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Unit Publicist.
The Unit Publicist manages the film's public profile during production — generating press coverage, managing set visits by journalists and photographers, handling talent publicity schedules, and begin
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The Unit Publicist manages the film's public profile during production — generating press coverage, managing set visits by journalists and photographers, handling talent publicity schedules, and beginning to build the audience awareness that will support the film's eventual release. On an independent film, the unit publicist often carries responsibilities that would be spread across a larger team on a studio production. We look for publicists with genuine enthusiasm for independent cinema, strong UK media relationships, and the judgement to protect a production's creative integrity while building its public profile.
What We Look For
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Unit publicity credits on UK film or TV drama productions
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Established relationships with film journalists, critics, and entertainment media
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Strong written communication skills for press releases and media materials
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Judgement about what to share publicly and what to protect during production
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Understanding of the independent film publicity landscape and festival strategy
Working with Indie Matter
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Original Stories Only
We develop original screenplays exclusively. No IP, no franchise sequels, no adaptations. Every project starts from a blank page.
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Collaborative by Design
Independent film lives and dies by its crew. We work with people who bring genuine creative investment alongside technical excellence.
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UK-Based Productions
London-based studio, shooting across the UK. We look for crew who understand the realities of lean independent production without compromising on quality.
FAQ
Is unit publicity work mainly on-set or office-based?
Both — publicists attend set for key shoot days while managing press and media remotely throughout production.
Does Indie Matter handle festival publicity separately from production publicity?
Yes — festival and distribution PR is typically handled separately as the film approaches completion.
What should unit publicists include in their registration?
A list of productions you have publicised, key media relationships, and any relevant editorial coverage you have generated.
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