Photo & Video Producer, Advertising

The Photo and Video Producer is a production role involved in all facets of producing photo and video shoots across Polo brands within Ralph Lauren Advertising. Responsibilities include pre and postproduction, to sourcing photographers, videographers, booking studios / location, organizing all shoot day logistics, managing freelance talent, and working closely with the design, creative and project management teams. This individual should be comfortable working in a fact paced, high volume, working environment and skilled in maintaining and continuously improving upon workflow efficiencies. Superior communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities between and across business groups. This position is responsible for both administrative and production work.

• Work directly with creative/art directors, stylists and account managers on the development of the shoots
• Negotiate rates and book above the line crew (photographers, directors, DP’s) and below the line (crew), plus models, hair and make-up artists, tailors, animal talent, locations, fit models, studios, caterers and production assistants
• Coordinate and secure all travel arrangements, insurance, and permits.
• Generate shoot estimates
• Manage all aspects of shoot production logistics: talent booking, calendar management, issuing POs and invoice management
• Manage the actual on set production and any external freelance production support
• Negotiate usage fees with agents for archival imagery & footage
• Reconcile all shoot related billing and expenses

• Negotiation and budget management skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong ability to multi-task / juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to form partnerships across cross-functional teams – Creative, Marketing, Merchandising
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well in a high-pressure environment
• Willing to travel