Associate Producer Job at Mccann Erickson SA in New York

Associate Producer

Reporting into: SVP Production Director of Executing Producer

Location: New York, NY

Your Role:

An Associate Producer at McCann New York is passionate about creative and finding ways to make great work! Our Associate Producers liaise between account and creative teams and our production partners, and they are multi-taskers who produce creative across all platforms under supervision.

As an Associate Producer, you will learn to leverage your understanding of production to guide teams and clients through a project lifecycle. Strong communication skills are essential to drive decisions and next steps.

What You Do:

1. Work directly with account and creative teams to understand business objectives and strategies for production deliverables (including Test Productions, TV/OLV, Audio, and Still Content).
2. Plan production processes, managing deliverables, budgets, schedules, and talent contracts from pre-production to delivery.
3. Engage and select production partners, bid vendors, negotiate rates, and work with Business Affairs.
4. Research emerging trends and technology for innovative production solutions.
5. Manage third-party vendors or offshore partners as needed.
6. Maintain communication with creative, account management, and project management teams for smooth workflow.
7. Produce various forms of content, especially video, from conception to completion with supervision.
8. Use knowledge of talent/union regulations to ensure compliance.

What You Bring:

• 1-3 years agency production experience or similar with a passion to learn.
• Creative mindset with a love of production.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organization, communication, and time management skills.
• Developing proficiency in production processes from concept to delivery.
• Effective negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Team player capable of working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Willingness to work off hours as required.
• Ability to travel less than 10% annually.

McCann New York values contributions beyond this description; the job description outlines primary responsibilities, qualifications, and scope, but is not restrictive.

Location:

Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the New York Tristate area. McCann New York operates on a hybrid model with three days in-office per week.

Salary Range:

$50,000 - $60,000 + overtime, depending on experience, market considerations, and other factors.

Our Values:

• Bravery: Embrace innovation, take thoughtful risks, and propose bold ideas.
• Integrity: Be honest, transparent, and accountable.
• Generosity: Foster a collaborative, inclusive environment with kindness and support.

Benefits:

• Competitive insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays
• Learning platform access
• 401k with 6% employer match
• Maternity, Adoption, Parental Leave (12-16 weeks)
• Wellness resources, including Headspace

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment, believing that varied perspectives foster creativity and societal impact. We promote our philosophy of Conscious Inclusion to empower all team members and positively influence society.

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