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Job title: Creative Producer

Contract type: Freelance / Fixed-Term Contract

Location: Bermondsey studio. Some travel will be required in the UK and worldwide

Bompas & Parr is a creative studio, made up of architects, chefs, designers, marketeers, strategist and technologist. Through respected consultancy, delivering Location Based Experiences (LBEs) and writing publications, the studio challenges the world around us with radical creativity and a thirst for provoking innovation. The studio works with cultural institutions, attractions, Governments and placemaking develops to deliver this work.

We’re a fast-paced, creative company who love what we do and do what we love – and we’re keen to work with someone who shares our outlook.

Bompas & Parr is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, where all applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disabilities.

Your role – Creative Producer

We are seeking a Creative Producer on a Freelance/FTC basis to join the studio to provide and manage creative production across a range of projects within the areas of creative, design, and 3D build. Working alongside a team of creatives, Project Managers and external suppliers, the role will focus on delivering outstanding creative and design in order to support and develop the company’s capability to execute spectacular experiences that cannot be experienced elsewhere. There is possibility for this position to be made permanent for the right candidate.

The position is a cross-disciplinary role which is responsible for turning creative into reality through production that sits within budgetary, operational and timing parameters.

Objectives for this Role

The Creative Producer will be responsible for leading all stages of the production process from initial feasibility, planning, development to on-site install, maintenance and de-rig. This role will play a key, hands on, collaborative role, managing creative production across the studio and see it brought to life in engaging, safe and innovative ways that continually entertains

Production

• Be responsible for the production and build of projects, managing all technical production requirements from brief to ideation, on-site installation, maintenance and de-rig.
• Interrogate the brief with the Project Manager, and work collaboratively to develop the creative, scope, clarify and develop the technical design managing the necessary resources and budget to the point of contracting, production and installation
• Be responsible for all H&S affecting the design, installation and operations
• Manage all technical production requirements
• Prepare and manage production timelines
• Source suitable external suppliers such as fabricators and technicians
• Manage relationships with third party contractors and suppliers to ensure creative and design is manifested as envisioned
• Ensure that the design content can be delivered on time and on budget using high production values

Creative

• Work with the wider studio team to develop ideas, creative propositions and offer measurable strategic solutions to client briefs as well as advise on creative solutions to ad-hoc project challenges.
• Contribute to the creative process encompassing event and product ideas.
• Continually look for and suggest external talent that we can collaborate with and build a trusted network of preferred suppliers and collaborators.

Compliance

• Manage contractor risk, including vetting of suppliers and methods on-site
• Produce Design Risk Assessments at early stages of projects and update throughout design and build process
• Produce RAMS for installation work being carried out by B&P Studio

Financial responsibilities

• Work within set budgetary restrictions and identify where production costs can be made
• Input and source production costs for client quotes
• Provide project financial reports for client and internal use
• Negotiate and contract third party suppliers
• Reconcile commercial and personal expenses once a month
• Identify and solve problems that affect project profit and liaise with team members to resolve issues promptly

About you

The ideal candidate will possess a genuine passion for events and approach tasks with adaptability and flexibility. We want someone who can show ownership of achieving personal objectives through positive action. This role will require someone to have best-in-class interpersonal skills that can communicate regularly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Working well as a team and helping one another to deliver projects and overcome hurdles is key at Bompas & Parr, so it is important that the right candidate can seek support at the earliest opportunity should problems arise as well as support their team when needed. The ideal candidate will have be a beacon for creative collaboration and excellence that can actively contribute to the ongoing creative life of the studio.

Essential Experience

• At least six years’ experience in event production and client services, delivering solutions in an agency environment, operating at a senior level
• Proficiency in CAD (preferably Rhino)
• Outstanding presentation skills and ability to articulate creative ideas with flair
• Writing experience; creative rationale for proposals and explanation of consumer journeys and experience
• Master proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google apps, Keynote and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience of managing installs for events
• High level of self-motivation, discretion, diligence and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise and schedule in a fast-paced studio environment
• Ability to guide and steer away from project bottlenecks and guide internal teams across multiple work streams and cross-discipline projects

Bompas & Parr Studio Ltd

Stage manager needed for solo show production in NYC. Mid-June to mid-July 2022. Part-time, evenings and some matinees. Professional, communicative, imaginative, and collaborative work environment. Working with experienced actor/writer (member of AEA and IATSE) and director (also IATSE) and award-winning stage producer. Diversity and inclusivity is a cherished TigerBear Productions value.

