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At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly redefining what’s possible — and we’re proud to back each other every step of the way. When you join #TeamAmex, you become part of a diverse community of over 60,000 colleagues, all with a common goal to deliver an exceptional customer experience every day.
The Executive Producer leads creative production across print, photo, audio, and video while setting the vision and structure for production functions within OnBrand. The ideal candidate will push creative and technological limits to deliver high-quality creative assets on time, within budget, and adhering to OnBrand creative standards and industry best practices. This role will also contribute to positioning OnBrand as a thought leader in the creative space by actively participating with clients and the creative department upstream in the process.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and shape the photo, video, and audio production processes and capabilities for OnBrand and our clients
Grow OnBrand’s network of production partners
Stay up to date with emerging talent, trends, and technologies
Evolve production processes
Support the expansion of in-house capabilities and the transition from external to internal production
Effectively execute and manage all functions related to photo, video, and audio production
Partner closely with the Creative, Account, and Project Management teams to ensure delivery of efficient and well-crafted work in line with the creative vision and client objectives
Lead dynamic teams and collaborate with clients, stakeholders, project team, and vendors at various levels
Estimate cost and turnaround times for creative concepts, working within the limitations of the overall project budget and timeline
Represent OnBrand while researching, securing, and maintaining relationships production resources and vendors
Prepare production briefs and ensure requirements are communicated to production houses and other approved vendors
Obtain quotes and manage negotiation and contracts with Operations Excellence managers & suppliers
Handle all production vendor communications and meetings through pre-production, shoot/recording, and post-production process
Ability to explain complex production realities in lay terms and ensure all feel empowered and clear on the overall production plan and process
Schedule & book all production components including production houses, shoots, studios and talent, stylist, lighting, cameras, and more
Ensure that all necessary insurance is obtained, and talent management guidelines are followed
Deliver direct and clear feedback (both positive and negative) in a timely, transparent, and thoughtful way
Ensure effective budget control throughout the production process
Oversee post-production and editing sessions
Quality control to ensure deliverables meet world-class production standards
Develop and mentor an inclusive team of production team members
In collaboration with the Project Manager:
Contribute to the creation of budgets and timelines
Manage production schedule as well as costs and scope
Effectively communicate status, roadblocks, and opportunities at all stages
Maintain project documentation
Minimum Qualifications
Passion for guiding creative ideas from production brief through launch
8-10+ years in production at an agency, production company or similar environment
6+ years of experience leading production from conception to delivery across video, audio, photo, and print including direct mail
Knowledge of industry best practices
Strong relationships with a large roster of trusted production vendors, contacts, and studios
Ability to assess production needs (resources, skills, equipment, etc.) via a working knowledge of production fundamentals, discipline expertise and craft expectations
Strong understanding of all phases of the creative production process for digital, video, and print
Solid understanding of SAG and non-union guidelines with significant experience in social production
Experience working with creative teams, developers, producers, and managing external vendors
Experience negotiating and managing bids and budgets for productions with multiple partners
Experience standing up and managing an in-house studio
History of strong conceptual thinking in an agency or related production environment
Think and express ideas both strategically and tactically, ensuring information is tailored to the audience
A demonstrated track record of gaining trust and respect by consistently demonstrating sound critical-thinking and analytical skills and maintaining composure in stressful situations
Ability to keep multiple workstreams on track while meeting tight deadlines and adapting to late-breaking changes
Exceptional initiative, follow-through, and positive-minded problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Ability to interact with internal co-workers and external clients and vendors at a variety of levels and across functions
Experience with managing a team; desire to lead and mentor
Potential after-hours work and overnight traveling to shoots and post sessions required
Additional Details:
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That’s why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
If the role you are applying for is designated as hybrid or onsite, you will be required to demonstrate that you have completed your primary COVID-19 vaccination series (i.e. 2 doses for Moderna/Pfizer and 1 dose for J&J), in order to work in or visit any of our offices. This requirement is subject to legally required accommodations.
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JOB SUMMARY: Production manages all Marquee Events and other projects as assigned resort wide. Including but not limited to: HHN, Holidays, Concert series, Mardi Gras etc. Oversees the project from design, production through post.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages overall process of production from design approval through post production. Including but not limited to: scheduling, budgeting, hiring of personnel, inter and intra departmental communications.
- Builds, manages and reconciles project budgets. Maintains status reports and archives of each project.
- Adheres to UO Financial policies and procedures, bid processes, negotiations and all aspects of contracting. Also responsible for writing scopes of work.
- Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SCOPE: This position provides direct supervision of the Assistant Production Manager, front-line management (Stage Managers, Talent Supervisors, and Entertainment Production Supervisors) and provides indirect supervision of the Entertainment Operations team (Technical Entertainment Supervisors, Entertainment Coordinators, Technicians, Leads, and Performers). This position also carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
EDUCATION:
- High school degree or GED is required.
- Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university is preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- 1-3 Years: Minimum Production Management experience required.
- 3-5 Years: Prefer three to five years Production Management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
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NOW CASTING ATHLETIC TALENT – NON-UNION…
Male/Female Casting Call…
Our client requires the services of a model for casting for a new on-line fashion website….
For more information, please visit:
https://forms.gle/qz9uordnjhz3Voaz6
Covid Test: Not required
Rate: Pay is $$$$900.
NOW CASTING ATHLETIC TALENT – NON-UNION…
Male/Female Casting Call…
Our client requires the services of a model for casting for a new on-line fashion website….
For more information, please visit:
https://forms.gle/GBpqdGdhJ4smoDmn8
Covid Test: Not required
Rate: Pay is $$$$900.
‘Bob Marley’ Movie Open Casting call
OPEN CASTING CALL
- Young Bob – 5- 18
- Young Rita – 18-22
- Stephen – 4-6
- Cedella -8
- Ziggy- 9
- Sharon – 12
- The Wailers 17-35
‘The Chosen’ Casting Call for Featured Roles
- 4-10 years old
- works 8/30
- 25-45 years old
- Male
- works 8/30
- 5-12 years old
- Works 8/31
- 20- 35 years old
- Works 8/31
- 50-70 years old
- Works 8/31
Disney’s ‘HOLLY’ Casting Call for Party Goers
- Ages: Adults (18+)
- Ages: Adults (18+)
- Friday 8/26 (overnight shoot)
- WEDNESDAY, August 24 to work FRIDAY
- (Between 6am and 12pm)
- $100/8 for daily shoot days. After 8hrs, you are paid time and a half.
- Payments will be received in the form of a check in the mail within 2 weeks after filming.
Supplement Commercial Casting Call
‘ME, MY MOM & SHARMILA’ Open Casting Call
‘Wolf Pack’ Casting Call for Shirtless Male Models
- MODEL TYPES
- REALLY FIT TYPES
- VISIBLE MODELS
- GENERALLY GOOD LOOKING
- 8/23 – COVID TEST
- 8/24 – FITTING
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. YOU MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED PLUS BOOSTER IF IT’S BEEN OVER 5 MONTHS SINCE YOUR LAST DOSE OF THE VACCINE
2. PLEASE INDICATE IN THE ADDITIONAL QUESTION WHETHER YOU ARE A FRESH FACE OR NOT.
3. YOUR COVID/FITTING DETAILS WILL BE EMAILED THE EVENING BEFORE.
4. YOUR FILMING DETAILS (LOCATION, TIME, WARDROBE) WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU THE EVENING BEFORE YOUR FILMING DATE.