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Job Title: Associate Producer

Client Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Starting: 10/30/2023

Salary/Pay Rate: $23-$25/hour

Firm, non-negotiable: No

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 3+ months with possible extension

Job Description:

This role leads photography, video and special event execution. Must deliver on-strategy, consistent, cost-effective and innovative creative solutions.

Must collaborate with staff producers and learn on the job to independently manage end-to-end productions with little guidance.

What you’ll do:

CREATIVE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

● Research, secure & build relationships with the best creative and production talent

● Ensure creative concept and execution partners deliver assets on time and on budget

INTERNAL PHOTO AND VIDEO PRODUCTION PLANNING AND EXECUTION

● Lead production planning, logistics and execution

● Collaborate with internal partners to ensure optimal planning and execution throughout the

entire integrated omni marketing process

● Maintain working knowledge of photography and video best practices and industry standards

with relevant knowledge of all major production markets

OVERSIGHT OF BUDGET & USAGE REQUIREMENTS

● Negotiate optimal rates and usage for all creative and production resources

● Maintain project budgets and communicate updates

● Manage project invoicing to ensure timely and accurate processing

● Ensure vendors meet legal compliance requirements

Skills & Experience:

REQUIRED

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

● Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of people

● Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

● Strong communication, interpersonal & negotiation skills

● Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment

● Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adhere to position guidelines

● Proficient in Google suite

● Ability to travel

PREFERRED

● 3+ years advertising/marketing experience; photography/video production experience; events

planning; public relations; account management

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $23-$25/hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include; medical health insurance and dental insurance, life insurance, and eligibility to participate in 401k plan with company match (if applicable).

Aquent

Follow Your Calling, Find Your Career

This is an exempt-level position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident’s fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county “will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE.” The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.

POSITION SUMMARY

Mecklenburg County is seeking an experienced and innovative professional to lead our Recreation and Aquatics Division. The Division Director position will be responsible for overseeing and leading the strategic planning of our community recreation centers, aquatics programs, and therapeutic and inclusive recreation services. This will include management and operations of facilities, staff and recreation programming. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing programs, policies and procedures for standardization of operations, developing and maintaining community partnerships, budget planning for the division and promote training initiatives to program staff. The selected candidate would have extensive experience with community recreation initiatives, strategic planning experience, proven ability to create and maintain a variety of internal and external partnerships and experience managing multiple revenue streams.

By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don’t miss this opportunity to apply!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 12 years of progressively responsible experience in the recreation field
• Experience leading aquatic programs
• Inclusive recreation management experience
• 5+ years’ recreation supervision experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop marketable initiatives that attract audiences to recreational activities and/or events
• Evaluate plans to ensure adequate resources are supplied while maintaining financial standards
• Oversee recreational event personnel, vendor operations, and volunteer activities
• Develop and maintain financial reporting to enhance and/or utilize funds as effectively as possible
• Assess recreational actives to identify risks, meet community needs, and maintain safety regulations
• Communicate and consult with the board of commissioners and/or city council regarding recreational strategies
• Lead and direct the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination
• Contribute to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in collaboration with senior management
• Establish departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organization

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience and one (1) year of supervisory experience or completion of an approved supervisory training program

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field

Combination of relevant experience and relevant education accepted?: Yes

Licenses/Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges

Computer Skills: Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Principles and processes for providing customer services; this includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• The structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, and agency rules, and the political climate
• Expertise in area of assignment

Skills:

• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Talking to others to convey information effectively
• Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions
• Communication, Creativity, and Leadership skills
• Detail oriented

Abilities:

• Building Strategic Work Relationships: Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
• Aligning Performance for Success: Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives
• Strategic Decision Making: Obtaining information and identifying key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-range goal or vision; committing to a course of action to accomplish a long-range goal or vision after developing alternatives based on logical assumptions, facts, available resources, constraints, and organizational values
• Formal Presentations: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups when; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience
• Leading through Vision and Values: Keeping the organization’s vision and values at the forefront of associate decision making and action
• Building a Successful Team: Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals
• Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
• Delegating Responsibility: Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization’s and individuals’ effectiveness

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

Mecklenburg County

As a hybrid Senior Art Director/Designer for our B2B food brand (famous for their french fries, sold to the top fast-food chain), you’ll join a great team of art directors and copywriters dreaming up integrated 360° campaigns – from digital and social to trade show graphics and OOH. We take pride in craftsmanship and thoughtfulness – and we partner directly with our clients to build from scratch, and design for reality. One day you might work on a video, photo shoot, or a branding project – the next day you might lead a multimedia campaign, printed tactics, out-of-home, and more. Whatever the ask is, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to have your creative voice be heard – all while collaborating with a team of creative and production experts who love the brand and make great work together. You will report to one of two Creative Directors. We need someone who could begin on concepting for new projects, art directing a photo shoot or video, create InDesign layouts for print but also be digitally experienced, design trade show booths and more.

