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Job: Executive Producer, Content Works – Healthing.ca

About Content Works:

Content Works is Postmedia’s award-winning full-service branded content studio. We tap into the expertise of our advertising professionals, digital marketing experts, producers and content creators to craft compelling stories that drive our clients’ business goals and connect with readers. Our branded articles are also published in the pages of Postmedia’s iconic titles such as the National Post, Financial Post, Vancouver Sun, Montreal Gazette and Toronto Sun as well as on innovative digital content channels like Driving.ca, TheGrowthOp and Healthing.ca.

The Opportunity:

The Executive Producer, Content Works – Healthing.ca is responsible for overseeing the execution of multimedia branded content campaigns on Healthing.ca. Reporting to the Director of Content Works, this individual has a comprehensive understanding of medical sciences and the ability to oversee the development of content that engages with readers and is scientifically accurate. The Executive Producer should also have a strong knowledge of marketing strategies and best practices for pharmaceutical industry clients and Advertising Standards Council compliance.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with the Director, Content Works and other Executive Producers to evolve the capabilities, strategy and production of Content Works to align with Postmedia’s strategic initiatives;
• Define and lead Content Works’ strategy to produce best-in-class health and medical content for custom content opportunities inside and outside the Postmedia Network;
• Support the development of health/medical content across a variety of channels;
• Manage the regulatory review process (ASC) and ensure all projects have complete and accurate referencing and meet regulatory requirements;
• Assist Healthing.ca sales and business development units in pitching high-value strategic commercial content initiatives, both on- and off-network, in a variety of formats;
• Provide oversight and review of layout/graphic content to ensure that it is accurate and aligns with the scientific content;
• Lead and develop a team of freelance medical writers;
• Implement processes to ensure consistent writing and referencing style and quality standards;
• Identify opportunities for innovation and diversification of health/medical content creation;
• Assist in the creation of an analytics suite for Postmedia commercial content producers to empower and scale data-driven storytelling;
• Identify net-new content products/offerings and mobilize sales teams to engage advertisers;
• Champion the development and integration of new content formats (audio, video, interactive) as part of Postmedia’s content marketing suite of products.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or an equivalent, as well as a degree in a related medical sciences field;
• Expert command of written and spoken English;
• Experience with written, video, and interactive content production, and their respective best practices, workflows, and capabilities;
• Exceptional medical writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling messaging that is palatable to a consumer audience, and to adapt content to various channels while supporting brand goals;
• Ability to synthesize business goals into compelling editorial strategy for both B2B and B2C projects;
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in medical communications (medical education, pharmaceutical advertising, etc.) in an agency setting, ideally with regular client exposure within the pharmaceutical/life sciences sector;
• Strong knowledge of ASC compliance and approval process;
• Working knowledge of SEM, SEO, and WordPress; understanding of email, mobile, social and web design principles; knowledge of best practices within the content marketing industry;
• Knowledge of audience metrics and social amplification techniques;
• Experience managing editorial calendars and multiple projects with conflicting deadlines;
• An existing network of health/medical freelance content creators, or the ability to find and nurture one;
• Knowledge of project management techniques is an asset;
• Proficient in all major business software applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel);
• Excellent client service skills, ability to deliver client and stakeholder satisfaction in measurable ways;
• Professional demeanour and ability to work well under pressure;
• A motivated team player and self-starter with superior communication skills and a strong desire to compete and succeed.

We thank in advance all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. No phone calls or agencies please.

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis.

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Postmedia Network Inc.

EDIT/ TECH ASSISTANT

WDT are looking for an Edit/Tech Assistant to start immediately – Monday 25th April – so get your CV’s and covering letter to us quick!

This is for a short term (4 week) contract at a leading branded company based in SE1.

It is essential that you have 1 – 2 years of industry experience in the tv/ branded/ corporate video space for this role.

We will not consider applications without this.

You will be working for a leading brand who make longform, shortform and B2B content in-house.

