McCann Manchester Limited is hiring: Associate Producer in New York

ID 5656

Job Description

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 not only liaise between account and creative teams and our production partners, but they are also multi-taskers who produce creative across all platforms under the supervision of more senior staff.

As an Associate Producer at McCann New York, you will be learning to leverage your understanding of production, to guide teams and clients through a project lifecycle. This role requires an ability to communicate strongly and effectively to drive decisions and next steps.

What You Do:

•Learn to work directly with account and creative teams to understand the overall business objectives and strategies for production deliverables. (including but not limited to: Test Productions, TV/OLV, Audio, and Still Content)

•Learn to Plan production processes, including but not limited to managing deliverables, budgets, schedules, talent contracts, from pre-production through to delivery.

•Learn to engage and select production partners, triple bidding vendors as required, negotiating competitive rates, working closely with your Business Affairs partners.

•Research emerging trends and technology to implement innovative production solutions.

•Manage third party vendors or offshore partners as necessary in the delivery of projects.

•Maintain communication with creative, account management, and project management to ensure smooth workflow.

•Produce (with Supervision) various forms of content from conception to completion with a strong focus on video.

•Learn about and 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.

•Possess a creative mind with a love of all things production.

•Strong problem-solving skills

•Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

•Detail oriented with excellent organization, communication and time management skills.

•Solid and developing proficiency of production processes from creative concepts through to delivery

•Effective negotiation and conflict management skills

•Ability to work independently and efficiently.

•A team player who understands how to work effectively in a fast paced, evolving organization.

•Willingness to work off hours as required as per production schedules.

•Ability to travel less than 10% throughout the year

At McCann New York, each team member plays a significant role in our success. We recognize that our team members' contributions may extend beyond this job description. The job description is designed to outline primary responsibilities, qualifications, and role scope. It does not restrict team members or the organization to only those specified duties.

Location:

McCann New York team members must reside in or be willing to relocate to the New York Tristate area unless otherwise agreed upon by their manager and McCann New York’s Human Resources team. McCann New York is a hybrid workplace with three days in-office per week.

Salary Range:

Salary range: $50,000 - $60,000 + overtime. Salary ranges depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; the associated discipline market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

How We Uphold McCann Values:

•Bravery: We embrace innovation and take thoughtful risks to drive bold ideas forward.

We approach challenges with courage, resilience, and an openness to new ideas. We encourage respectfully pushing boundaries, thinking outside the box, and proposing bold, innovative solutions, even if they come with some risk. Being brave also means standing up for what we believe in, respectfully challenging the status quo when necessary, and speaking up for others.

•Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and hold ourselves accountable in all that we do.

We consistently follow through on commitments, speak up when something feels off, and communicate openly, even when it’s challenging. We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, are willing to admit mistakes, and are always aiming to do the right thing. By exemplifying integrity, we build trust within our teams and with our Clients, laying a foundation of reliability and respect across all our interactions.

•Generosity: We create a collaborative, inclusive environment by supporting, celebrating, and uplifting each other with kindness, compassion, and empathy.

We go above and beyond for others, showing kindness and giving time and resources to help our colleagues succeed. This includes sharing knowledge, mentoring, and being a resource for others, as well as celebrating others’ accomplishments and contributions. We believe in creating a collaborative and supportive environment where we lift each other up. Generosity also means being inclusive, welcoming diverse perspectives, and showing empathy for others’ experiences and challenges.

How We Care for McCanners:

•Competitive insurance coverage, inclusive of medical, dental, and vision

•Time Well Taken: paid time off to take personal/vacation time off away from work as you deem consistent with your duties, the Company’s needs and its obligations

•80 hours of Paid Sick Time per calendar year

•21 paid Company Holidays

•Access to Spark, a learning and skill platform for your growth and development

•401k Retirement with 6% employer matching

•Maternity, Adoption and Parental Leave ranging from 12 to 16 weeks

•Wellness resources, including free access to Headspace

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

The strength of our creative capability and innovative thinking has led to some of the world's most celebrated, effective, game-changing work for top brands. Maximizing that strength means bringing together an extensive mix of socially, culturally, and cognitively diverse talent — and creating conditions where they feel empowered to boldly share the fullest expression of their unique worldview. We fiercely believe in the power of creativity and innovation to positively influence society and inspire greater equity and inclusion within the communities we serve. So, every day we deliberately and intentionally choose to embody our global philosophy of Conscious Inclusion and, in turn, fuel our mission to help brands earn a meaningful role in people's lives.

McCann helps brands build the most meaningful brand platforms that drive exponential growth and leave a lasting impact on culture. Founded 100+ years ago with their own platform, “Truth Well Told”, McCann is the world’s leading advertising agency network, creating some of the most creatively and commercially impactful advertising globally. McCann is the founding unit of McCann Worldgroup marketing services company, part of the Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG).