We're a boutique recruitment & executive search company working exclusively in the media & entertainment industries. We have worked with a broad range of broadcasters over the years and have become trusted partners, filling multiple roles. Our production clients are extremely varied and range from producers of quality drama and non-scripted prime-time shows to highly creative agencies producing innovative short form content.
Having worked with both major film studios and small independent film producers, we are exceptionally well placed to handle searches at all levels. We count both the Royal Opera House and the National Theatre as clients, so our credentials in the Arts world are impeccable. Our work in the Live Events sector is broad, meaning we could be working with a major venue on a commercial role or a small events agency on a highly creative search.
Having worked with both major film studios and small independent film producers, we are exceptionally well placed to handle searches at all levels. We count both the Royal Opera House and the National Theatre as clients, so our credentials in the Arts world are impeccable. Our work in the Live Events sector is broad, meaning we could be working with a major venue on a commercial role or a small events agency on a highly creative search.
Services
Launched by media professionals over 20 years ago, Searchlight Recruitment has remained true to its original mission, offering expert and efficient recruitment services exclusively to the media and entertainment industries. Handling mid-level to senior searches, Searchlight Executive has built an enviable reputation with our clients in the media and entertainment sectors.
Cathy is the Managing Director of Searchlight. Under her guidance, Searchlight has become one of the leading providers of Recruitment and Executive Search services to the Media and Entertainment industries. Prior to joining Searchlight, she was Business Manager at the BBC, negotiating and agreeing Factual production budgets on behalf of the BBC1 and BBC2 Commissioners.
We offer a variety of other services, which stand alone or can be custom-built to suit individual requirements. A professional, well-written and targeted CV is crucial for successfully landing your next role. Whether you're writing your CV for the first time, or you're twenty years in to a successful career, we can help you craft a bespoke and high-impact CV which clearly articulates your achievements.
At Searchlight we're committed to ethical and sustainable business practices, and we are passionate about playing a positive role in society. There are 3 main strands to our CSR activities:. Searchlight embraces diversity & inclusion and aims to promote its benefits in all of our business activities.
Cathy and Amy have consulted with Fremantle for over 12 years and has successfully supported us with many key hires. They are exceptionally well networked across the market, and they build and maintain strong relationships with candidates. They manage our expectations, are upfront and honest and are intellectually bright around the key attributes of roles.
Reviews (5)
Marta Rossi
Jan 08, 2020
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Andra Rafoi
Aug 02, 2019
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I had an amazing experience with Searchlight Recruitment in my job search. Trinity and all other consultants helped me land a perfect job with constant advice.
I definitely recommend this to everyone looking for a great new role! It's an agency where you always get feedback, real support and help to get you jobs that match your interests and skills.
I definitely recommend this to everyone looking for a great new role! It's an agency where you always get feedback, real support and help to get you jobs that match your interests and skills.
Myriam Osterley
Jan 10, 2019
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James Cheetham
Nov 06, 2015
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Simon Flamank
Jun 09, 2015
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Having previously worked with Searchlight, and its key executives for some 10+ years, when we started our new business, Bob and Co, some four years ago, Searchlight were our automatic choice as our recruiters and headhunters.
Since then they have recruited three permanent members of staff for us, and have assisted in the recruitment at board level for businesses that we both advise and invest in.
The searches that they have undertaken have always produced outstanding candidates, and this has been not just as a result of their candidate research but also because they have taken the time to understand
Since then they have recruited three permanent members of staff for us, and have assisted in the recruitment at board level for businesses that we both advise and invest in.
The searches that they have undertaken have always produced outstanding candidates, and this has been not just as a result of their candidate research but also because they have taken the time to understand
