Senior Producer

Working at CYLNDR

CYLNDR Studios is known for modern content, powered by design. We believe that creativity is most powerful in the hands of thinkers and makers under one roof. Through the alchemy of design, production, content creation and influencer management, CYLNDR Studios transforms inspiration into tangible, effective solutions to build today's brands. We’re a Cheil Worldwide company and we have locations out of NYC, LA, Durham, NC and now Toronto, Canada.

The Position

We are looking to add a Senior Producer to our team. In this role you will be responsible for taking the lead with the core creative team on integrated productions and new business pitches from the initial agency briefing to the first delivery date and beyond. We’d like to see 5+ years experience in production.

Employment Benefits

Competitive salary

Health dental, and vision insurance package

Short term and long term disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) plan with matching

Flexible work schedule

Unlimited PTO

Holiday schedule plus summer & winter breaks

Semi-annual team parties

Weekly team social and / or skillshare sessions

Paid Volunteer Time

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage video, social, digital, print projects and activations that result in satisfied clients and project teams, and ensure the delivery of projects on time and on budget.

Deliver projects on time and within budget, and ensure the standard of quality of all production deliverables and services.

Put forward the best, most talented production partners for each job, including director, editor, music house etc. Line production experience is a plus.

Stay connected to fresh work in the marketplace via publications, online services and relationships with the top reps, casting directors, location scouts etc.

Prepare and update documentation including but not limited to schedules, budgets / estimates, change requests, and resource updates.

Act as a key point of contact to the Account Team throughout the project, representing the needs and communicating the status of the production team; Produce verbal and or written status reports for the Account team; daily / weekly

Collaborate with Design, Studio, Editors, and / or Developers, shepherding best practices throughout the project.

Seek new opportunities to incorporate AI into both internal and external production processes.

Generate, negotiate and manage all aspects of schedule and budget.

Oversee all operations and logistics for a project, from the pre-production phase through delivery of the completed work.

Manage multiple complicated productions simultaneously with minimal supervision.

Mentor and manage producers and coordinators, taking responsibility for their direct reports’ performance and growth.

Provide day-to-day coaching to junior members of the team with regular development conversations.

Spearhead and own the ideation of and follow through on internal initiatives (for example : equipment storage and checkout, production templates, internal processes, ways of working, etc.).

Ensure that clients are prepared to issue payment at the time of estimate approval according to the specs of the job.

Coordinate and supervise all internal and client approvals.

Spearhead network clearance process, working with outside legal, account management and business affairs.

Work directly with the Business Manager on billing and budget reconciliation.

Possess basic knowledge of guidelines for SAG-AFTRA productions and non-union productions.

Book all production-related travel for the core team.

Approve and manage all expenses related to assigned jobs, including vendor invoices and agency travel expenses.

Deliver and file final as‑produced scripts, completion reports, high and low resolution files and any and all production‑related materials and deliverables to the right parties.

Own any other duties / responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

What You Need To Be Successful

Has produced work inside an advertising agency environment (or comparable integrated production company interfacing with agencies), navigating briefs, scopes, vendor bids, and client approvals, required.

Business expertise with an ability to balance financial responsibilities while managing and catering to clients.

Thorough understanding of production pipelines and postproduction.

Strong scheduling, tracking and resource management skills.

Articulate communication skills both written and verbal.

Collaborative and creative problem solver.

High level of initiative.

Experience leading teams.

Ability to travel.

Professional Skills & Knowledge

Ability to be detail‑oriented, adept at multitasking, and a self‑starter.

Remains calm during stressful situations while managing urgent deadlines, organizing and multi‑tasking a variety of details in ever‑changing situations.

Demonstrated ability in diplomacy and problem‑solving.

Proficient with Google Suite and project management and finance management systems preferred.

Strong competency with video shooting.

Health / Pharmaceutical Production experience a bonus.

Salary Range

Our estimated range for this role is $120K-150K. Compensation packages are based on the skill level and experience each candidate brings to their role. We pride ourselves on competitive salaries, and ensuring pay equity exists across our organization. Our promotions are not limited to a specific time per year. Promotions are tied to performance.

Right To Work In The US

You must be authorized to work in the US for any employer. At this time, we are not sponsoring or providing assistance with obtaining work authorization.

CYLNDR Studios is a place where everyone can grow. Studies have shown that marginalized communities such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. However you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day.

Hybrid Schedule

We are in the office Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday on a hybrid schedule.

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