RUSH COSTUME PA Casting Call

Looking for an experienced PA (Production Assistant) to help with costume fittings this week and next week! 
Pay Rate: $161/12
Location: Blackhall Studios (Atlanta, GA)

Company: The Beverly Theater  

Job: Theater Ops & Marketing Manager 

Reports to: Creative Director  

The Beverly Theater is Las Vegas’ first independent film house and performance theater. The not-for-profit community, opening this year, will host independent film, music happenings, artistic performances, literary experiences, educational programming and aims to further catalyze creativity and enhance the already burgeoning cultural scene in DTLV. 

This is not your average position. The ideal candidate can’t be put into a box.  

You are second-in-command at the country’s newest theater. You are a jack of all trades and a master of most. You know it all but are desperate to learn more. You quickly recognize problems so you can live in the solution. Resourcefulness fuels you. Get it done comforts you. Self-aware, confident, attentive. You have a zest for life, take directorial notes in stride, and maintain a spirit of grit, determination, and passion.  

“The finish line is where I like to pull up and start from 

Experience is just a place that I go to get the answers from 

Worry is a boost that I use to get the job done 

Fear is a space I like to think that I’m far from 

My computer is the one thing I hate to be apart from 

Bet against me, don’t know where they get their odds from  

I know that when the task done, I’m moving on to the next one  

And through it all, I still don’t know where I get the calm from”

Does this describe you? If so, keep reading.  

Under the direction of the founding creative director, you will manage the business affairs and production of a film house and live performance operation. This includes programming, event production, scheduling, box office operations, vendor/agency management, artistic services, concessions, marketing, ticket/retail development, budget maintenance and more. As second in command, the 1st AD’s mandate is to help the creative director and theater achieve its vision. Your day-to-day responsibilities stretch far beyond the creative concerns of the director and are crucial to keeping theater operations and production on its feet.  

General Duties and Responsibilities Include (but not limited to)  

• Helps manage and oversee all theater operations including staffing, concessions, retail, film schedule, live events and helps to plan master calendar and ensure overall guest satisfaction and adherence to business goals 
• Drives the entire operation process, while carefully paying attention to future events  
• Drive the fan marketing outreach process, working with local communities and internal teams to drive ticket sales and interest 
• Helps to prepare and manage budget, scheduling, reports income from shows, and screenings  
• Participates in recruiting, hiring, training and development of future team members 
• Maintain marketing calendar, project timelines, settlement reconciliations, and post event recap summaries for films and live events 
• Coordinates and helps to manage all audience development, memberships, subscriptions, group sales and single ticket campaigns  
• Works with creative director to develop and execute marketing plans including both online and offline advertising/marketing campaigns, promotions, social media, email marketing, PR, grassroots initiatives, sponsorships and partnerships. 
• As part of the management team, collaborates with administrators in policy decisions regarding administration of operation, crew member handbooks, production, operation and the artistic direction of events 
• Reviews and analyzes profit & loss (P&L) results with creative director to ensure accuracy, and identify opportunities and areas of strength 
• Liaison to include general production and accounting communication 
• Analyzes hourly team member schedules and provides feedback to Creative Director based on weekly and monthly labor goals and budgets 
• The operations manager is key in keeping track of every detail of assigned projects and sharing that information with the appropriate parties both within the company and with outside creative teams 
• Work on ad-hoc requests / research and analysis for as needed 
• Must be able to multi-task between concurrent assignments, prioritize effectively, and adapt quickly to changing priorities, assignments, and roles 
• Flexibility in working extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as required 
• Keeps informed of current developments in film and performing arts; attends and previews concerts, plays and other entertainment programs for potential synergies  

Performs all related duties as required. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.  