TigerBear Productions LLC

Company Description

The Mill is a global creative partner for agencies, production companies and brands, working across all media channels and platforms.

We are trusted specialists in visual effects, creative technologies and content production Our projects include the creation of digital products and virtual experiences, as well as world class visual effects and video production.

We are a vibrant network of talented artists, producers, directors and creative technologists from multinational backgrounds. We nurture innovation, flexibility and diverse ideas across our studios in London, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Berlin and Bangalore. We are all united by one single ambition: To create extraordinary and memorable work that captivates and excites audiences.

We are The Mill. We create the extraordinary.

Job Description

Our global Visual Effects team combines talent with technology, artistry with rigor, the familiar with the fantastic. Our work can be inspiring or invisible, but always unforgettable. From the language of colour to the hand drawn and photo-real, we bring ideas to life through the use of movement, storytelling and timing.

The role of an Associate Producer is to assist with the facilitation of complex visual effects advertising commercial projects through The Mill, starting at the storyboard stage through to the final delivery on diverse media.

In order to deliver the standard of work The Mill has become renowned for, an Associate Producer must have excellent knowledge of current technology and techniques, an in-depth knowledge of the working pipe-line of The Mill, superb communication, team work and organizational skills, a creative eye and an innate understanding of our clients’ requirements and the post-production industry as a whole.

The Associate Producer must also work in conjunction with Producers in the day to day running of current jobs and projects. This person will be involved in bringing efficiencies for producers running current jobs ranging from internal systems and processes to client communication, interaction and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings at the storyboard stage to advise on current post-production techniques, procedures and plan timings
• Involved in the planning and quoting for all elements of the job i.e. shoot attend, Telecine, 2D, complex 3D requirements i.e. Modeling, texturing lighting of CG creations and character animation, MCR, dubbing and delivery costs in conjunction with Beam, and ensuring the smooth running of the job through the building
• Ability to confidently and effectively act as a liaison between client and Producer
• Possess an acute sense for visual aesthetics and ideas and the ability to manage people and resources effectively
• Assist producer with postings, layoffs, interfacing with client and client needs and quality control
• Prepare shot lists
• Compile reference material and pitch content
• Keep the Mill’s history archive and internal show reels up to date
• Maintain client data base
• Assist Producers and the scheduling department with any specific job related issues
• Compile credit list and PR details at job wrap
• Wrangle meetings, sales calls and catalogued minutes of all Production meetings
• Efficient response time to client queries and requests
• Increase communication and productivity within the Production department
• Good working knowledge and relationships with other Mill offices
• Work towards role of Producer by shadowing on when possible

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the Post Production process and the US advertising industry
• Have a keen understanding of in-house technology
• Flexible working hours
• Attention to detail and a willingness to go the extra mile
• Ability to multitask and change direction depending on the current needs of the situation
• Well organized and able to prioritize tasks
• Resourceful and lateral thinking
• Able to communicate at all levels/across all departments

Additional Information

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The Mill

ROOF Studio is a multi-award-winning boutique animation studio in Brooklyn, NY, and Sao Paulo, Brazil. Our work is highly detailed, vibrant, and, as you can see, very passionate. We were the most-awarded animation company of 2021.

This year, we hoped to find an experienced professional to join us. We are looking to meet Executive Producers working in Advertisement, following the skillset listed below:

Extensive experience bidding on animation scripts, from 2D to 3D productions. Must have experience bidding small to large budget projects. A deep understanding of the 3D animation processes is required.

The ability to keep track of the production calendar and within budget. Will be communicating directly with and overseeing our head of production in Brazil.

Confidence in being the face of the production side of the company with all of our clients. Always reflect the company’s ethos of friendliness while managing difficult conversations.

Ensure we achieve our financial goals for projects, track invoicing to clients, and sometimes chase late payments. Negotiate overages when necessary.

Problem-solving: work methodically and logically, finding creative solutions, especially when things don’t go according to plan.

