Researcher

6 months ago

London, United Kingdom Merlin Magic Making Full time

**Researcher - 6 month fixed term contract**
**Acton, London**

**We are trailblazers that redefined our industry. But the times are changing and we need talented team members to unleash the Merlin Magic, by casting our spell far and wide. Come be a part of conjuring up new worlds of escape and adventure Come be a part of the Merlin Entertainments Team**

We are currently recruiting for a positive and enthusiastic **Researcher** to join our team on a **6 month fixed term** contract, based at our MMM creative hub in Acton, London.

**About the Role**

Reporting into the CMI Assistant Manager, the Researcher will be primarily responsible for the delivery of reference and production resource to Merlin Magic Making’s production and creative teams to support the production of wax figures and media content.

This is a global remit working as customer contact to Madame Tussauds attractions, marketing, creative and production teams for project delivery. Key responsibilities include:

- Delivering accurate picture research and supporting reference for wax figure production ensuring deliverables are fully approved, licensed and to the correct quality in time for each Figure’s production deadlines.
- Have project ownership of allocated wax figures, overseeing all aspects of the project from concept to delivery.
- Work with attraction and global brand team, as well as 3rd parties including IP holders where necessary to secure figure approvals.
- Co-ordinate local and international talent sittings.
- Keep all department trackers, document logs and project admin up to date accurately.
- Liaise with attractions teams, communicating information on progress for wax figure production & media content.
- Work effectively to build strong relationships with key customers (internal & external) and suppliers at all levels.
- Approach role with drive, motivation, individual resourcefulness and show resilience under pressure.

**About You**

**Essential**:

- Good knowledge of picture research and the way image banks work.
- Experience in licensing media for a variety of uses.
- Good knowledge of copyright and intellectual property.
- Understanding of the media industry.
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects at once.
- Experience in financial forecasting & managing a budget.
- Good eye for detail.
- Regular use of creative software packages such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator will be required as well as Microsoft Office competency.

**Desirable**:

- Knowledge of production environments including video production.
- Used to working in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Data Management systems.

**The Perks**

We’re growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects - ideal if you’re already fantastic and can quickly become even better (our magic can help here). Benefits include Pension, Life Assurance, discretionary company bonus, 25 days’ holiday and, of course, a Merlin Magic Pass which gives you and your friends and family free admission to all of our attractions worldwide, as well as 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% discount on LEGO.
**Everyone Matters at Merlin.**
At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.

**_

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