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Bachelor’s Degree preferred  
2. Theatrical marketing/operations management: 2 years (required) 
3. Familiarity with appropriate computer software 
4. Willingness to work irregular and flexible hours 
5. Strong communication and human relations skills 
6. Ability to obtain TAM/alcohol awareness card 
7. Lift 20 lbs.  
8. Loves film and live entertainment (required)  

Expert at: 

• Word 
• Excel 
• PowerPoint  
• Digital file management  
• Data entry  

Good at:  

• WordPress CMS (dashboard management, no coding required)  

Familiar with:  

• Photo/video editing software  
• Hootsuite (or similar)  
• SEO / PPC / SMM 
• Theatrical AV systems 
• Email marketing systems  

Job Type: Full-time 

Level: Manager  

Salary: based on experience, from $55k

Benefits: 

• Medical 
• Dental 
• Vision 
• Culture 

Supplemental Pay: 

• Performance-based bonuses  

COVID-19 considerations: 

As required by local, state and federal laws. Must be willing to adhere to all current and future vaccine mandates.    

Work Location: Downtown Las Vegas   

The Beverly Theater

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This positions works with cross-functional partners to develop the overall strategic photo direction for PINK. This individual directs and manages outside photo teams and internal stylist to ensure all photography and retouching is executed according to concept, on time and on budget. Position is also responsible for creating short and long term photo and creative strategies that support merchandising and business objectives—always “pushing for next”. This individual collaborates with the Design, Digital and other Creative team members to ensure consistent Brand message for all marketing materials.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Partners with merchants to create photo strategies that support merchandising initiatives and business goals

· Pushes the reach, aspiration and look of the photography that supports PINK core equities.

· Directs and manages outside photo teams through roadblocks and unexpected challenges

· Partners with Design, Digital and other creative team members to ensure all creative marketing materials are aligned with the brand and communicate a consistent message

· Develops and manages relationships with key photographers, retouchers, and modeling agencies that can get the business to “next” in terms of talent, locations, concepts, etc.

· Keeps up to date on current trends, fashion, magazines, retail stores and popular culture

· Oversee all aspects of retouching ensuring best in class work at competitive rates

· Oversee casting process by conducting go-sees, researching model trends and meeting with agents on an ongoing basis.

· Manage in house stylist(s) and provide direction in order maintain brand integrity.

· Oversee creative exploration, styling, graphics and execution of all Direct Mail pieces ensuring newness, brand elevation, and differentiation from competition.

· Collaborate with window creative lead on all imagery windows ensuring window creative continues to evolve.

· Collaborate on concept, direct and oversee editing of PINK videos shown on vspink.com and facebook.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· B.A./B.S degree

· Proven ability to develop and manage Budgets

· Excellent art direction and concepting skills

· 15 years of industry experience

· High-level conceptual thinker who has solid understanding of the creative process.

· Ability to develop photo strategies and direct the translation of these strategies in support of merchandising initiatives and business goals.

· Outstanding portfolio with a strong commitment to produce effective work.

· Ability to “raise the bar” and build and manage broad range of world class photographers, models, stylists, and photo support talent.

· Strong organizational skills

· Ability to adapt to emerging priorities and unexpected challenges.

· Attuned to the fashion industry and aware of current trends

· Team player with ability to motivate others and gain consensus

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills

· Strong attention to both detail and “the big picture”

· Ability to communicate and understand the Brand

An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Victoria’s Secret

Sesame Place Philadelphia

At DMS, our doors are open once again, our teams are back and we are now moving forward with optimism and excitement as we enjoy the next phase of our growth and prepare to build on our successes so far. We are looking for like-minded talented people who want to be part of our journey. It’s going to be a very big year for us and we want you to play a role.

We love the film industry. We love the ability of film to take your imagination away from daily life, to excite, to provoke, to engage and to entertain and we are excited to once again be playing our part in bringing the magic of cinema into people’s lives.

Who We Are

We are a vibrant, engaged, talent-driven agency where our staff feel empowered, where ideas are encouraged and where outstanding work is rewarded. We nurture bright, passionate people who are innovative and creative in their thinking and ambitious and brave in everything they do.

