Treatment Designer
Job Description
Blink Industries / Blinkink is an Emmy, BAFTA, Cannes Lions, and D&AD-winning entertainment development studio and production company. We are mixed-media specialists blending live action and animation in innovative ways for TV, film, commercials, music videos, and video games. We have a highly creative culture and a diverse skill-set, with a team capable of producing high-end 2D, stop motion, live-action, CGI, puppets, and post.
- COMMERCIALS: with agencies including Wieden & Kennedy, Mother, Droga5, Goodby Silverstein & Partners, and Johannes Leonardo. Clients include Amazon Music, BBC, Channel 4, Spotify, Adidas, Devolver, and John Lewis.
- TV (ORIGINAL): Dead End: Paranormal Park (Netflix), Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared (Channel 4, The BFI) which evolved from our YouTube series and received a BAFTA for Production Design, Peter and the Wolf (HBO Max, BBC Studios), The Sunnyridge 3 (Disney+) a homegrown animated comedy series currently in production.
- TV (SERVICE): Headspace: Guide to Sleep/Meditation (Netflix), Love Death & Robots (Netflix/Blur Studios), Dora and the Lost City Of Gold (Paramount/Nickelodeon), The Future Of (Netflix/The Verge/Vox Media)
- MUSIC VIDEOS: with artists including Dua Lipa, Elton John, Iron Maiden, The Weeknd & Ariana Grande and Gorillaz.
- VIDEO GAMES: We have a slate of original IPs currently pitching to publishers & platforms.
We started out in 2005 as a short-form commercial production company and have since grown to encompass two North London sites, 50+ full-time staff, a talent roster of 30+ creatives/writers/directors, and a 130-seat animation studio.
As a creative-led, owner-operated, fully independent company, we are passionate about working with unique talent and telling stories that look and feel like no other. We pride ourselves on the inventive, craft-centric approach that we take to our development slate and productions. The role is London-based and we enjoy a predominantly in-person culture, with everyone in the studio 4 days a week.
Join our team as our Treatment Designer, where you'll be at the heart of our most exciting projects. We're looking for someone with a knack for deep-diving into research, a love for all things visual, and a flair for crafting standout treatments. If you're passionate about photography, film, TV, and digital content, and have a sharp eye for detail, you're exactly who we need.
In this role, you’ll collaborate with our lovely pitch team and EPs, shaping captivating treatments that hit the mark every time. You'll be working with our Directors, bringing imaginative ideas to life and creating content that wows.
What You'll Do:
- Dig Deep: Conduct thorough image research to find the perfect visuals.
- Visual Magic: Create compelling visual representations that bring our creative concepts to life.
- Team Up: Work closely with directors and EPs, refining treatments based on feedback and project needs.
- Pitch Perfect: Help develop persuasive, visually stunning project pitches that align with the vision.
- Archive Guru: Keep a detailed archive of research materials and references to support future projects.
What You'll Bring:
- Killer Portfolio: Show us your previous treatments, research work, or creative projects.
- Tech Savvy: Proficient in InDesign, Google Slides, Photoshop, Keynote, and Premiere Pro.
- Industry Experience: Prior experience as a creative researcher or treatment designer in entertainment, advertising, or related fields.
- Research Pro: Exceptional skills in gathering and analysing information from diverse sources.
- Design Eye: Great typography and content layout skills.
- Film Buff: Passion and knowledge of live-action and animation filmmaking.
- Organised & Detailed: Strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects, with keen attention to detail.
- Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work well in a team and adapt to changing project requirements as well as embracing our fast-paced timelines and environment
- Storyteller: Strong storytelling abilities to develop engaging narratives and concepts.
- Creative Mind: A passion for exploring new ideas, trends, and technologies.
- Production Support: Help keep creative production on track and ensure brand consistency.
- Experience: Looking for someone with at least 3 years experience. This isn’t your first rodeo working in a fast-paced, creative environment.