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Company Description
DentsuMB is a global creative agency delivering idea-led brand transformation at scale. We deliver creative expertise and innovative global solutions for clients. Applying big platform thinking, we bring ideas to life and deliver world-class creative solutions to meet consumer touch points and work across geographies, cultures and channels. 
Dentsu creative is a collective of agencies at the forefront of culture and innovation. Formed in January of 2021, we are one of the most globally awarded teams across the Dentsu network. Composed of dentsuMB, 360i, and Isobar, amongst other notable agencies, we work with clients to provide solutions that meet people at every single point of their brand journey and are committed to upholding a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusivity. 
 We are champions for meaningful progress, and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all. 
Job Description
The Senior Integrated Producer leads large integrated projects and is responsible for their creative and business success. Taking the creative vision to a new level, whilst staying on time and on budget, and meeting client business challenges in a way that demonstrates versatility, creativity and impressive problem-solving skills. Should strive to flawlessly execute the work and relentlessly pursue the highest level of craft.
Responsibilities
- Elevate the creative; Find versatile solutions to keep good ideas alive. Lead the evolution of creative concepts into even stronger executions. Make Art.
- Mentor junior talent and other disciplines
- Maintain existing network of preferred partners and contacts of go-to resources for creating any manner of project (vendors, artists, agents etc). Keep agency preferred partner list up to date.
- Lead the vetting process on mid-large productions to accurately scope projects while defining requirements, deliverables and success metrics. Determine whether ideas are feasible within the project parameters (time and money), and providing creative solutions as needed.
- Lead the execution of large integrated productions (<1mil) including overseeing large multi-discipline teams, vendor procurement and management, and ensuring overall quality of work with multiple deliverables and multiple workstreams.
- Track and Actualize budgets (OOPs and Resource burn) per toolkit structure.
- Coordinate meetings, notes, hot sheets, status reports, task lists, etc. per toolkit structure.
- Develop and manage multiple project timelines and resources per toolkit structure.
- Have the foresight to see a project’s trajectory and put a plan in place to get ahead of its development. Being strategic and not only tactical and reactionary.
- Serve as the point person for all day-to-day internal and vendor communications. Be the backbone of the production and a confident leader for the group. Ensure that all key stakeholders are kept informed and (if needed) educated on the production process.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of art directors, copywriters, designers, account, project managers, editors, animators (and if digital project – tech leads, UX-designers, and developers.)
- Lead and document post-summary meetings and suggesting ways to instill learnings within the department and across disciplines.
- First line of defense on evaluating when and what needs; permits, releases, usage terms and other rights clearances.
- Build strong relationships with Business Affairs as a partner in discovery and through the production process. Have full understanding of AICP and AICE bid format.
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of SAG-AFTRA guidelines for shooting and recording of talent.
- Have a working knowledge of talent rules regarding usage and payment considerations.
- Apply grace under fire, inspiring confidence within the agency and client teams that production is in control, on-time, on-budget and always versatile in finding solutions.
Skills & Characteristics
- Passion for the craft of production and creativity.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Effective presentation and communication skills as evidenced by the ability to develop presentations and speak to large audiences including senior level clients.
- Positive spirit and a force to be reckoned with.
- Proactive with strong problem-solving skills; responsive and versatile to evolving ideas, responsibilities and changing environments.
- Genuine interest in art, culture and lifestyle; moving art, dance, technology arts, still art, sculpture, music, fashion, etc.
- Emotional intelligence – Have a good sense of diplomacy, awareness of group dynamics and the ability to moderate one’s own communication and behavior style to mirror the group/project need.
- Persistence + passion = Grit
Qualifications
- 6+ years agency experience
- Need to have one main production expertise Content (Broadcast, social and still), Digital (ar/vr, platform builds/apps, voice app) or Experiential (art installations, stunts, events, pop-ups)
- If Digital is the main, you should have two supporting skills; low/mid budget/stakes level content, photography and experiential projects.
- If Content is the main, you should have supporting skills experience of low/mid budget/stakes, digital and experiential projects.
- If Experiential is the main, you should have supporting skills experience of low/mid budget/stakes content and digital projects.
- Demonstrated experience bidding and managing large productions (>1mil) including development of production specs and effective risk management, overseeing large multi-discipline teams and ensuring overall quality of work.
- Proven ability to assess feasibility of creative executions and propose production solutions that push the quality of work forward.
Additional Information
Perks: 
- Great compensation package 
- Comprehensive healthcare plans 
- 401(k) with employer match 
- Flexible time-off 
- 16 weeks paid parental leave 
Dentsu is a modern marketing solutions company. Our mission is to help clients navigate, progress and thrive in a world of change. Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialized practices to champion meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data and technology. Part of Dentsu Group, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143 countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good. Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat, dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG, dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle. Follow us on Twitter @DentsuUSA and visit dentsu.com/us.  
 Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds encouraged to apply.  
Dentsu (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact [email protected] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying. 
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JOB TITLE: Print Product Designer DEPARTMENT: Structural Design
REPORTS TO: Director of Structural Design
SUPERVISES: n/a
JOB SUMMARY:
Provide format designs, templates, and mockups as requested for sales department; to design formats (both inline web finished as well as lettershop conversion) which meet customer satisfaction and can be efficiently manufactured. Training will be hands on to accomplish tasks.
Essential Job Functions:
- Design format layouts for manufacturing approval.
- Prepare creative options or alternatives for customer request/specs, to support sales efforts or promote marketing opportunities.
- Operate computer graphics system efficiently, i.e. Adobe Creative Suite or general CAD software background beneficial.