DMS is a place where our clients feel looked after, where they trust our ability to deliver and come up with new ways of engaging them and helping them engage their audiences. We strive to be a key agency partner to our clients, delivery consistency of work and quality of service.

Founded in 2002, our headquarters are in London with offices also in Los Angeles and Sydney. We are part of the AKA Group of agencies.

What We Do

We are a full-service creative digital agency. Our people, technology and insights help global media and entertainment, sports and lifestyle brands create, manage, localise, distribute and place their content and evaluate its media reach.

CREATIVE SERVICES: THE DEPARTMENT

DMS Creative Services is the in-house production and post-production hub at DMS.

From ideation to final delivery, our mission is to create world-class video content that engages, inspires, entertains, and ultimately connects global audiences with our clients.

We’ve earned our stripes working with Hollywood film studios, independent distributors, TV production companies, luxury brands, international sports organisations and live entertainment companies. From TV commercials, to online promos, social formats, long-form documentaries, junkets, red carpets, virtual Q&As and DOOH… we’ve done it all!

Our dynamic and growing team of fifteen is made of other creative producers, creative directors, production managers, production assistants, motion graphic designers and editors.

We believe that passion and personality matter – so we value energetic individuals with a can-do attitude, who know how to be kind whilst striving for excellence.

THE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU

We are looking for a talented and strategic Creative Producer that will help drive projects from brief to final delivery across film, theatre and lifestyle campaigns.

You’ll have a strong history of producing high-quality video content for various mediums and clients, with a primary focus on social, DOOH and broadcast.

In this role you’ll have to multitask confidently and bridge the gap between project management, creative decision making and client relations.

Reporting to the Head of Department, you will also play a pivotal role in our business growth. You’ll lead client presentations, identify and pursue new opportunities, help create pitching materials and foster client relationships with existing and potential new clients.

The Role

• Interpret client requirements and lead the creative direction to develop and execute the look and feel of our clients’ content (e.g. online promos, TV spots, social videos, animations, junkets, social content, DOOH).
• Provide articulate and concise peer-to-peer feedback for all deliverables to enhance creative output throughout the project lifecycle.
• Own the communication with clients from start to finish, providing regular updates, and building a strong and lasting relationship.
• Confidently drive multiple projects simultaneously within quick turnarounds and against budget.
• Coordinate with the Production Manager and other Creative team members to ensure a smooth running of projects and capacity planning.
• Troubleshoot problems as they arise and offer solutions to improve processes.
• Review/QC finished work to ensure the final output meets the original brief, transcripts, delivery specs and brand guidelines.
• Produce quotes and monitor resources dedicated to each project.
• Participate in creative brainstorms, develop presentations and treatments, lead client pitches.

Requirements

You have 3+ years of experience crafting compelling AV content at a creative agency, advertising agency, in-house creative team or post-production house.

You are an “ideas” person who can conceptualise and produce smart, clever, innovative content for a variety of media. You will not be expected to create content yourself, but you’ll definitely possess a great sense of aesthetic design and video editing.

You should be an expert in delivering projects on time, on budget and on brief, through proactive and appropriate end-to-end management of project scope and resource.You are extremely organised, resourceful and confident in your ability to perform under pressure.

You also show a collaborative spirit when working with other creatives.You’ll be QCing all the work produced, so you’ve got a track record of great attention to detail.

You’ve got experience creating quotes and managing basic billing duties.

You possess a good understanding of what works across online advertising and social media.

You naturally keep up with the latest trends.You’re a self-motivated and driven professional, hungry for opportunities, and who doesn’t mind going the extra mile to take projects over the line or help others.

This is a highly client-facing role, so you’re a great communicator and have demonstrable experience in building client relationships in a previous production or creative role. Some experience in sales or new business is a bonus.

You have experience in both Production and Post-production, and have worked closely with film crew, motion graphic designers, editors and sound operators

Desirable

Previous experience producing content for entertainment is a strong bonus.

A background in project management or account management, desirable.