Qualifications

• BA in Design or Advertising or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in an agency/studio setting
• An online portfolio that shows off the very best of your thinking
• Traditional advertising experience for both print and digital/web
• Experience working for brands that have established visual branding guidelines
• B2B experience
• Have a balance of branding, layout, typography, and illustration design skills
• Enthusiasm to collaborate with production and account teams, in addition to creative
• Well-versed and comfortable in multiple presentation settings
• Af ull understanding of responsive digital development constraints and possibilities
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Package up digital assets for delivery and oversee creative through production

Additional Information

The anticipated salary range for this position is $58,000-$80,000/year. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com

About dentsu

Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape societywww.dentsu.com.

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.

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 your recruiter 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.

dentsu

Boston based travel company is seeking a senior Art Director with team management experience.

Job Description

• Manage and develop a high-performing team of in-house and freelance graphic designers and photo editors, focused on the company values
• Drive the creation of marketing materials through evocative and quality imagery and design in tandem with copy director
• Establish and maintain a cohesive brand vision that achieves project goals
• Review and update branding visual style guide
• Utilize data/results to inform design and photography decisions
• Thoroughly review design comps and photography to ensure strategies are implemented and adheres to branding guidelines
• Review, troubleshoot, and provide feedback to creative teams
• Create a plan to obtain the highest quality photography, focused on locals and travelers in key locations through photo shoots, contests, and research
• Be actively involved in the hiring and training process of creative staff

Job Requirements:

• Experience managing and developing a high-performing creative team
• 8+ years working as an Art Director
• Ability to utilize data and results to inform design and photography decisions
• Understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign & Illustrator
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple jobs simultaneously, and re-prioritize at a moment’s notice
• Proficient in Macs & strong technical skills
• Strong communication, conceptual thinking, typography, and design skills
• Must have a positive attitude and high energy
• Knowledge of web design or UX a plus.
• A passion for travel and/or travel industry experience preferred

Onward Search

Onward Search is hiring for a hybrid, direct hire Art Director for a travel company located in Boston, MA.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented multitasker, with strong communication and teamwork skills, who thrives in a fast-paced and creative environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a talented marketing team that is focused on driving revenue and profit growth of the business through creative marketing materials.

Job Description

• Manage and develop a high-performing team of in-house and freelance graphic designers and photo editors, focused on the company values
• Drive the creation of marketing materials through evocative and quality imagery and design in tandem with copy director
• Establish and maintain a cohesive brand vision that achieves project goals
• Review and update branding visual style guide
• Utilize data/results to inform design and photography decisions
• Thoroughly review design comps and photography to ensure strategies are implemented and adheres to branding guidelines
• Review, troubleshoot, and provide feedback to creative teams
• Create a plan to obtain the highest quality photography, focused on locals and travelers in key locations through photo shoots, contests, and research
• Be actively involved in the hiring and training process of creative staff

Job Requirements:

• Experience managing and developing a high-performing creative team
• 8+ years working as an Art Director
• Ability to utilize data and results to inform design and photography decisions
• Understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign & Illustrator
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple jobs simultaneously, and re-prioritize at a moment’s notice
• Proficient in Macs & strong technical skills
• Strong communication, conceptual thinking, typography, and design skills
• Knowledge of web design or UX a plus.
• A passion for travel and/or travel industry experience preferred

Onward Search

Direct Hire: Art Director

Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days work from home, with no deviation

Portfolio must contain 360-degree campaigns in the CPG space

Salary + Benefits

Location: Chicago, IL. easy to get to!

Our client is a well known B2B and B2C, products company in Chicago and they are ready to add another Art Director to their family which is a well-oiled, in-house creative team that runs like an agency. In this role you will be assigned to specific brands under the corporate umbrella and from there, Concept-Design-Produce print and digital campaigns in a team setting. Deliverables to include: Web, Email, Social Media, Animated GIFs, POP/POS/Packaging, Collateral, Tradeshow, etc. Working with all kinds of inhouse Marketing, Product Managers, and the like, you will support/design for a variety of seasonal campaign needs, product launches, rebrands, and sales aides.

To be considered for this role we are seeking the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in design
• Minimum 5-7 years having designed for the CPG space, B2C
• 360-degree campaign design work, accessible via your portfolio
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal as this role will be presenting to clients
• Strong file production/maintenance skills

This is a hands-on role where everyone on the team works together in both design and production capacities. No one, or pay-grade level, is too good for any given task. It’s this mentality that makes the department so successful and productive as a team.

What’s in it for you? Our client is thrilled to offer a competitive salary along with an array of benefits:

• Major Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Options
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement

Digital People

San Luis Obispo Country Club, an exclusive private club established in 1957, is searching for a dynamic Clubhouse Manager to lead and enhance its food and beverage operations. Situated in the heart of California’s Central Coast, the club offers a luxurious lifestyle to its members, featuring an 18-hole championship golf course, top-tier tennis facilities, an inviting swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a full-service massage therapy studio, and more.

The Clubhouse Manager will focus on team development by recruiting and training a skilled, dedicated team, fostering a positive work environment, and implementing strategies for employee retention. You will be a key player in elevating dining experiences while collaborating with the leadership team and actively involved in the strategic planning for the renovation of three new dining spaces.

For more information visit https://www.strategicclubsolutions.com/careers/

Strategic Club Solutions

EBG partners with theme parks, sites, attractions, and live events to offer amazing, and often exclusive, proprietary deals to our over 50 Million users through an exclusive employee savings platform. The Associate Producer will build and maintain EBG’s offers for our sites with respect to agreement details, cost, and sales price for ticket products, event products, and touring products in the EBG backend database and various other internal systems.

Your ability to navigate systems, understand the basics of websites and browsers, pay attention to the important details for ticketed events and attractions and to promptly respond to changes to maintain accurate offer data impacts the experience of EBG’s customers and contributes to company revenue goals. This is an operational role that does not require day to day interface with partners. You will receive training from the team for the first 90 days to prepare you for success in this role. Your excellence in this associate level role can lead to advancement within the Partner Development team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Associate Producer will collect assets and data to build new offers and maintain existing offer listings for EBG’s e-commerce platforms, including but not limited to entering the cost, sales price, images, specific offer copy, and affiliate commission fields for products through approved sales channels within our EBGADMIN database and various CMS’.
• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure website efficiencies, troubleshoot purchase path and product offering, to create an overall best guest experience
• Provide daily updates and maintenance for various platforms and sales channels
• Maintain accurate and detailed workspace to effectively document various department tasks in relation to builds and maintenance for our offers
• Work with other Producers and internal teams as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

EBG offers a balance of remote and in office work. The Associate Producer is a Hybrid role with requirements to work in office together with your team on both Tuesday and Thursday each week.

Qualifications

• Experience through work or education that requires teamwork, reliability, attention to detail, and professional communication skills in a fast paced environment
• Strong attention to detail, avoiding errors
• Extremely organized
• Must be able to work on several projects simultaneously and possess the ability to switch between them seamlessly, with focus
• Possess the ability to maintain focus in a busy, collaborative and occasionally loud environment
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to clearly and accurately document work performed
• Comprehensive knowledge of various internet browsers
• Basic HTML (read for details and minor editing to formatting such as fonts, colors, spacing, links)
• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Excel (review data and understand functions and formulas), Word (Document creation and editing) and Outlook (Email and Calendar).
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally in a professional manner
• Must be available to work 9a-6p schedule including onsite, Tue/ Thu and on other occasions as needed
• Previous experience with ticketing systems and the leisure or entertainment industry is a plus

Additional Information

Entertainment Benefits Group offers outstanding employee benefits including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k Match
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Basic Life and AD&D (Company Paid)
• Additional Voluntary Benefits (additional life, legal, critical care, and more)
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• 3 Weeks of PTO + 5 Personal Days
• Paid Holiday Break from Christmas to New Year
• Paid Holidays
• Fitness Centers (location dependent)
• Annual Day of Giving
• Company Bonus Program
• Share in the FUN! EBG gives $1000 per year in Tickets-At-Work gift cardsto full-time employees to experience and enjoy the savings marketplace!

