BAILEY – Base Runner – Extended

September 21, 2026
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Job Description

Job Description

We’re looking for someone to:

  • Support the AD team in coordinating cast movements and timings throughout the shooting day. 
  • Ensure cast are ready, available and in the correct place for rehearsals, blocking, filming and resets. 
  • Escort cast between holding, costume, hair & make-up, set and other locations as required. 
  • Maintain clear communication with cast and relevant departments about call times, movements and schedule changes. 
  • Assist with cast holding areas, ensuring they are appropriately managed and that cast are comfortable and supported between takes. 
  • Help the AD team respond quickly to changes in the schedule, scenes or cast requirements. 
  • Maintain professionalism, discretion and confidentiality when working closely with cast. 
  • Support the smooth running of the set by anticipating cast-related needs and escalating issues promptly to the appropriate member of the AD team

Essential:

  • Understanding of TV/film set operations — awareness of how the AD team, cast and key departments work together during a shooting day. 
  • Strong communication skills — able to communicate clearly, calmly and professionally with cast and crew, including when plans change at short notice. 
  • Excellent organisation and time management — able to track multiple cast movements, timings and requirements in a fast-moving environment. 
  • Professionalism and discretion — able to work appropriately around personal, sensitive or confidential information relating to cast. 
  • People skills and emotional awareness — able to build trust, remain approachable and handle different personalities and situations sensitively. 
  • Ability to work under pressure — able to stay calm, focused and responsive when schedules change or multiple demands arise. 
  • Good situational awareness — able to anticipate cast-related needs, identify potential delays and escalate issues appropriately. 
  • Relevant production or set experience — practical experience in a runner, cast support, AD or similar role demonstrating an understanding of professional on-set working practices.

Desired (but not essential):

  • Previous experience as a Base Runner, Cast PA, Floor Runner, Cast Assistant, or in a similar production support role. 
  • Experience working directly with cast on a TV or film production, particularly in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Previous experience coordinating multiple cast members and complex movements between departments and locations. 
  • Familiarity with on-set communication systems, including radios and relevant production tools. 
  • Experience across different genres, locations or production environments, demonstrating adaptability and good judgement.

Role Details:

Start Date: Oct/Nov 2026

Location: Office base is in Barking, most work will take place on filming locations in Greater Locations.

Contract: 5 Day Working Week / Standard Working Hours – 10

Application Deadline:

Please complete this application form by Friday 9th October at 5:00pm. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we will stop accepting submissions once we have found a suitable candidate.

Please note, late submissions will not be accepted.

Due to the expected number of applications, we will only be able to notify those who have been shortlisted for an interview.

Please note, to be eligible you must be aged 18 or over, no upper age limit and have the right to work within the UK. Successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence in line with the UK right-to-work requirements.