21GRAMS- Producer

About the role

Real Chemistry’s in-house production company, ROOM42, is seeking a seasoned Producer to lead, estimate, and execute projects in partnership with our Executive Producers. You will collaboratively work with our Creative and Account Management teams within our dynamic and innovative agency. As a Producer, you will leverage your extensive experience in Agency Producing and Triple Bidding, utilizing your broad network of top-tier production companies for shoots and post-production. You are dedicated to upholding our mantra: ‘Be hard on the work, but be good to each other.’ This role can be remote within the United States or based in any of our U.S. office locations, including New York City, Boston, Chicago, Lambertville, NJ, San Francisco, or Carmel, IN.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Executive Producer to estimate and manage budgets for new project briefs, ranging from $1k to $1M, ensuring financial efficiency and creative excellence.
• Oversee the full spectrum of production responsibilities, including the procurement of labor, equipment, locations, casting, permits, transportation, lodging, catering, scheduling, logistics planning, and media delivery.
• Apply comprehensive Agency Producing skills, including Triple Bidding to ensure optimal value and quality for each project.
• Maintain a robust list of production companies and post houses, ensuring the best resources are available for both pre-production and post-production phases.
• Ensure seamless project continuation through post-production, coordinating with internal directors, editors/animators, and audio engineers, plus external post-production facilities as needed.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget, meeting the highest creative standards.
• Proactively identify and address potential challenges during pre-production and post in collaboration with the Executive Producer.
• Serve as the primary liaison between project stakeholders and key crew members, facilitating clear communication and project alignment.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive project briefings to agency staff and crews prior to production days.
• Oversee the collection and management of all necessary documentation for vendor billing and payments, working closely with our Business Affairs Team.
• Attend shoots in-person as required, both domestically and potentially internationally, to ensure production integrity.

Requirements

• Extensive professional experience in the production industry, with a strong emphasis on Line & Agency Producing and Triple Bidding.
• Demonstrated knowledge of video production equipment and technical specifications.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and negotiate effectively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Box, Frame.io, Highland Talent, and Workfront.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Familiarity with SAG and Union productions is beneficial but not mandatory.
• A proactive mindset with a keen sensitivity to time pressures and multiple deadlines.

Company Values

This position is a perfect fit if:

• Our company values—Best Together, Impact Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always, and Accountability with an "I"—genuinely resonate with how you work and lead.
• You demonstrate the Real Chemistry Can mindset by approaching challenges with optimism, accountability, creativity, and a solutions-oriented attitude, always looking for ways to make a meaningful impact for our clients, colleagues, and communities.
• You are adaptable, resilient, and comfortable adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• You are proactive, driven, and resourceful, with strong prioritization skills, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to leverage data to inform decisions and drive outcomes.
• You are energized by innovation and the transformative potential of AI, actively exploring new technologies, identifying opportunities to work smarter, and championing practical, responsible AI adoption that drives meaningful business impact.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $95,000–$100,000. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and internal parity.

Benefits

Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefits package and a variety of programs designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and success, including:

• Generous holiday and paid time off.
• Options for private medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Support in saving for the future.
• Offices in key markets with free snacks.
• Mental wellness coaching and support.
• Access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning.

Learn more about our benefits and perks at www.realchemistrybenefits.com.

Schedule

Real Chemistry’s Real Hybrid and Regional Teams (Real HART) approach fosters collaboration, learning, innovation, and meaningful relationships while providing flexibility where appropriate. Work arrangements may vary by role and location:

• For employees located within a one-hour commute of a Real Chemistry office, in-person attendance is required two days per week, either from a Real Chemistry office or when working onsite with clients.
• Employees in regions without a nearby office may work remotely and come together throughout the year for collaboration, culture-building, learning, and team connection opportunities.
• If you require additional flexibility, we welcome an open conversation with your recruiter and our HR team to discuss your needs.