Producer - 6-month Fixed Term Contract

Inspired Thinking Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holidays

Smart working

Family leave

Pension scheme

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Inspired Thinking Group is seeking a highly organised Producer to support a client brand from conception through to shoot, post-production and final asset approval over a six-month period.

You will manage briefs, budgets, schedules, and coordinate with agencies and freelancers to deliver high-quality creative assets on time. This role offers hybrid working with selective remote days.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to plan, cost, and coordinate shoots.
• Solid understanding of photography and videography production processes.
• Experience as a producer in an agency or production environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of photography and video productions from brief to final asset approval.
• Develop detailed production plans, schedules and budgets.
• Produce cost estimates, source suppliers, and manage production spend within budget.
• Coordinate pre-production: casting, crew booking, location sourcing, permits, call sheets, logistics, and shoot schedules.
• Build and manage relationships with agencies, freelancers, production partners and suppliers.
• Lead shoot-day operations to ensure on-time, high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with clients, account teams, creatives, photographers, directors and post-production teams.

Skills

End-to-end production

Budget management

Client liaison

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation

Job description

We are looking for a highly organised and skilled Producer supporting one of our amazing client brands with some critical campaign & project shoots from conception, planning, through to shoot, post-production & final asset approval.
As a Producer, you will play a crucial role in planning, quoting, and managing the delivery of photographic and video shoots during this six month period working with an array of agencies & freelancers as necessary to obtain the right skillset to deliver the right results.
You will be responsible for understanding client briefs, interpreting production requirements, managing budgets, and ensuring the smooth running of the production process from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of photography and video productions, from initial client brief through to final asset approval
• Interpret client requirements and develop detailed production plans, schedules, and budgets
• Produce accurate cost estimates, source suppliers, and manage production spend to ensure projects remain within budget
• Coordinate all aspects of pre-production, including casting, crew booking, location sourcing, permits, call sheets, logistics, and shoot schedules
• Build and manage relationships with external agencies, freelancers, production partners, and specialist suppliers
• Lead shoot-day operations, ensuring productions run smoothly, safely, on time, and to the highest creative standards
• Partner closely with clients, account teams, creatives, photographers, directors, and post-production teams throughout the production lifecycle
• Manage project timelines and proactively identify and resolve scheduling, resource, or budget risks
• Oversee post-production workflows, ensuring edits, retouching, colour grading, and final deliverables meet client expectations
• Ensure all deliverables are reviewed, approved, and delivered in line with agreed specifications and deadlines
• Negotiate rates and contracts with suppliers, talent, and production partners to maximise value and quality
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, providing regular project updates and managing expectations throughout delivery
• Support the implementation of production best practices, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure all shoots comply with health and safety, legal, licensing, and brand governance requirements
• Keep up to date with industry trends, production technologies, and emerging techniques to enhance production quality and efficiency

• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to plan, cost, and co-ordinate all services required to deliver shoots
• Deep understanding and appreciation of both photography and videography
• Prior experience with food advantageous
• Solid experience as an agency-type Producer in a production environment
• Ability to scope and plan projects within timescales and budget
• Good understanding of production techniques, including remote production and digital technologies
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships with clients, creative teams, and talent
• Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively
• Willingness to work irregular hours
• Existing relationships with production companies and talent at a local level

Perks at ITG — alongside a competitive salary, here's what you can look forward to:

• Time off that works for you — 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, a paid Wellbeing Day, flexible bank holidays to honour cultural or religious observances, and the option to buy or carry over up to 5 extra days.
• Flexibility & lifestyle — Smart Working with up to 40% from home, and after 12 months, the option to work from abroad for up to 90 days a year.
• Family & life milestones — Enhanced family friendly leave, 3 extra days for your wedding/honeymoon, and an Employee Assistance Programme whenever you need support.
• Financial perks — Pension scheme, Corporate Medical Cash Plan, electric car salary sacrifice scheme, and tax-efficient payroll giving to your favourite charities.
• Growth & recognition — Funding for professional qualifications, monthly Employee of the Month awards (£250 bonus), and referral bonuses of up to £1,500.
• Community & wellbeing — Regular Wellbeing Workshops, 30+ Wellbeing Champions, a paid Volunteer Day, and an online perks platform with discounts on top brands, days out, and gym memberships.

We Value Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organization, but the wider industry too.

At the end of the day, we make sure we take time to look after ourselves, each other, and the planet, because we’re always stronger together.

ITG have a number of community groups available to employees and exist to offer a safe space for like-minded colleagues, with shared interests to connect, socialise and check in with each other.