Job Description Summary :
The role of a Producer is to work as part of a multidisciplinary film team and collaborate with all business units within Prose on Pixels to consistently deliver visually excellent work. You will be responsible for a variety of projects ranging from commercials to documentaries, brand films, livestreams, and animations that are fit for web, social and congress. You will understand the requirements of each project and be part of the team that devises the best route forward, paying particular attention to how to achieve a great creative, cost effective and efficient solution.
Technical knowledge and specialism
Devise production schedules to meet agreed delivery deadlines, act as a main point of contact for all parties throughout the project
Complete all necessary risk assessments, call sheets and production administration with the help of the Assistant Producer
Take responsibility for the quality control of assets, and cross-check them against briefs and guidelines before submitting for approval
Troubleshoot any problems that might occur during the completion of a job, informing Client Services or Creative as appropriate
Manage all internal or external providers, including, animators, voiceover artists, etc. Be able to make recommendations to the teams as to a suitable shortlist, based on understanding of the project and associated context
Work with external bodies and companies in relation to edit or animation and music rights organisation
Share ideas and possible solutions to client needs with Creative and Client Services leads by developing a strong understanding of key clients, their brands, products, people and services
Develop and maintain close and productive relationships
Ensure requests are dealt with promptly and that expectations are managed in terms of speed, delivery and quality of response
Attend client meetings in a consultative capacity throughout all phases of projects if required
Distinguish between a good and poor client brief and if necessary, ask the right questions to help formulate a clearer brief before it is accepted
Administration and financial management
Ensure a systematic and efficient job filing system is maintained
Provide initial cost estimates and accurately budget productions to maintain agreed levels of profitability
Monitor and reconcile profitability and ongoing costs throughout assigned projects
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Come well prepared to briefing meetings with Client Services, Creative Directors or Clients to develop a thorough understanding of the brief and how your contribution fits within this
Actively foster an atmosphere of positive working that allows creative and effective work to flourish
Understanding and working with the agency
Understand the roles and responsibilities of other agency departments and manage their involvement in projects appropriately
Ensure appropriate admin / briefing / scheduling procedures required by other agency departments are understood and adhered to at all times
Understand and contribute to the goals of Prose on Pixels
Industry knowledge and new learning
Ensure that you keep up to date with relevant industry advancements, and proactively share this internally and externally, as appropriate
Encourage and ensure your team take advantage of any relevant internal training opportunities
Proactively pursue self-development and training opportunities, assuming joint responsibility with your line manager for regular performance reviews
Actively develop and work towards the achievement of your personal objectives
Demonstrate a positive, professional, solutions orientated attitude at all times
Excellent written and oral communication
Manage multiple projects simultaneously throughout the lifecycle of a project
Ability to successfully manage day to day relationships
Budget management skills and a commercial outlook
Working effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
Proficient organisation of work and self
Excellent presentation skills
Positive and objective focused problem solving
Open minded and open to change
Willing to challenge and share opinions confidently in meetings
Flexible and adaptable in approach
Positive and professional at all times
Eager to expand skillset and experience
Passionate about the role you play in your agency
Demonstrates a creative flair for all output and able to offer creative solutions
Form strong relationships with colleagues across disciplines and levels
Solutions orientated approach
Proactively contribute to internal and external meetings
Take ownership and responsibility for work
Open to constructive feedback and direction
Demonstrate proficient strategic and creative awareness
Excellent level of drive and initiative
Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.