Supervising Producer
Buzzfeed
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 3/2/2017 11:09:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Supervising Producer
BuzzFeed Branded Video is hiring a Supervising Producer to support the Head of Physical Production. This role will work strategically on pipelining and overseeing freelance talent at BuzzFeed.
This position is based in Los Angeles. We offer competitive compensation and a stock option package.
Responsibilities:
• Source, hire, and oversee outsourced production companies, freelance Line Producers, and Production Managers
• Oversee freelance budgets are on track
• Onboard new hires
• Provide and explain all documents necessary to produce BF project and ensure processes are being adhered to
• Ensure project timelines and milestones are being met
• Provide feedback to creative submissions per budget guidelines
• Work closely alongside production companies and freelance Line Producers to ensure productions are on time and on budget
• Provide guidance and oversee casting process
• Confirm freelance hires acquire necessary paperwork and follow proper protocol for working with animals and minors
• Consult with Legal department re potential third party licensing or watch-outs
• Provide and approve appropriate legal and payroll paperwork
• Provide timely and consistent communication between freelance hires, Head of Physical Production, Project Management team, Director, and Creative team
• Oversee and approve of final wrap paperwork with freelance team and Accounting dept
• Consult with Post Production team re any post elements to be included in shoot in advance of the shoot day(s)
• Create and update production docs as needed
• Research locations, businesses, specialty roles or companies, software, applications, etc.
• Source third party contributors and companies as needed - musicians, animators, artists, specialty post houses, stunts, etc.
• Create cash flow, approve, and process payment for ATL crew
• Set up general meetings with production companies, Line Producers, new vendors for future use
• Receive and mail back product
• Adhere to BuzzFeed policies and procedures without supervision
• Assist with non-shoot related tasks and assignments within Branded Video Department
Requirements:
• Extensive freelance, vendor, and specialty connections
• Exceptional ability to hire and oversee freelance ATL and BTL crew w professionalism and positive leadership
• Mastery in MovieMagic Budgeting, HotBudget, MovieMagic Scheduling, Google Docs, Word, Excel
• Very strong creative and budget problem solving
• Demonstrates expert communication skills; should be able to communicate effectively and professionally in writing and in person
• Very strong knowledge of legal and licensing guardrails and procedures
• Strong experience in regards to insurance workflow, safety protocol, and injury prevention
• Strong on-set presence as needed
• Able to communicate and direct Client on set as needed
About BuzzFeed
BuzzFeed is the leading independent digital media and tech company delivering news and entertainment content to a global audience. We have offices in 18 cities around the world and more than 1300 employees including reporters, video producers, data scientists, engineers, brand strategists, and more. We infuse hard work and fun though a culture of experimentation, teamwork, equality, humble confidence, and infusing hard work and fun. As an employee, you'll enjoy perks like office events, snacks, career development courses, and no work on your birthday! But most importantly, you'll work with inspiring colleagues to build tools and create content that helps connect people all over the world.