Senior Post Producer

WPP Production; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Production is seeking a Senior Post Producer to lead multiple post-production projects across edit, colour, VFX, motion and sound. You'll bridge hands-on production and leadership, manage budgets, timelines and client relationships while maintaining high creative standards.

You'll collaborate with global clients and internal teams, mentor junior producers, and explore AI-driven workflows to improve efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

• Strong post-production experience across broadcast, digital and social.
• Senior-level experience managing complex, high-end campaigns from brief to delivery.
• Strong understanding of the full post-production pipeline, including edit, colour, online, VFX and audio.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communicator, confident working with clients, agency partners and internal teams.
• Experience managing international clients and senior stakeholders across multiple markets.
• Calm, organised and solutions-focused, with the ability to stay composed under pressure.
• Collaborative team player who leads by example and supports the development of others.
• Passionate about craft, creativity, technology and innovation, with a strong eye for detail and efficiency.
• Genuine interest in technology brands and the wider tech landscape.
• Flexible and adaptable when project deadlines require occasional evening or weekend support. We value work-life balance and these instances are infrequent, with time off in lieu provided where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple post-production projects from brief to final delivery, managing timelines, budgets and workflows.
• Oversee offline, online, grade, VFX, motion graphics and audio, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Own production workflows, tracking progress, risks and budgets and keeping the Executive Producer informed.
• Proactively identify and resolve challenges, balancing creative, technical and commercial priorities.
• Manage global workflows across a centralised production hub and continuously improve ways of working.
• Explore and implement AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, quality and output.
• Act as a senior point of contact for clients and agency partners throughout production.
• Lead client calls, reviews and presentations, building trusted relationships and managing expectations.
• Collaborate closely with creatives, artists, technical teams and senior production leads to deliver high-quality work.
• Support and mentor junior and mid-level producers, sharing best practice and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Own the studio QC process, ensuring work meets brand, technical and delivery standards.
• Develop and implement robust QC workflows and best practices.
• Prepare budgets and estimates, maintaining accurate financial tracking and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Contribute to rate cards, templates and processes that strengthen production and commercial performance.

Skills

Post-production

Leadership

Client management

Job description

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 unitecutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counselin 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 4 days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Senior Post Producer do at WPP Production?

You’ll play a central role in delivering high-quality post-production projects across edit, grade, VFX, motion, and sound. As a Senior Post Producer you will bridge hands-on production and leadership, managing key projects, supporting producers, and maintaining strong relationships with clients, agencies, and creative partners. You’ll ensure projects run smoothly, budgets are met, and the creative standard remains high across everything that leaves the studio. You’ll be someone who thrives on collaboration, solves problems calmly under pressure, and takes pride in delivering work that looks, sounds, and feels exceptional. The ideal candidate will have experience working with a global technology brand or demonstrate a strong drive and ambition to contribute to a high-calibre account.

Responsibilities

Production

• Lead multiple post-production projects from brief to final delivery, managing timelines, budgets and workflows.


• Oversee offline, online, grade, VFX, motion graphics and audio, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.


• Own production workflows, tracking progress, risks and budgets and keeping the Executive Producer informed.


• Proactively identify and resolve challenges, balancing creative, technical and commercial priorities.


• Manage global workflows across a centralised production hub and continuously improve ways of working.


• Explore and implement AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, quality and output.

Clients & Collaboration

• Act as a senior point of contact for clients and agency partners throughout production.


• Lead client calls, reviews and presentations, building trusted relationships and managing expectations.


• Collaborate closely with creatives, artists, technical teams and senior production leads to deliver high-quality work.


• Support and mentor junior and mid-level producers, sharing best practice and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Quality & Commercial

• Own the studio QC process, ensuring work meets brand, technical and delivery standards.


• Develop and implement robust QC workflows and best practices.


• Prepare budgets and estimates, maintaining accurate financial tracking and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.


• Contribute to rate cards, templates and processes that strengthen production and commercial performance.

Requirements

• Strong post-production experience across broadcast, digital and social.


• Senior-level experience managing complex, high-end campaigns from brief to delivery.


• Strong understanding of the full post-production pipeline, including edit, colour, online, VFX and audio.


• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.


• Excellent communicator, confident working with clients, agency partners and internal teams.


• Experience managing international clients and senior stakeholders across multiple markets.


• Calm, organised and solutions-focused, with the ability to stay composed under pressure.


• Collaborative team player who leads by example and supports the development of others.


• Passionate about craft, creativity, technology and innovation, with a strong eye for detail and efficiency.


• Genuine interest in technology brands and the wider tech landscape.


• Flexible and adaptable when project deadlines require occasional evening or weekend support. We value work-life balance and these instances are infrequent, with time off in lieu provided where appropriate.

Why work here:

At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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