McJ is looking for a producer and creative partner who will uphold the integrity of the very best ideas by bringing them to life through best-in-class execution. As a producer, you empower creativity by championing the work, rallying people and partners across functions and developing a path to achieving our goals. You find creative solutions to roadblocks standing in the way of a great idea going out into the world.

A producer owns a project from start to finish and approaches every task with a sense of urgency, proactivity and organization. They manage production budgets, timelines, production partner searches, actualization and internal/external communications.

Relentlessly progress — We define the best, most-collaborative approach. You safeguard the financial integrity and the timeline of the project. You are a master of transparency, expertly navigating what’s best for the project, what’s right for the creative and everything in between.

Own the process.

What You’ll Do:

Work with Brand and Project Management teams to manage the budget, timeline and deliverables of a project both internally and with external partners

Analyze the creative idea to determine the best plan for production and raise flags in a constructive manner

Collaborate with Creative, Brand and Business Affairs from initial briefing to completion of production

Lead searches for a director, editor, music house, photographer, etc.

Lead production of TV, radio, video, digital and social content from beginning to end

Evaluate, solicit bids from and negotiate with vendor partners

Work closely with production partners for video and print shoots to ensure seamless execution of creative and client visions

Work closely with Business Affairs to negotiate talent rates, clearances, copyright issues and usage rights

Anticipate blockers and effectively communicate solutions with internal teams and vendor partners

Maintain constant communication to provide status updates on schedule, budget and deliverable(s)

Discover and/or manage vendors that will deliver the highest-quality product

Keep project assets organized and up to date

What You Bring:

At least 3+ years of production experience at an agency

Overall knowledge of film, art/photo and digital capabilities/nomenclature

Understanding of art production workflow relating to working with photographers, illustrators, typographers, image licensing and retouching

Proactive and willing to try new ways of working

Knowledge of AICP and AICE guidelines

Knowledge of union vs. non-union talent negotiations

Knowledge of industry rates and best practices

Understanding of creative process within an agency

Resourceful, positive, do-what-it-takes attitude and willingness to learn

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and client service skills

Stellar organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to problem-solve, meet deadlines and prioritize tasks

Anticipate project needs and potential problems

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Ability to master Google Workspace, Slack, Dropbox, Smartsheet and Workamajig quickly

Flexible work from home options available.