with a friendly and motivational atmosphere, alongside committed and team-oriented colleagues.

• Gain insight into the independent film industry while working on unique films.

• Perform the following tasks as a member of our multidisciplinary team:

  • Communicating directly with external project coordinators, architects, construction managers, specialist planners and others.

  • Contributing to developing the concept of the art space.

  • Coordinating financing applications, following-up with funds, financiers, projects and clients.

  • Coordinating tasks and deadlines, meetings with consultants and stakeholders.

  • Researching new suppliers and communicating with existing ones.

  • Analyzing processes and making suggestions on how to optimize them.

  • Assisting with the organization of events and pop exhibitions.

  • Compiling documents, in particular spreadsheets and presentations.

You are:

• A dynamic and resourceful individual with a passion for culture, wine and gastronomy

• A native speaker or fully fluent, with excellent command of English, French and/or German (other languages are a plus)

• Detail-oriented and deadline-focused

• Creative and able to think outside the box

• Experienced in the cultural industries (a plus)

• Flexible and proactive

We want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position to staffspl@coproductionoffice.eu. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the same email address.

(NB: Our recruitment team is working remotely and cannot be reached by phone at our Paris or Berlin offices).

Apply for this position