- Communicate with other departments to ensure proper production of formats.
- Prepare accurate electronic templates and mockups that meet quality standards by using a combination of Adobe software and automated CAD cutting systems
- Create, plan, and organize graphic color comps for new or existing formats based on individual client needs.
- Apply digital assets or scanned images of artwork for use in comp files.
- Assist in presentations, tours, training, and sales activities as needed.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Through hands on training, learn about printing processes for future designs.
- Improve skills, suggest improvements, work collaboratively with other departments, and expand knowledge of SG360° and the graphic arts industry.
- Follow proper work procedures, comply with SG360° policies, including safety and security rules.
- Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
- Other duties as assigned.
Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers/scanners.
Physical Demands
- Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
- Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
- Occasional lifting of paper inventory up to 20 lbs.
- Must possess full range of motor/motion skills in all body areas.
- Must be able to operate a wide variety of standard office equipment, such as computer and keyboard, calculator, telephone, photocopier, etc.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position; days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Travel:
Minimal local travel to SG360° facilities, as required.
Education/Experience:
- Associate’s Degree in Graphic Arts, Printing, or relevant work experience
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in Graphic Design or Print Design
- Experience in a production/manufacturing facility, especially in the printing industry, preferred.
Mental:
- Must be able to produce designs and rendering to illustrate customer concepts for Sales presentations.
- Must be able solve problems in order to convert customer concept into economical inline format.
- Must be attentive to detail
- Must be able to work independently on customer projects, to establish priorities and follow-up to completion.
Technical:
- Must have strong computer skills with experience in MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Must have a strong understanding and proficiency of the following programs: Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Pro), FTP, Windows OS, etc.
- Must be able to operate a wide variety of standard office equipment, such as computer, telephone, photocopier, etc.
- Basic knowledge of printing equipment and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation, preferred.
- Know and apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in Design.
COMPENTENCIES
- Business and Job Knowledge
- Quality of Work
- Collaboration/Teamwork
- Communication- speaking and written
- Customer Focus
- Reliability
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Initiative and Resourcefulness
SG360° is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
SG360
Casting Alert! For our next episode of Chicago Fire we are searching for FEMALES, ages late 20’s to 40’s, all ethnicities, to work as Tough Women in a jail scene. We will shoot sometimes between Tuesday, Dec. 14th thru Friday, Dec. 17th, and also from Jan. 2nd thru the next week. We take a break over the holidays.
This will be a one-day shoot and require a Covid test (takes about one hour), a fitting (takes about 2 hours). The Covid test and fitting will be on two different days the week before your shoot date.
The exact date is TBD.
Casting Alert! For our next episode of Chicago Fire we are searching for TEEN FEMALES, ages 16 to 21, to work as Firefighter trainees. We will shoot sometimes between Tuesday, Dec. 14th thru Friday, Dec. 17th, and also from Jan. 2nd thru the next week. We take a break over the holidays.
This will be a one day shoot and require a Covid test (takes about one hour), a fitting (takes about 2 hours). The Covid test and fitting will be on two different days the week before your shoot date.
The exact date is TBD.
All submissions need to be as follows:
Athletic tone and fit. Muscular and strong.
Non-Union Back Up Talent
- An African American Male and Female and a Caucasian Male.
- 19 to 40 years old.
- $250 for 1-4 hrs or $500 for 4-8 hr for the athletes + a $50 for showing up for covid testing prior.
- You would just need to be reliable and be there in case the main talent does not show. If that occurs, you need to step in and your rate would be higher as principal.
- These are for the Chicago shoot (Dates still pending. Will be in January). Quick pay.
We’d need to be able to match as closely as possible both the look and the abilities for our backup talent.
Local to Chicago, suburbs, and the surrounding border states to IL.
- MALES, Caucasian, 20’s to 40’s, to play medical types, on Friday, Dec. 10th on Chicago Med. You will need to attend a covid test Wednesday, Dec. 8th (takes about an hour).
IMPORTANT NOTES:
For the health and safety of all individuals on “Chicago MED,” all “Zone A” cast and crew MUST be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning work.
We will consider reasonable accommodations as required by law for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance.
You will be REQUIRED to show a hard copy or an electronic copy (photo) of your vaccination card at testing when you come in for your pre-employment test.
Casting Alert! For our next episode of Chicago Fire we are searching for MALES, ages late 30’s to 40’s, all ethnicities, to work as a Political Type on Monday, Dec. 13th. You will need to covid test Friday, Dec. 10th.
Casting Alert! Searching for MEN TO WORK AS A BOARD UP CREW COVERING WINDOWS.
You will need to be familiar with tools and be able to carry 50 lbs. Searching for MEN ages 20’s to 50’s, all ethnicities. We will have about five guys acting like they are boarding up windows and carrying boards.
This will be a one day shoot on Thursday, Dec. 16th. and require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Sunday, Dec. 12th, a fitting (takes about 2 hours) on Tuesday, Dec, 14th.
Casting Alert! Searching for FEMALE DETAINEES (in jail), African American, Caucasian, Asian, Middle Eastern, ages late 20’s to early 40’s. Tough looking.
This will be a one day shoot on Friday, Dec. 17th. and require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Monday, Dec. 13th, a fitting (takes about 2 hours) on Wed., Dec, 15th.
Casting Alert! Searching for REAL POLICE OFFICERS, all ethnicities, MALE AND FEMALE
This will be a one day shoot on Friday, Dec. 17th. and require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Monday, Dec. 13th, a fitting (takes about 2 hours) on Wed., Dec, 15th.
Send in ASAP as we need to show photos to our director.