Associate Producer

Who We Are

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

What We Are Looking For

VML is seeking a highly organized and proactive Associate Producer to join our dynamic Production team. This role is crucial in supporting the execution of innovative and engaging content for our clients. You will work closely with Senior Producers, Account Managers, and creative teams, playing a key role in managing projects from concept to delivery. You will be a key point of contact, ensuring needs are translated into actionable goals for our internal and external resources.

What You'll Do

• Project Management: Manage social production needs from concept through final delivery, ensuring projects are on time, within budget, and meet the highest quality standards.
• Collaboration: Partner with agency teams (creative, account, strategy) to find innovative solutions and bring concepts to life.
• Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between the client and our internal production team, facilitating clear communication and efficient workflows.
• Timeline Management: Create, maintain, and proactively manage production timelines, identifying potential roadblocks and implementing solutions.
• Pre-Production Coordination: Ensure all pre-production meetings are effectively coordinated, with clear agendas and actionable outcomes.
• Feedback Communication: Effectively communicate feedback to editors and other creative resources, ensuring alignment with client expectations and brand guidelines.
• Delivery Assurance: Ensure all final delivery dates are met, with meticulous attention to detail and quality control.
• Social Workstreams: Manage and execute various social content workstreams, including baseline social content (cross-platform campaign work).
• Campaign Support: Provide support to Senior Producers on larger campaigns, assisting with various production tasks and administrative needs.
• Local Campaigns: Lead local campaigns and one-off requests (TV, radio, social), managing all aspects of production from concept to delivery.
  
  

Who You Are:

• A Problem Solver: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are adept at identifying and resolving challenges quickly and efficiently.
• Highly Organized: You possess exceptional organizational skills and are meticulous in your attention to detail.
• A Strong Communicator: You have excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills, enabling you to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• A Team Player: You are a collaborative and supportive team member, willing to go the extra mile to ensure project success.
• Adaptable: You are flexible and adaptable, able to quickly adjust to changing priorities and new technologies.
• Client-Focused: You are dedicated to providing exceptional client service and building strong, lasting relationships.
• Proactive: You anticipate potential issues and proactively develop solutions.
• Passionate: You are passionate about creative production and committed to delivering high-quality work.
  
  

What You'll Need:

• 1-3 years of experience in production within an advertising agency, production company, or related field.
• Proven experience managing social media content production.
• A strong understanding of the creative production process, from concept to delivery.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• A skilled, creative, confident presenter and negotiator.
  
  

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.

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$50,000-$90,000 USD

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 an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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