Executive Producer

Summary

Join DEPT® as a solutions-oriented Executive Producer to lead and execute end-to-end production for various projects, including video, social media content, and integrated campaigns. You will oversee complex productions, partner with creative and project management teams, mentor producers, and build strong vendor relationships. This hands-on leadership role requires 3+ years of experience as an EP and 10+ years in producing commercial and digital content. You will be responsible for budgeting, scheduling, and managing post-production, while also shaping production playbooks and streamlining workflows. Success in this role involves flawless execution, positive feedback from internal and external teams, and elevated production quality. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as an EP, Director of Video Production or similar creative leadership role
• 10+ years of experience producing commercial, social, and digital content at a creative agency or production company
• Strong network of industry contacts and vendor relationships, including directors, producers, DPs, editors, and post
• Deep understanding of production processes across photo, video, CTV/OTT, influencer, and social formats
• Demonstrated success producing both large-scale shoots ($1M+) and smaller productions (<$50K)
• Familiarity with union and non-union guidelines, insurance requirements, and business affairs practices
• Experience working closely with a multidisciplinary, social-first creative team
• Experience working with key stakeholders at large, global brands
• Proficiency producing high-volume, fast turnaround projects
• Advanced negotiation, communication, organization, and relationship-building skills with an outstanding attention to detail
• Strong financial management experience required, including advanced knowledge of budgeting, billing, and production reconciliation
• Willingness to travel and adapt to flexible hours as needed for shoots and production schedules
• Experience shaping production standards and operational documentation
• Working knowledge of AI tools and automation in production
• A clear point of view on inclusive, sustainable, and scalable content production
• Interest in supporting learning and development across the producer team
• Comfort making quick decisions in ambiguous or high-pressure environments

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute end-to-end production across a wide range of projects, including photo, video, influencer, CTV, social content, events, and integrated campaigns
• Scope, budget, schedule, bid, contract, execute, manage post-production, and wrap projects in close collaboration with creative, project management, and legal teams
• Act as both executive producer and line producer depending on the needs and complexity of the project
• Partner with Creative Directors to translate concepts into actionable and feasible production plans
• Mentor and support internal and freelance producers to elevate craft and execution
• Build and maintain a strong network of directors, crew, production companies, editors, and content creators
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Business Affairs on contracts, insurance, union/non-union compliance, and production policy
• Help refine and implement production processes that support creativity, speed, and operational consistency
• Identify new tools, vendors, and techniques that improve quality and reduce cost per deliverable
• Pilot emerging production models such as creator ecosystems, modular content, and AI-supported workflows
• Advocate for inclusive, sustainable production practices and contribute frameworks to help others adopt them

Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave