Job Summary:

The Video Creative Producer participates in and manages the production of assigned projects, which can range from commercial campaigns, to fully graphic and animated web pieces, to simple straightforward content projects.This role will work very closely with Design Project Managers to clearly communicate timelines, budgets, deliverables, goals, and expectations with internal team members and external partners. The Creative Producer needs to be resourceful, contribute significantly to the production process, and take full responsibility for all aspects from production to post-production. This will include coordinating the asset flow of various studio assets, and supervising the workload of the post-production and motion design team.

Responsibilities:

Video Production

• Ensure all creative deliverables and assets adhere to standards, and manages QC through post and delivery; Monitor post-production processes in order to ensure accurate completion of all details.
• Assist in putting forward the best production team members for each job, including editors, vfx specialists, motion designers, composers, sound designers, and colorists.
• Manage and track music licenses and contracts, as needed.
• Source and track creative assets, as needed.
• Stay current on industry and technology trends and foster innovative production solutions.

Project Management

• Manage and lead all aspects of pre-production, production and post-production.
• Responsible for negotiating, generating, and managing the lifecycle and project plan of a video schedule.
• Actualize and archive all projects; Maintain documentation and dashboards that allow for quick and efficient understanding of resource capacity and project status.
• Partner with other project managers, designers, copywriters, and other marketing creative stakeholders to build and deliver high-quality assets.
• Anticipate and resolve conflicts diplomatically; facilitate effective communication within and across teams.
• Ensure the team has a clear definition of success for outcomes/deliverables before starting a project.
• Communicate regularly re: process gaps or areas to improve; work transparently to identify areas for process improvement.

Basic Qualifications:

• Has 4+ years of experience working as a producer in production/post-production.
• Is excited by being the orchestrator of the production process and actively problem solving the integral pieces we need in creating a video deliverable.
• Has a solid understanding of production/post-production workflow, timelines and creative solutions.
• Has a strong familiarity with project management software, and organizational tools.
• Is meticulous with project and file management.
• Never walks away at a commercial break.
• Experience with project management and team collaboration software tools (i.e. Jira, Asana, Trello).
• Understanding of production, post-production, and adaptation project workflows.
• Understanding of production techniques and software, and how each are used to complete projects (After Effects, Cinema 4D, Premiere, Nuke, Maya, Flame, etc.).
• Needs a thorough understanding of file formats and delivery.
• Cursory knowledge of Premier, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects workflow.
• Working knowledge of editing software; able to edit in a pinch.
• Knowledge of the various roles, functions, capabilities, equipment, and applications within the production department.
• Organized, detail oriented, and excellent time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Results driven and proactive.
• Strong listener: able to deeply understand the team’s needs, ask the right questions to keep a project moving in the right direction, and proactively pursue feedback.
• Good interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Able to adapt to new working methods and technological advances.

About Disney Streaming Services:

Disney Streaming Services is responsible for developing and operating The Walt Disney Company’s direct-to-consumer video businesses globally, including the ESPN+ premium sports streaming service; Disney+, the dedicated streaming home for entertainment from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and BAMTECH Media, a global leader in direct-to-consumer video streaming products and solutions. Our core mission is to deliver global audiences the freedom to access content on their terms across any connected device, time or location. We serve consumers by bringing the world’s most beloved characters, timeless stories, legendary athletes, and epic sporting events to global audiences through best-in-class direct-to-consumer video services. We strive daily to imaginatively challenge convention with innovative technology that gives consumers the freedom to access content on their terms across any connected device, time or location.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.