Producer

BarkleyOKRP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BarkleyOKRP in Chicago is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Producer to lead production across video, audio, photography, social, experiential and activation projects.

You will collaborate with Creative and Client Experience teams, develop production roadmaps, source partners, negotiate costs and manage budgets to meet client objectives. Strong communication and SAG/AFTRA knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience producing across video, audio, photography, social, experiential and activation projects.
• Ability to develop production roadmaps with milestones.
• Knowledge of SAG/AFTRA basics and rights clearance.
• Strong budgeting and scheduling capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead production for multi-channel campaigns within budget.
• Develop production roadmaps and milestones.
• Source and manage production partners.
• Develop comprehensive estimates and manage budgets.
• Coordinate contracts and SOWs with internal teams.
• Research and pre-screen production resources and rights.

Skills

Independent work

Prioritization

Hands-on producer

Budgeting

Scheduling

Project management

Communication

Travel

Job description

Are you a natural problem solver and have a love of elevating ideas?We are looking for a candidate that is super creative and detail-oriented.The Producer will lead projects for video, audio, photography, social, experiential and activation.If you thrive in a creative environment and have excellent communication skills, we'd love to talk to you.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Creative andClientExperienceTeamstodeterminethe best possible approach to bringcreative tolife.Has a solid understanding of production processes and is able to provide innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment with the support and mentorship of an Executive Producer.
• Engages early and often in the development of creative to provide ongoing feedback and input. Weighs in on feasibility while continually assessing how best toleveragethe creative opportunity.
• Supports,protectsand advances the idea, ensuring the best possible execution of the creative at every step.
• Develops a road map for production, laying outoptimaltiming and milestones with Project Management andClient ExperienceTeams.
• Works closely with Creative Teams to source, review and select the best production partners for a project - keeping an eye on scale to make sure the approach isappropriate forthe projectobjectivesand budget.
• Assembles resources and negotiatescostto achieve client budgetobjectives.
• Coordinates and supervises production partners throughout the process.
• Develops comprehensive estimates with a thorough understanding of all moving parts.
• Closely managesthe project budget to keep costs in line.
• Initiates production contracts and Statement of Work for partners andfacilitatestheir execution withinternalLegal Team.
• On-going research and pre-screening of production partners including Directors, Production Companies, Music, Sound Design, Editorial, Motion Graphics, Animation, Experiential and other resources as needed.
• Has a basic understanding of SAG/AFTRA guidelines for production.
• Works closely with Business Affairs and Executive Producer to ensure the Agency is in compliance with the SAG/AFTRA contract at all times.
• Works with Business Affairs and outside resources to negotiate and secure rights and clearances for work as needed

Qualifications:

• Ability tooperate withindependently and/or with support from Executive Producer.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Ability to be a hands-on producer asrequired.
• Ability toeffectively and efficiently create budgets and schedules.
• Ability to manage/supervise multiple projects within budget and ensure related timeline completion.
• Ability to provide clear and concise direction to agency partners within Barkley and with clients
• Ability totravel toas required by the production.
• Experience in generating production plans and schedules.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

BarkleyOKRP’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging

• At BarkleyOKRP, DEI+B drives work that matters. We believe people and creativity are made of the same substance, and when every perspective is valued, the impact is stronger. We build belonging as a business strategy, power inclusive creativity that delivers measurable results, and hold ourselves accountable as a B Corp committed to progress over performative intent. When people are valued, the work carries greater impact.

As set forth in BarkleyOKRP’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.