Creative Services Project Manager

Hybrid 3-4 days per week in Kohler, WI required

In this role, the Producer will perform a specialized project management role and oversee multiple, large- and small-scale projects bringing creative visions to life. He / She will possess an understanding of video, stills, post-production and render content creation.

Key functions include creating estimates and timelines, coordinating resources and vendors, project budget accountability and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees and lead multiple production projects at once, from intake to delivery. Projects may include multiple mediums or facets including print, video, digital, social.

Accountable to project budget adherence and deadlines.

Lead liaison between ITC and Beacon studio for all CGI/Render projects

Perform quality assurance on all projects as necessary. Ensure brand standards are being met and group teams as needed to address any challenges.

Creates and tracks estimates and timelines. Oversees pre-production and production in totality, based on best practices, to complete our business partner’s objectives.

Coordinate’s studio resources, internal and external and provides logistical support, as needed for each project - including but not limited to crew, talent, product, set, location, props and production (and post-production as needed).

Coordinate’s studio pre-production meeting components including set completion, propping and product installation.

Serves as the primary project liaison between campaign, channel, creative and project management teams.

Facilitates clear, constructive, and on-going communication including schedule, project and budget updates.

Maintains roster of production resources including contractors, photographers, talent agencies, stylists, etc.

Maintains and updates production databases, calendars, and Workfront.

Coordinates travel arrangements for talent and crew. Prepares call sheets for set and location photography projects.

Negotiates model / talent fees, usage rights and associated costs, based on the business or project needs.

Completes and submits all talent, property and inventory releases for production. Secures / verifies permits as needed. Verifies usage and fees.

Key contact for legal and procurement to ensure all contracts and invoices adhere to policies.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Communications, film / video. Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an in-house producer, line producer, agency producer or comparable production experience.

Must be organized, skilled at simultaneous management of multiple projects, and understand all aspects of photo and video production and post-production. This includes a cursory understanding of the equipment, hardware and software needed.

Must be an exceptional communicator able to confidently explain estimates, production schedules and production specifics to internal business partners and external vendors.