Producer

Description

PRODUCER

The Producer is responsible for overseeing all phases of development for multiple projects from the concept phase through release. The Producer works in partnership with internal and external developers and any third parties to ensure each project’s timely, high quality delivery. The position identifies and communicates goals and risks, on an ongoing basis, to both internal and external stakeholders in the project(s).

Responsibilities
Production:
• Oversee 1 to 3 projects at a time (ranging in scope from small to large)
• Work directly with business development on Developer Agreements (including the creation of product Milestone Schedules) and communicate production related issues to the appropriate parties
• Serve as the primary contact with assigned internal and external developers throughout the production process and oversee developer’s high-level production processes
• Review, comment and approve milestone submissions
• Budget management against individual product P/L’s
Communication:
• Work closely with the appropriate staff to research and identify and/or obtain clearances for all materials needed for Sales, PR, Marketing and Distribution use
• Interact and negotiate with talent, creative and agents relating to feature film, TV, and publishing in coordination with Manager of Rights & Clearances and Legal
• Where applicable, manage brand assurance of assigned products adhering to Warner Bros. standards and brand approval requirements
Due Diligence
• Participate in the due diligence process for internal and external development partners
• Represent Production concerns for assigned projects during Slate plan development and ongoing “green-light” meetings