Experience with on-set production would be a plus, but not required as the majority of projects will focus on post-production.

Application

Your CV

A cover letter

A brief selection of relevant content you’ve produced.
DMS

SCOPE: Be able to foster an extremely positive team environment that promotes our vintner partners, lifestyle brand and media network. Expand wine and retail sales as well as customer retention. We are a growing company and the opportunity for expansion is very lucrative.

SUMMARY: Feast it Forward is searching for an experienced, detail-oriented tasting room lead for our fast-paced vintner collective and live experiential showroom. This is a hands-on position where teamwork, positive direction, and creativity is required. This well-rounded individual should have excellent time management skills and the ability to appropriately address issues with minimal supervision. Customer service, customer retention & sales acumen skills required.

We are looking for a candidate who will be driven and passionate about joining the ground floor of a unique national brand. Some affiliates include Gibson Guitar, Crosley, Anolon, Microsoft. Network talent has included such names as Chef Jacque Pepin, Chef Rick Moonen, Imagine Dragons, Snoop Dog, Michael Franti, Charles Woodson and many more. Candidate must always show professionalism, especially with our celebrity talent.

VINTNER WINE COLLECTIVE & SHOWROOM:

Be responsible for opening and closing the tasting room (weekends required).

Tasting room sales is a major priority, working alone at times

Must have experience in proper wine service techniques, wine education and closing sales.

Ability to conduct tastings for a 14-vintner tasting collective

Strong communication skills

Flexibility in scheduling – must be able to work weekends and nights.

Perform all duties needed for the efficient and professional operation of the tasting room

Able to sit, stand in place and walk for long periods of time

Competitive compensation, inquire within.

Feast it Forward

Overview

Makeout is a creative agency and production company that specializes in video and IRL (event and experiential) productions for brands like TIME, eBay, Burger King, OkCupid, JetBlue, NBCUniversal, Spotify and Zola.

The Associate Producer role will assist on productions ranging from multi-day festivals with stage programming and activations to pop-ups, street stunts and other exciting activations that don’t seem to fit neatly into any particular category. You will report directly to the Senior Event Producer and may also collaborate with other lead producers on projects that arise.

You can get a sense of our work through the Hall of Magic, Jingle Hell’s and other events and experiential activations on our website.

Responsibilities

The Associate Producer is a full-time, salaried position that will report to our Senior Event Producer and work on event/experiential productions. 

Pre-production + Production

• Assist Events Producers, Executive Producer, and Designers in the planning and execution of experiential and live events.
• Research and support the creation of documents to communicate ideas to clients, including proposals, production plans, and treatments.
• Support design workflow and production, communicating design needs and deadlines
• Aid in production sourcing and creating client-facing decks for approvals
• Create budgets, manage budgets, and track expenses
• Assist in negotiation, set up, hiring and management of freelancers, collaborators and vendors on a project basis
• Source and manage vendors to obtain and negotiate quotes, oversee production and track deliveries
• Schedule internal and client meetings and collate recap notes
• Prepare call sheets, run of shows, and artist agreements with Event Producers
• Assist in general project administration – travel booking, file management and expenses reporting
• Assist in Coordinator tasks including but not limited to counting, sorting, building, and running errands
• On-site event production support; weekend/evening availability as needed for events

Internal

• Maintain and enforce any company collaboration tools, calendars, file sharing, time tracking
• Support business development initiatives and research
• Ensure all budgets are tracked and invoices are submitted accurately and on time
• Support the policies, practices, and procedures related to the company’s work
• Support internal projects as directed by Event Producers

Qualifications

We’re looking for a self-starting, detail-oriented, hard-working candidate with at least two years of experience working as an associate producer, assistant producer, or production coordinator on live events and/or experiential productions. Qualities we are looking for in a candidate include:

