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Executive Producer
Universal Music Group
New York, NY, United States
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Description
We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
Def Jam Recordings is seeking an Executive Producer for the Brand Strategy & Content department. The executive producer is responsible for the oversight of video projects and management of the video production team. This includes managing day-to-day video production requests and workflow, commissioning work from production companies, training new producers, managing budgets, handling cross-brand initiatives, acting as liaison to cross-functional departments, and delivering high-quality video content at a variety of price points.
Job Functions:
• Oversee video production of brand/artist events and video projects.
• Conceive create video projects.
• Maintain and distribute production calendars and enforce deadlines.
• Develop and lead video projects; one-offs and series.
• Act as lead producer/director on video shoots.
• Conduct employee production training (new/existing)
• Liaise with other departments such as Finance, A&R, Publicity on behalf of the video team.
• Manage project budgets.
Job Requirements:
Skills/Abilities:
• Ability to manage large video projects on tight deadlines.
• Can interface with executives, talent managers, and production companies.
• Advanced knowledge of video budgets, Excel or equivalent financial software.
• Expertise in production schedules, script writing, and video best practices.
• Multitasker who can complete projects with concurrent timelines.
• Ability to lead and direct creative projects on- and off-set.
• Highly creative and collaborative big-picture thinker with excellent communication and managerial skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe creative suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects).
• Experience with on-site shooting (lighting, audio, camera operation).
• Working knowledge of linear editing software (Adobe Premier, Final Cut Pro).
• Knowledge of video formats/codecs.
• Knowledge of content marketing strategies and best practices for social media platforms.
Experience:
• At least 5 years of experience, fulltime or freelance, working in creative video production.
• At least 4 years of experience managing a video team of 5 or more employees.
• At least 3 years of experience budgeting video projects.
• Worked as a supervising producer or director on 4 or more projects with a budget exceeding $100,000.
• Has successfully directed celebrities and produced talent-lead initiatives.
• Portfolio that confirms skills and experience.
Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer
This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.