Senior Onsite Photography Producer — Chicago

Marks; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

401(k) plan

FSA/HSA

Job summary

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, is seeking a hands-on Producer in Chicago to manage all aspects of photography production on site, keep multiple teams aligned, and ensure client and supplier coordination.

You will schedule shoots, control the budget, book crews, plot shot counts, oversee post‑production retouching, and relentlessly plan for potential issues while maintaining a positive, collaborative studio culture.

Qualifications

• Creative mindset with a strong visual sensibility.
• Superior time management and organizational skills.
• Sharp attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong relationship-building with clients and crew.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Financial awareness to manage budgets and cost tracking.

Responsibilities

• Schedule the shoot and manage all production timelines.
• Run the budget, handle POs and vendor payments.
• Book the team for each role and coordinate crews.
• Plot the number of shots against a production timeline.
• Be the timekeeper, moving on when needed to stay on track.
• Preplan and book pre-pros; send templates to photographers.
• Collect data during shoots and secure client approvals.
• Create contact sheets and distribute assets to stakeholders.
• Ensure products arrive on set and anticipate problems.
• Maintain backup plans for potential issues.
• Compile a contacts list for the shoot and schedule reminders.
• Oversee color retouching tasks during or after shoots.
• Attend briefings with Account Manager and Design Director when photography is scoped.
• Communicate creative intent to ensure photographic alignment with the vision.
• Manage budgets and advise on potential adjustments as needed.
• Document workflows and create WO for tasks like templates and retouching.

Skills

Creative mindset

Time management

Organization

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Relationship building

Working under pressure

Clear thinking under pressure

Financial acumen

Team player

Positive attitude

Self-motivation

Sense of humor

Job description

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, is seeking a hands-on Producer in Chicago to manage all aspects of photography production on site, keep multiple teams aligned, and ensure client and supplier coordination.

You will schedule shoots, control the budget, book crews, plot shot counts, oversee post‑production retouching, and relentlessly plan for potential issues while maintaining a positive, collaborative studio culture.