• Problem-solving; ability to be quickly briefed on a need/goal and then figure out how to get it done in a smart, cost-effective, time-efficient, and stylistically appropriate way – even if the path is not obvious or involves many more steps than expected
• Ability to create and utilize spreadsheets to track and organize data including budgets, scheduling and other production needs
• Diligence and determination to get every task (even repetitive, menial tasks) done correctly; good attention to detail
• Clear communicator and good delegator; ability to oversee PAs on a team
• Self-starter who can serve as an integral part of a team,and also work independently and take initiative
• Positive, can-do attitude and good work ethic, even with tasks that are less glamorous
• Comfortable interfacing with clients when appropriate
• Proficiency at maintaining and utilizing company collaboration tools, calendars, file sharing, time tracking
• Supportive of the policies, practices, and procedures related to the company’s work
• Have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and are comfortable driving commercial vehicles (e.g., cargo vans)
• Willingness and ability to travel by plane for out-of-town scouts, productions and other work-related activity

Working at Makeout

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, in the range of $50-65k
• After a 30-day waiting period, group medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, a portion of which will be paid by Makeout
• 2 weeks (10 days) paid vacation time (earned on an accrual basis based on start date anniversary)
• 4-flexible summer Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day
• In addition to this PTO, Makeout typically closes between Christmas and New Year’s
• 30 day, 90 day and 6-month performance reviews to foster growth and development

How to apply

Email your resume to [email protected] with “Associate Event Producer” in the subject line, along with relevant links to your portfolio and/or selected projects, and a short description about why your background, capabilities and passions match what Makeout is looking for in the candidate.

Makeout

The Moving Picture Company (MPC) is a global creative studio with a single goal: to create experiences that move people. With decades of storytelling experience, we are perpetually pushing the limits of what is technologically and artistically possible to tell visually stunning stories.

MPC continues to lead in an ever-evolving industry, building authentic and long-lasting connections with audiences across all channels.

Job Description

Executive Producers oversee the Delivery teams: the VFX Producers and VFX Supervisors assigned to the delivery of shows, accountable for all aspects of planning and execution of project delivery and financial success.

They are a senior commercial representative for MPC, forging strong client relationships and speaking for the company in critical negotiations. They are a point of escalation during deliveries, and key contributor during the bidding and award of new projects.

As well as these relationships, the EPs work extensively with the Senior Management teams and Global leadership team to achieve the business objectives and manage the company.

The EPs collaborate as a global group to ensure that the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for all aspects of Producing are upheld and continually improved.

All EPs report directly to the Global MD but may report operationally to Senior Management in their location.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities Include:

(The following is a list of responsibilities which are central to all EPs. Individual EPs may have separate key objectives and duties, depending on their location, strengths and position within the company)

• Liaise and negotiate on major changes in award scope, value and schedule
• Regular calls with all clients to ensure continuity and transparency of Producer reporting, and that high delivery service is maintained
• Meets with VFX Producers & Supervisors weekly to monitor project financials
• Accountable for quota & schedule achievement, ensuring schedules are competently planned and executed
• Attends weekly Delivery Management meetings to collaborate with Senior Management Team on delivery statuses and undertake actions where necessary
• Briefs Producers weekly, cascading relevant information to Producers at all times
• As key member of Senior Management Team
• Provide constant training, feedback and mentorship to all Producers and is a role model for all Production
• Ensures a healthy and productive work environment and duty of care for all employees

Key Skills

Client facing – it is essential to be confident, clear and calm with all clients. The faculties to steer conversations to a constructive outcome, maintaining diplomacy and professionalism, whilst creating a pleasant, warm and productive working relationship are critical

• Communication skills – ability to lead a team, manage diverse personalities and viewpoints; the ability to build relationships and collaborate with others
• Scheduling – there should be a proven ability to schedule work of a complex nature, especially within the VFX space, with a thorough understanding of quota-based tracking and forecasting
• Adaptability – the will to shift gears mentally and deal with both ambiguity and fluidity, whilst supporting and leading others through the same
• Finance – understanding Profit and Loss, budgeting, analysing bids vs. actuals and spend vs. Completion.

Moving Picture Company