Have experience in Sales. This person needs to be able to handle new business requests and evaluate new client contacts and also be able to help strategize new opportunities to expand ROOF brand. Overseeing the relationship with our reps and sales partners. Demonstrating great leadership and creative flair, enabling us to pull off that brilliant pitch when needed.

Our ideal candidate is an experienced and opinionated professional with a great sense of strategy who will attend partner meetings and help to find ways to expand the brand through social media, PR, Awards, event opportunities, or any other way. We are always open to hearing ideas for brand growth opportunities.

Be optimistic! Yes, We all know how stressful this industry can be. We try to support each other as much as possible, working as a collective for a healthier atmosphere.

Ideally, the candidate is New York based, even though the company is structured to work remotely, it is always helpful to sit around a table when needed.

ROOF Studio

Role: Associate Producer

Location: Remote – Pawtucket, RI

Duration: 12-month contract

Job Description:

· The Associate Producer will be responsible for working directly with the Production team to coordinate all aspects of Product and Lifestyle Photography projects, executed both in-house and at external studio locations.

· They will partner with Brand, Package Design and Marketing teams to deliver high-quality visual assets in a deadline driven and cost-effective manner. This includes hiring all vendors and crew, scheduling Photographers and studio space, coordinating samples, managing files through editing and final delivery.

Required skills:

· Serve as primary liaison between the Photo Studio and internal clients.

· Facilitate clear, constructive, and on-going communication with the Production team regarding project status and asset delivery.

· On a weekly basis, partner with the Finance Coordinator to track costs associated with completed photo shoots.

· Correspond with internal clients relative to production needs.

· Partner with the Model Studios team to coordinate and transport samples for photo shoots.

Schedule projects, based on priority.

· Confirm that proper documents are in place for all talent and crew.

· Execute photography projects, including being on-set to ensure efficiency, timing and budget.

· Trouble-shoot and resolve issues relating to physical production through final file delivery.

· Route image files through the editing process, including communicating specific instructions.

· Route files through internal approvals and manage final upload of assets for delivery.

· Maintain archiving files and communication with the Digital Asset Management team.

· Track the status of projects within the workflow to ensure final delivery within deadline.

Desired Skills:

· Successful at organizing large, involved events/productions.

· Working knowledge of both PC and Mac operating systems.

· Experience working with image files in Photoshop.

· Success in managing a large volume of assets through post-production.

· Proficient working knowledge of MS Office file formats.

· Significant experience and success in managing a variety of projects.

· Demonstrates an advance aptitude in design, layout and composition as it applies to photography.

· Working knowledge of Capture One is a plus.

· Desired Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Production experience, in digital studio photography a plus.

· Two or more years producing photography shoots, both in-house and on-location.

· Two or more years negotiating with vendors such as talent agencies, stylists, set dressers, caterers, etc. Or equivalent experience in non-creative / production roles, utilizing transferable skills.

Harvey Nash USA

***UNION and NON UNION SUBMISSIONS***

Must pass COVID test to work. Even if you test negative, you are not confirmed for work unless we send you details confirming the shoot day. 

Kira is taking submissions for a show seeking women who have actual water polo experience. You will be playing during the scene. 

Covid test MONDAY 5/2, work WEDNESDAY 5/4, with a possible recall THURSDAY 5/5 and FRIDAY 5/6 .

IN ADDITION: This show has a mandatory vaccination policy for all Zone A workers, including Background Actors, Stand-Ins, and other talent ages 12 and above, working on its set.  To be eligible to work on this production, you must be either (1) fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine AND received a “Booster” if you are eligible for a Booster according to CDC guidelines (click here to check if you are eligible for Booster) (Also: the requisite doses of the appropriate combination of Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca, or Novavax vaccines would deem you Boosted, depending on when you obtained each of the requisite doses) or (2) have a disability or sincerely held religious belief that prevents vaccination.  Any offer of work is “conditioned” on you providing adequate proof to Production that you meet either of the two criteria mentioned above.  If you are unable to show adequate proof to Production, then you are ineligible to be hired for this particular Production.  Please answer “yes” to this message if you can supply adequate proof to Production.  

If you answer “yes,” you are hereby attesting to the fact that you will provide such adequate proof to Production.  Do not send your proof to Central Casting.  Production will collect and verify your proof.

NEW YORK CITY casting call for a MAJOR music video