Producer
Manchester, ENG, GB, M4 4HD
With more than 150 years of industry-leading experience, the businesses of SGS & Co and SGK are uniting to form SGX—a powerful force in innovative packaging production. Building on the legacy of trusted service since 1947 and 1953, SGX will deliver the full suite of packaging graphics, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services to brand owners, retailers, and printers—all with a focus on reducing complexity, delivering flawless in-market execution, and leveraging global reach to drive consistency and impact at scale.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Producer ensures seamless and timely execution of projects and programs from inception to completion, particularly as they relate to staffing and capacity. This role provides strategic operational support for new initiatives and special projects including but not limited to capacity, planning, scheduling, staffing and training to deliver executional excellence across all phases of the project.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Acts as direct point of contact for all Account requests.
• Manages projects against set budgets and estimates prepared by Account Director.
• Develops deep understanding of client processes and platform needs related to business needs and business knowledge.
• Applies effective communication and problem-solving skills to guide and assist the various cross functional groups on issues related to the design, development, and deployment of our capabilities.
• Coordinates file management and ensures on-time delivery for clients to meet project deadlines.
• Executes the photo pre-production process.
• Provides support to Photo Agents, Artists, and Client to ensure that all parties are communicating clearly, production needs are met, and artist’s vision is properly executed while achieving the client’s objectives.
• Creates job estimates, advances, call sheets, production materials and final billing.
• Manages shoot budgets, communication and schedules including post production.
• Negotiates and books crew, location and studio, equipment, catering, travel, and coordinates other project needs related specifically to the project.
• Maintains photographer calendars such as shoots and meetings.
• Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s Degree in Photography, Design, Marketing or related field
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred
• 6+ years of production experience
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritising, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organisation, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
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The businesses of SGS & Co and SGK have united to form Propelis, a go-to-market ecosystem that enables marketers to move their brands forward with greater speed, clarity, and confidence. Our broad range of integrated solutions include brand creative, packaging, print solutions, branded environments, and content production. Services are delivered through our family of brands: SGX, Marks, Equator, Collide, and 5Flow. With a combined legacy spanning more than 150 years, Propelis commences operations with 10,000 employees in 30+ countries, nearly $1 billion in annual sales, and a diverse client base of over 2,000 leading companies.