As a trusted partner in production and studio recruitment, The People Place is dedicated to connecting good people with good places across permanent, contract and freelance roles.
By emphasising cultural fit and fostering long-term relationships, we create environments where animators, cinematographers, creative managers, and production experts thrive and inspire others.
We’re proud of our rich professional network and our team, who have extensive experience in the very studio & production roles we recruit for. This gives us a unique perspective and a comprehensive understanding of production & studio recruitment space.
Our production and studio recruitment services cover the following freelance, contract and permanent roles:
Animators/Motion Graphics Designers
Cinematographers
Colourists
Creative Services Managers
Executive Producers
General Managers
Line Producers
In addition, we recruit in these areas:
We’d recommend viewing the full list of roles our lead creative recruiter, Nic, specialises in.
The People Place is a creative recruitment agency specialising in production and studio recruitment. We’re founded by Nicholas Cox, who possesses an extensive background in TV, advertising, and film production. Our agency is designed for people just like you, and we strive to connect ambitious, high-calibre, and creative people with positions that align with their goals and strengths.
Our core values of creativity, integrity, expertise, collaboration, empathy, and excellence are at the centre of everything we do.
Learn more about The People Place.
Our primary focus is finding the right cultural fit for teams and building lasting relationships with the people and places we work with. This allows us to contribute to vibrant, productive, and inclusive workplaces where good people thrive.
We pride ourselves on offering flexible production & studio recruitment services, in both retained and contingent recruitment modes to suit your unique requirements.
Production and studio recruitment on a retained basis:
Production and studio recruitment on a contingent basis:
While we recommend retained mode for the best results, we’d love to accommodate your unique production and studio recruitment needs. Find out more about how a partnership with our lead creative recruiter, Nic, works.
Our production & studio recruitment process typically involves:
We begin with a detailed discussion with clients to fully understand their needs, expectations, goals, and company culture. This allows us to clearly define the role and pinpoint the ideal candidate profile.
We manage all logistics related to scheduling interviews, making the process seamless and efficient for both clients and candidates. This also includes follow-up communications and feedback collection.
We utilise our extensive network, industry connections, and various channels to source top candidates. This includes targeted advertising and executive searches to ensure we find the best fit.
We assist in the negotiation process, helping to finalise offers, salary packages, and other employment terms. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that satisfies both parties.
We carry out thorough interviews and rigorous screening processes to evaluate candidates both professionally and personally, ensuring only the most suitable candidates are presented.
Our onboarding support ensures a smooth transition for new hires. We assist with paperwork and orientation and provide regular check-ins to ensure satisfaction from both the employer and the employee.
Clients receive detailed profiles for each candidate, complete with resumes, portfolios, and interview insights. This removes the guesswork and highlights why each candidate is a strong fit for the role.
Due in part to our membership with the Recruitment, Consulting & Staffing Association (RCSA), we’re recognised as a trusted creative, production and studio recruitment agency. This affiliation ensures that we comply with the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.
All of our people and places can be confident in our commitment to quality, transparency, and integrity in all our processes. If you’re ready to nail your studio recruitment game, contact us at [email protected].