Executive Post Producer
About The Position
About WPP Production We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world. About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. A Hybrid working model We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
Requirements
- Expert knowledge of post-production processes along with an understanding of video production.
- Expert knowledge of post-production tools, tech, and project management software.
- Familiarity with project management and scheduling software.
- Strong understanding of current industry software and awareness of new trends.
- A broad rolodex of freelance resources.
- 8+ years of Post-Production experience, ideally within the Creative or Ad Agency space.
Nice To Haves
- You know the value of "managing the people first, then the project." At the end of a long day, your staff, co-workers, and clients look forward to coming back to do it all over again.
- You're self-driven and take ownership of your work. You're enthusiastic and embrace change.
- Exemplary people skills — you know how to "read the room" and manage to it.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full life cycle of projects, including estimates, scheduling, maintaining timelines, delivery, and wrap-up.
- Lead and manage all media production and post-production, including short- and long-form content, animation, graphics, field and studio shoots, OLV, broadcast, and social/digital content.
- Ensure the highest creative standards and production quality across all projects, never sacrificing craft.
- Partner with primary producers, project managers, and client teams to define project scopes, align on Statements of Work (SOWs), and ensure all deadlines and budgets are met.
- Manage and adjust production strategies as needed, proactively identifying issues and providing strategic solutions with an unflappable, calm, positive attitude in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborate with the Managing Director on project needs, talent sourcing, opportunities, and sales strategies.
- Oversee all video production and post-production workstreams, ensuring alignment across teams and optimizing workflows; communicate production processes and best practices to the team while continually seeking efficiencies.
- Recruit, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with external production and creative partners, artists, vendors, and contract talent, leveraging strong negotiation skills.
- Craft and manage RFPs for external vendors and contractors, overseeing selection and ongoing relationships.
- Act as a highly communicative and motivational leader, fostering team growth while maintaining a positive, calm approach.
- Work collaboratively with senior leadership to shape a strategic vision for growth, helping expand a global brand in a global market.
- Stay current on production trends, new technology, and distribution platforms, including AI.
Benefits
- We offer a competitive benefits package, go to https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wellbeing/benefits-at-wpp-in-the-us for more details.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
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