Producer

GSD&M•Austin, TX

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

At GSD&M, we’re on a mission to build First & Only brands, meaning the first to do it and the only ones who can. We’re able to do this because we set a high bar for ourselves and our work. We care about what we put out in the world. We’re humans who like other humans. Our ideas make a difference. Shift culture. Create a smile. Inspire change. Initiate belly laughs. Deepen our understanding of the world and ourselves. We grow. We learn. We get better. We do it all over again. Because that’s what it takes to build and be First & Only. At GSD&M, inclusion is our superpower. An inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are encouraged and empowered makes the work better, makes our agency better and ultimately makes the industry better. That’s why we’re proud to be recognized by the Advertising Federation’s Mosaic Awards year after year for our efforts in diversity, equity and inclusion. We consider ourselves lucky. Every day we wake up and get to build First & Only brands in an inclusive environment where everyone matters, all while enjoying generous benefits, plenty of time off, and opportunities for growth whether you’re just starting out or have been in the biz for a while. GSD&M is an equal opportunities employer and will never favor or discriminate against anyone based on their age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, gender identity, expression, or realignment. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please reach out to [email protected] for support.

Requirements

Three plus years production experience
Capable of interacting with clients, client-facing responsibilities on production
Experience managing the development of projects with external vendors
Basic knowledge of SAG, AICP, AICE guidelines
Overall knowledge of film and digital capabilities and nomenclature
Current knowledge of industry prices, trends, and vendor capabilities
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business and professional communications, technical procedures or governmental regulations
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Foster innovative solutions

Nice To Haves

People person with potential leadership/managerial skills
Personality traits: organized, creative, logical, perceptive, decisive, trustworthy
Team player and consensus builder
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Extremely organized, yet flexible
Problem solver with ability to multitask
Positive attitude under pressure
Outgoing and approachable
Proactive
Passionate, curious and knowledgeable about production

Responsibilities

Manage and execute simultaneous projects across all content platforms including television, radio, video, digital or social content.
Handle budgeting, scheduling, vendor management, technical specifications, and quality assurance.
Work on-site at live events, coordinating capturing and editing footage with a lean team.
Manage client-facing responsibilities during production.
Initiate and maintain communications with Account Leadership, Project Management, and Creative Teams.
Consult with Creative, Account, Research, and Business Affairs from inception of ideas through completion of production.
Plan and implement production of TV, radio, video, digital or social content upon client approval of storyboards, scenarios, or scripts.
Develop estimates and monitor budgets based on campaign deliverables/change orders.
Generate and adhere to production schedules.
Create specifications documents based on deliverable scope and definitions.
Determine resource requirements and engage third-party vendors as necessary.
Evaluate, solicit bids from, and negotiate with vendors.
Work directly with cost consultants throughout the process of production, meeting and adhering to established parameters.
Direct production workflow through pre-production meetings, casting, shooting, recording, editing, music, color correction, and final client approval.
Manage critical path milestones, evaluating risks and developing contingency plans.
QA ALL final deliverables prior to launch minimizing project risks.
Proactively communicate issues and resolutions to the team within the agency.
Carry out any additional and unforeseen duties as required, ensuring the project’s success.