LIVE EVENT PRODUCER NEEDED
Abbson is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Live Event Producer to join our growing Production team. This Producer will be a creative force at Abbson, working directly with Talent to create high-quality productions. He or she will work closely with our EVP of Production & Creative to set the tone and look of their assigned productions, and then work to create systems that maintain those standards on an ongoing basis to ensure success of the projects they are responsible for. Our ideal candidate has at least 3 years of proven live event or event production experience with leadership and management responsibilities and is highly creative and organized. ABBSON EMPLOYEES MUST BE COMFORTABLE WORKING ON ALL TYPES OF POLITICALLY CONSERVATIVE CONTENT.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Produce events and other production projects from start to finish, including creative, content, logistics, staff, delivery, feedback, audience engagement, and client interfacing
Work with the EVP of Production & Creative to create a firm and cohesive design for each project, and memorialize that design in a “show bible” for each type of project
Create and manage project budgets, utilizing software to build specific, clear estimated and actual budgets that enable the EVP of Production & Creative to make informed decisions about each project in real time
Manage the production of Abbson news hits, interviews, podcasts, and other one-off project
Manage the Production team members involved with each show, holding them accountable to make the project a success
Create and manage project workflows, utilizing company platforms to build specific and clear workflow steps to track team members, deadlines, milestones, and deliverables, ultimately ensuring that projects are delivered successfully
Work closely with the Post-Production Manager and other departments to ensure seamless communication for all deliverables associated with each project
Create and maintain project calendars with accurate and complete information related to deadlines, deliverables, and dates
Communicate with external vendors, venues, studios, partners, Talent, and clients with respect to the requirements and deadlines for each project to ensure success while maintaining positive relationships and furthering Abbson’s image of professionalism, success, and exceptional service
Create and update regular reports and dashboards that easily demonstrate the status, costs, and results associated with each project
Make purchase recommendations to improve all aspects of projects
Perform other tasks as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
At least three (3) years of proven live production or event production experience with demonstrable producing credits
At least two (2) years of experience managing a team of at least three (3) people
Detailed knowledge of the film production process and video, audio, and lighting equipment
Proficiency with personal computer operation, Microsoft Office, and G Suite
Comfort working with budgets, spreadsheets, and databases
An interest in and knowledge of news and current events (preferred)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time; exempt
COMPENSATION RANGE: Dependent upon experience
WORK LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA (in-office required, frequent travel)
START DATE: Immediate
REPORTS TO: EVP of Production & Creative
COMPANY BENEFITS: Health insurance (Aetna), Dental and Vision insurance (Guardian), 401k matching (Human Interest), paid time off, and opportunity for quick advancement in a high-energy and quickly growing start-up environment
Abbson is a creative partner to noteworthy brands across the country, many of them in the conservative and faith space. For the last 8 years, we have been transforming content production and content marketing using innovative digital and creative strategies. Abbson also owns and operates numerous high-traffic podcasts, online shows, and other digital properties under its Soundfront brand including Verdict with Ted Cruz, The Liz Wheeler Show, and Young Heretics with Spencer Klavan. To learn more about Abbson, please visit abbson.com and soundfront.com.