Producer – Thinkingbox Job at Thinkingbox in Chicago

Who We Are
Hi! We’re Thinkingbox, the brief to built agency. Creating innovative digital, experiential, social, and content, we partner with leading brands across industries like sports, gaming, entertainment, and technology. We believe the hands that carefully craft the work should belong to the minds that dreamed it. So while others pass the buck, we’re already building. Because our thinkers are also the makers. Culture is at the heart of who we are, and our offices are hubs of natural collaboration. From hanging out with our office dogs to enjoying Thursday happy hours, we keep our work environment vibrant, welcoming, and fun. Each year, we also encourage our people to spend a month exploring the world, whether that means working from another office or even from the beaches of Mexico, to expand their perspectives and bring fresh inspiration back to the team.

The Opportunity
We are looking for a Producer to join our team who brings strong live action and line producing experience. You are someone who genuinely loves the craft of production and thrives in bringing creative ideas to life from pre-production through post. You are comfortable being hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and proactive in managing both the big picture and the finer details.

You will partner closely with Executive Producers, creatives, and cross‑functional teams, reporting to the Director of Production, to execute high‑quality work across a range of projects. You understand how to balance creative ambition with practical execution and are confident navigating the realities of production.

What You’ll Be Doing

Manage and lead projects from pre‑production through delivery, with a strong focus on live action workflows

Own line producing responsibilities including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation

Collaborate with directors, creatives, and production teams to bring concepts to life

Oversee shoots and ensure smooth execution on set

Manage timelines, track deliverables, and ensure projects stay on schedule and on budget

Coordinate internal teams and external vendors across all phases of production

Support post‑production workflows including editing, color, and finishing when needed

Communicate clearly with stakeholders and provide regular project updates

Problem solve proactively and adapt quickly in fast‑paced environments

What You’ll Bring

3‑5 years of experience in live action production

Strong background in line producing, including budgets and schedules

Mid‑level experience managing projects and working with cross‑functional teams

A passion for the craft and a hands‑on, solutions‑oriented mindset

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Experience with post‑production workflows (editing, color, design) is a plus

A collaborative attitude and ability to thrive in a team environment

Strong attention to detail and ability to see projects through from start to finish

Bonus Points!

Post‑production experience (design, coloring, editing)

Additional Info

Monday – Thursday in office (Fridays are remote optional)

Flexible time off, including paid vacation and sick days

Consistent culture and team‑building events

Employee recognition and incentive programs

Seasonal celebrations and gatherings throughout the year

Office lunches

Branded company swag

Access to industry events, learning opportunities, and non‑profit outreaches

Unlimited coffee, drinks, and snacks

Flex work and travel options

Comprehensive extended health benefits

401k matching

Equal Opportunity
At Thinkingbox, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity is our creative strength – it’s the range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that fuels our best ideas and most innovative solutions. We welcome and encourage applicants of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and backgrounds to apply. Your voice matters here.

To Apply
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please submit your resume along with links to your online portfolio as part of your application (if applicable). Due to the volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to respond to every submission. However, all applications are kept in our talent database and will be considered for future opportunities.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as internal equity, candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

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In Summary: Thinkingbox is looking for a Producer to join our team who brings strong live action and line producing experience . You are someone who genuinely loves the craft of production and thrives in bringing creative ideas to life from pre‑production through post . You understand how to balance creative ambition with practical execution and are confident navigating the realities of production .

En Español: Somos Thinkingbox, la breve agencia para construir. Creando innovadores perros de oficina digitales, experienciales, sociales y contenidos, nos asociamos con marcas líderes en industrias como deportes, juegos, entretenimiento y tecnología. Creemos que las manos que elaboran cuidadosamente el trabajo deben pertenecer a las mentes que lo soñaron. Así que mientras otros pasan el dinero, ya estamos construyendo. Porque nuestros pensadores también son los creadores. La cultura es el corazón de quienes somos, y nuestras oficinas son centros de colaboración natural. Desde pasar tiempo con nuestros perros del despacho hasta disfrutar de horas felices el jueves, mantenemos nuestro ambiente de trabajo vibrante, acogedor y divertido. Cada año, alentamos a nuestra gente a dedicar un mes a explorar el mundo cómodo, lo que significa abrirse una nueva línea desde otras oficinas o las playas de México, acercar sus nuevas perspectivas de trabajo a la producción. Usted entiende cómo equilibrar la ambición creativa con la ejecución práctica y está seguro de navegar en las realidades de producción. Lo que va a hacer Gestionar y dirigir proyectos desde preproducción hasta entrega, con un fuerte enfoque en flujos de trabajo de acción en vivo Responsabilidades de producción propia incluyendo presupuestación, programación y asignación de recursos Colaborar con directores, creativos y equipos de producción para dar vida a los conceptos Supervisar shoots y garantizar una ejecución sin problemas Manejar horarios establecidos, realizar entregas inclusivas e asegurar que los proyectos se mantengan dentro del calendario y el presupuesto Coordinar equipos internos y proveedores a través de todas las fases de producción Acceso al flujo de trabajo post-producción incluida edición, color y finalización El jueves cuando sea necesario Proporcionar oportunidades de intercambio entre partes interesadas y actualizaciones regulares del proyecto Encuentrarse rápidamente y adaptarse rápidamente en lo que usted piensa Los centros de concientización Comprehensivos y llevar 3 años de experiencia en tiempo completo en la fabricación de productos y servicios de mano a mano Otras experiencias (construcción y desarrollo) Creemos que la diversidad es nuestra fortaleza creativa Es el rango de perspectivas, experiencias y antecedentes que alimenta nuestras mejores ideas y soluciones más innovadoras. Damos la bienvenida y alentamos a los solicitantes de todas las razas, etnias, géneros, identidades, habilidades, edades, orientaciones sexuales y orígenes para aplicar. Su voz importa aquí. Para solicitar Gracias por su interés en unirse a nuestro equipo. Por favor envíe su currículum junto con enlaces a su cartera online como parte de su solicitud (si corresponde). Debido al volumen de solicitudes que recibimos, no podemos responder a cada presentación. Sin embargo, todas las solicitudes se guardan en nuestra base de datos de talentos y serán consideradas para oportunidades futuras. Podemos usar herramientas de inteligencia artificial para apoyar partes del proceso de contratación, tales como revisar aplicaciones, analizar nuevas competencias o respuestas finales.