McFadyen Digital

Benefits
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Inclusive workplace with DEI committee. DEI is a part of our company’s DNA.
*Nursing Student Loan Debt Repayment and Tuition Assistance
 
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
 
Join our team as the Recreation Director where you will develop, implement and supervise Assisted Living Activities services with the goal of improving resident’s quality of life.
 
Position Highlights
*Report to Executive Director
*Plan individual and group programs in accordance with residents’ needs, preferences, interests, abilities, and consistent with treatment goals and interventions
*Lead, guide and direct recreation staff and volunteers
*Maintain required documentation; participate in budget planning
*Develop positive relationships with patient/resident’s family and the community
*Use community resources to create or enhance recreation programs

Genesis HealthCare is a leading provider of Assisted Living and a wide variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is delivered by bringing together people like you — passionate, highly skilled and motivated to make a difference.
 
Our mission: We improve the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality healthcare and everyday compassion.
 
*We Care Deeply about YOU! Guided by our Core Values, Code of Conduct and Ethics program, we foster a culture of care and compassion. We focus on improving the quality of care through creativity and innovation, honesty and integrity in all we do.
*We Develop YOU! We provide career ladders, education and training opportunities so you can build a long and successful career with Genesis.
*We Appreciate YOU! We value your contributions to the Genesis mission and vision and instill an environment of teamwork and enjoyment in working together. We recognize and celebrate our shared successes.
*We are Committed to YOU! We know you are the vital link between Genesis, our patients and residents! We inspire you to be your best self.
*We Protect YOU! We take great pride in meeting or exceeding CDC and CMS standards.
Genesis

About us

Reporting to: ECD

FutureDeluxe is a global creative studio with offices in London, New York, Los Angeles and Sydney. We combine design, technology and moving image to craft visual experiences for future facing brands. We are a diverse group of artists, directors, designers, creative technologists and administrative professionals who thrive in an environment based on experimentation, collaboration and innovation. From concept through to final delivery, we collaborate with brands to explore, imagine and define their future vision.

Why we think you’ll want this role

You’re passionate about visual storytelling and have a history of leading projects that include a high level of polish and complexity. You are a strategic thinker and are comfortable leveraging your communication skills to lead award winning work for our clients. You are an integral member of our client facing team, building loyal client relationships by identifying their needs and bringing their ideas to life.
 

The Opportunity

– Collaborate with our clients and project leadership team to generate inspiring, creative and strategic ideas that capture our clients’ business needs and transform them into elegantly designed solutions

– Contribute to production planning, pitch asset creation, capabilities presentations etc., providing your insights into resource planning and budgets to support realistic and creative solutions

– Lead pitches, pushing briefs beyond their original inception towards innovative new aesthetics

– Oversee creative teams across multiple productions from pitch to launch, acting as a creative sounding board as they lead the daily workflow

– Provide inspiration and insight, ensuring that high creative standards are maintained throughout the production process 

– Proactively collaborate to develop initiatives that foster community and connection among the team with the people team

– Mentor and grow our creative team, providing inspiring and empowering feedback that builds confidence and skills both on and off the box

– Act as a thought leader for the creative team, leading workshops and skill building sessions to develop the skills of the artists

– Pursue endless boundary-pushing opportunities, striving to acquire new skills related to software, animation, and design

– Infuse your work with your knowledge of current trends in areas including typography, fashion, architecture, and contemporary art

Come Prepared to Talk about:

– What motivates you to push boundaries and be a leader in this industry

– Your expert communication, presentation, and leadership skills

– Your experience creating and implementing processes into a production team

– Trending technologies, campaigns, and award-winning work in the global market’

– Your experiences and strategies for navigating clients through successful and difficult productions

Our Culture

We strive to create a space where people will be challenged and rewarded, where their voice will be heard and their impact felt. We look for team players who are truly invested in our vision and share our values.

Our Purpose – To Create The Future

The work we craft for our clients is always looking forward to what’s next – we never look back or repeat what’s been done before. We have a constant hunger to create new visual experiences that truly amaze, inspire and have never seen before. This means creating new visual techniques, new aesthetics and experimenting with the very latest technologies.

And this isn’t just about the work that we do for our clients. Everything we do is about creating the future – a better future for all the communities that we serve. It means breaking new ground and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in everything we do.

Our Values

Experiment. We are curious and driven by the new.

Collaboration. There are no single players.

Quality. Chase perfection.

People First. Killing it with kindness.

FutureDeluxe