We are looking for an experienced, proactive and organized Creative Producer to manage the pre-production and the production of Hedley & Bennett’s major photo/video campaigns in 2023. This role involves two sides — Creative: Taking big idea creative direction/key shots and bringing it to life with more specific moodboards, models, the right on-brand vendors (production design , food styling, model casting, styling – props, wardrobe etc.) Logistical: Managing a budget, schedules, vendors, contracts, and run of show day of shoot — partnering closely with the Content & Creative Strategy Director and other creative stakeholders, and working with various cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth and timely execution of the shoot day.
This is a contract role, assigned per campaign. Billed hourly, by half-day/day rate, or project rate, negotiated based on experience.
A snapshot of an assigned project:
- Pre-Production
- Manage communication, timelines, budgets, check-ins/meetings associated with shoot.
- Work closely with the Content Director and cross-functional stakeholders to develop a creative shoot plan, specific moodboards, styling, production design and comprehensive shot list.
- Manage the sourcing and hiring of vendors including photographers, production designers, stylists, models, HMU, locations, catering etc. as needed.
- Manage contracts and talent releases
- Create a shot list and run of show plan for day of shoot, including detailed flow of shots per minute.
- Coordinate and send call sheets.
- Production
- Oversee day of shoot, ensuring all necessary elements are going according to plan, including shotlist verification.
- Assist in on set styling, from propping to food to wardrobe. Prep models, ensuring a steady flow of right people/products to set.
- Oversee timeline, communication, shot list integrity, studio, crew, talent, catering and talent.
- Ensure selects are made throughout day by creative stakeholders and that they are ready to be passed to Content Director for post-production when day is wrapped.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Los Angeles based
- 3-5 years managing medium-large shoots, either internally or freelance
- Photo and video production background, deep familiarity with production for digital/social media platforms.
- Familiarity with developing shotlists specific to website, email, social and ads.
- Has a roster of A-player photographers, production designers, stylists, talent agencies, and other vendors — knows how to create a stellar production team with them.
- Can take a budget and run with it, negotiating where needed.
- Demonstrated organizational and project management skills a must, with strong attention to detail and a knack for follow through
- Able to anticipate needs and adapt to situations as they arise
- Proficient in Google Suite
- Must be a team player with strong analytical and negotiation skills
- A creative aptitude & appreciation with a strong grasp of the Hedley & Bennett brand. Interest/experience in cooking and the food space a huge plus.
Please include a portfolio with Resume, highlighting photoshoot/video projects.
Hedley & Bennett
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