Job Description
The Executive Producer has primary responsibility for the quality and success of all client relationships at the Folks Montreal facility. In partnership with the Head of Production / Senior VFX Supervisor, they drive organic growth of the business through existing relationships and word-of-mouth referrals. They monitor the status of client relationships on all active and potential projects at the Montreal facility, and step in as needed to ensure clients feel they are receiving excellent service from Folks at all times. They also ensure Folks Montreal remains consistently in touch with clients over time, whether or not the client has projects currently in house. The Executive Producer takes on many of the duties of a Managing Producer and is required to maintain hands-on knowledge of the Folks pipeline. They personally produce projects of strategic importance to the company, and work to convert clients into partners who view Folks as a key collaborator integral to the success of their current and future shows.
Key Duties
New Project Acquisition and Onboarding
· Lead efforts to secure new projects and represent Folks in pitch, concept, VFX and production meetings at studios and production offices
· Play a central role in the development of relationships at the studio level, becoming the point of first contact for studio executives seeking bids for new projects.
· Act as a bridge between Folks Business Development and Production, coordinating with other facilities and ensuring new business leads are smoothly integrated into Production
· Establish relationships with first time clients, and set the tone of their working relationship with Folks for project success
· Maintain and build relationships with existing clients. Position Folks to work on their future projects, and drive organic growth of the studio’s client base with word-of-mouth referrals
· Read scripts and participate in initial bidding/creative discussions, teaming up with VFX Supervisors to double check bids, costs, attend meetings, etc.
· Initiate communication between Folks Production staff and new projects, ensuring clients receive a rapid and thorough introduction to key Folks show personnel
· Allocate Production staff to newly awarded shows, collaborating with other Department Heads on Supervisor and Editor assignments
· Ensure internal kickoff meetings take place, and Folks’ team is properly briefed on project requirements and client expectations
Client Experience
· In collaboration with other members of studio leadership, take overall responsibility for the quality of client relationships and Production staff
· Advocate for client experience across the company, with particular focus on client touchpoints and the handoff between different departments
· Establish a friendly yet professional tone for the facility's interactions with new clients, building the credibility necessary to manage client expectations throughout production
· Ensure client expectations are met consistently on every project. Sit in on client reviews, and advocate for a client-centric approach to Production
· Meet regularly with key clients for feedback on their experience with Folks and address any issues. Look for opportunities to better serve clients, and increase Folks’ share of their work
Production Department Oversight and Staffing
· Ensure the Production team’s day-to-day work and priorities are aligned with strategy for the Montreal office
Additional Information
Nothing in this job description restricts the Company’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The Company prohibits discrimination in employment against otherwise qualified applicants because of a physical or mental disability and will make reasonable accommodations to enable qualified persons with known disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job consistent with applicable law. The Company will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.