Contract Film Co-Producer
(Nigeria. Project-based, Hybrid)
Position Overview
Born Regal Films is seeking a highly collaborative, business-savvy, and logistically fierce Co-Producer on a contract, project-by-project basis. Working directly alongside the founder (Lead Producer & Director), you will serve as a true partner, championing our slate of projects from initial grant applications through to final distribution.
This role demands a unique blend of administrative grit and high-level on-set execution. Crucially, during principal photography, the founder will step into the Director’s chair. You will be required to fully "take the wheel" of the physical production, serving as the primary leader on set to ensure the shoot runs seamlessly, on time, and on budget.
Key Responsibilities Across Project Phases
1. Funding, Development & Pre-Production
Grant Acquisition: Work closely with the founder to identify relevant international, local, or private grant opportunities; take a lead or collaborative role in developing line-item budgets and completing thorough application packages.
Talent & Crew Acquisition: Leverage your network and industry knowledge to help identify, pitch, and attach key cast members and heads of department (HODs) for the production.
Logistical Setup: Oversee scheduling, union paperwork, permitting, and vendor contracts alongside the founder.
2. The Production Shoot (On-Set Command)
Taking the Wheel: Assume primary logistical and operational control of the physical production during principal photography.
Set Leadership: Manage the crew, solve problems in real time, and strictly maintain budgetary discipline so the founder can focus entirely on directing.
3. Post-Production & Creative Continuity
Post-Production Oversight: Partner with the founder throughout the editing, sound, and colour stages to monitor timelines and ensure the final cut aligns with the originally planned creative vision.
Deliverables Management: Coordinate the collection and creation of all technical, legal, and promotional deliverables.
4. Festivals & Distribution
Festival Run & Representation: Co-manage the festival submission strategy and submission budget. Attend select film festivals, either unaccompanied or alongside the founder, to network, represent the project, and participate in Q&As.
Distribution Push: Work in tandem with the founder to interface with sales agents, distributors, and buyers to ensure the film finds the right commercial or streaming home.
Qualifications & Requirements
Proven Producing Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Line Producer, Co-Producer, or Production Manager on independent feature films or narrative shorts.
Grant & Budget Mastery: Demonstrated experience creating production budgets (e.g., using Movie Magic or specialized spreadsheets) and successfully navigating arts council or film fund grant applications.
On-Set Authority: Exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills with a proven track record of running an organized, respectful, and efficient physical set.
Industry Relations: An active network of emerging or established crew and talent contacts.
Flexibility to Travel: Ability to travel and attend film festivals as required by the project's release strategy.
Contract Details
Type: Contract, project-based (with a strong intent for multi-project, long-term collaboration).
Location: Remote during development/post-production; On-site required for physical production shoots and festival attendance.
Compensation: Project-based fee structured around a combination of development/grant-writing milestones, production fees, and backend equity points.
Please send your cover letter, CV and producer's reel (if available) to info@bornregalfilms.com. Kindly be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.