Job Description
BuzzFeed
BuzzFeed is the world's leading tech-powered, diversified media company that reaches hundreds of millions of people globally through its cross-platform news and entertainment network. The company produces articles, lists, quizzes, videos, and original series; lifestyle content through brands including Tasty, the world's largest social food network; original reporting and investigative journalism through BuzzFeed News and HuffPost; an industry-leading affiliate business, strategic partnerships, licensing and product development through BuzzFeed Commerce; and original productions across broadcast, cable, SVOD, film and digital platforms for BuzzFeed Studios.
The Role
BuzzFeed Video is searching for a Branded Supervising Producer to bring organizational skills and inspiring leadership to our production team. We are looking for an experienced and passionate self-starter that can work with all departments within Branded Video.
You will be based in our Los Angeles office, a super collaborative work environment overflowing with perks ranging from snacks and drinks, to social happy hours.
You Will
• Oversee the production process across the various Branded productions, products, and teams
• Manage multiple, simultaneous production timelines
• Hire, train, and oversee freelance producers and production managers
• Track and vet all related budgets, production plans, and wrap books
• Provide feedback and approvals on creative concept pitches, budgets, timelines, and treatments
• Interface between accounting, pricing, post-production, studio operations, casting, legal, client services, and sales
• Effectively communicate policies and procedures to freelance crew and production staff
• Collaborate to improve upon production resources, process, and responsibilities
• Work closely with Associate Directors on policies, process, and production concerns
You Have
• 5+ years of producing experience
• 3+ years production management experience
• Prior branded content experience
• Must exhibit personal and professional high standards of integrity and ethics
• A philosophy of finding creative solutions and efficiencies regarding budget, scheduling, logistics, etc
• Have knowledge of industry standards regarding average crew rates, rental rates etc..
• Experience with permitting, releases, etc..
• Highly organized and a polished/timely written and verbal communicator
• Impeccable time management skills, ability to multitask, and prioritize projects with sensitive deadlines
• Prioritization is essential, must be able to appropriately delegate and be a team player
• Willingness to learn
• Experience with injury/safety protocol and prevention
• Proficient in Movie Magic Budgeting & Scheduling and Google Drive
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Smartstart, Basecamp, Slack, Airtable
All job applications must be received through the official BuzzFeed Jobs board (https://www.buzzfeed.com/about/jobs), including referrals. It is BuzzFeed's practice to not schedule job interviews until after an application is submitted through our jobs board.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rnbz25-3-81-144-39-42 in your application.