Associate Producer

Company description

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Arc is the lead shopper and retail agency within Publicis Groupe. In an era of unprecedented disruption, where the customers you seek actively resist brands like never before, everything we do is in service of making client brands irresistible. We call it Irresistible Commerce. And it starts by employing insights and data to uncover what’s standing in the way of growth. Then we deploy irresistible creative solutions to build connected shopping experiences that are personal, valuable and delightful for your customers. The results simultaneously drive brand sales and love. Helping us become WARC’s #1 Specialty Retail Agency with groundbreaking work recognized by Adweek, ANA Reggie Awards and Effies.

Overview

The Producer is responsible for translating creative ideas into project plans and deliverables across their specific discipline(s) of expertise. In addition to fundamental producer skills (listed below), Production at Arc requires solid critical thinking and analytical skills, the ability to work independently, as well as a passion for guiding creative ideas from brief through project launch. The ideal candidate for this position will have ambitions of work that pushes creative and technological limits and experience in delivering a variety of integrated projects completed on time, within budget and to Arc’s ‘irresistible commerce’ creative standards.Assist production department in delivering excellence across all aspects of production including scoping and ballparking creative concepts, building detailed project schedules, managing project scope, researching and securing production resources, quality controlling all deliverables, maintaining project documentation and communication with holistic project teamsResponsible for ‘managing up’ to appropriate Senior Producer, Production Supervisor, or Executive Producer and proactively seeking support / guidance when neededResponsible for learning basics of integrated production terminology and processes (ie : color profiles, resolution, file specifications) across a variety of mediumsAble to research, identify, select, and negotiate with production suppliers (within The Pub or external) based on the scope, budget, and timeline of project and which partner is best suited to execute the creative visionCommunicates proactively with Creative, Business Leadership, Production Ops and Media partners on all aspects of the production including milestones, deliverables, and due dates to keep the production process flowing smoothlyPartners with more seasoned producers to understand, interpret, and articulate licensing verbiage for a wide array of mediums (photography, illustration, stock, music, talent, videography) and usage implications to the full teamResponsible for building critical relationships and maintaining the agency’s reputation and standard of excellence with the external production industryDirectly reports to a specific Senior Producer, Production Supervisor, or Executive Producer, but functions as a part of the collective Pool Model of producers, available and able to work on any account across the agency depending on skills, need, talent fit and client assignment

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred0-2 years in production at an agency, production company or similar environmentEffective negotiation and positive-minded problem-solving skills requiredAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced creative environmentAbility to collaborate with internal co-workers and external clients and vendors at a variety of levels and across functionsA demonstrated track record of gaining trust and respect by consistently demonstrating sound critical-thinking skills and maintaining composure in stressful situationsExceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of employeesHighly organized with a keen sense of attention to detailExceptional initiative and follow-through skillsAfter-hours work and overnight traveling to shoots and post sessions requiredCompetenciesApproaches each assignment with curiosity, open-mindedness, and forward-thinkingWorks to pursue the best creative ideas and creates an environment supportive of the best creativeWorks seamlessly across agency functions and with partner agenciesShares information, ideas, and opinions in a way that contributes to solutionsCollaborative team member that actively seeks out and tries to understand the opinions of othersEffectively communicates, informs and involves others to achieve shared objectiveManages conflict in a way that moves the team forwardPassionate about ideas, brands, the agency, and our clients’ businessIdentifies high-potential creative ideas and fights for themActs in accordance with a set of world-class professionals and personal standardsDemonstrates a strong work ethic that is determined, tenacious and tireless; a bias for action; and extraordinary dedication to resultsConsistently delivers projects and commitments on deadlineIs nimble and recognizes the need to adjust style in different situations and settingsThinks through problems by quickly narrowing in on core issues and identifying innovative and effective solutions

Additional information

The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include : Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or moreMonetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and FertilityMonetary assistance and support for pet adoptionEmployee Assistance Programs and Health / Wellness / Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work / life balanceTuition AssistancePaid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and moreMatching Gifts programsFlexible working arrangements‘Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliancesArc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Compensation Range : $53,200.00- $70,560.00 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

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Salary : $53,200 - $70,560