Executive Post Producer

About WPP Production We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. com .

A Hybrid working model We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Responsibilities

This role oversees the Post, Content, and Studio production process, managing budgets, schedules, and project delivery across various media formats, including video, animation, broadcast, and digital content. The position ensures production standards while upholding high creative and craft standards, and stays ahead of industry trends and evolving distribution platforms, including AI. Collaborating with producers, creatives, and senior leadership, this individual defines project scopes, optimizes workflows, and develops strategic solutions to production challenges.

This role may also be called upon to steer and mentor junior team members. They lead vendor and talent sourcing, negotiate contracts, and manage RFPs, fostering strong external partnerships. As a motivational and communicative leader, they cultivate a positive team culture and contribute to the company's strategic growth in a global market.

Oversee the full life cycle of projects, including estimates, scheduling, maintaining timelines, delivery, and wrap-up. Lead and manage all media production and post-production, including short- and long-form content, animation, graphics, field and studio shoots, OLV, broadcast, and social/digital content. Ensure the highest creative standards and production quality across all projects, never sacrificing craft.

Partner with primary producers, project managers, and client teams to define project scopes, align on Statements of Work (SOWs), and ensure all deadlines and budgets are met. Manage and adjust production strategies as needed, proactively identifying issues and providing strategic solutions with an unflappable, calm, positive attitude in high-pressure situations. Collaborate with the Managing Director on project needs, talent sourcing, opportunities, and sales strategies.

Oversee all video production and post-production workstreams, ensuring alignment across teams and optimizing workflows; communicate production processes and best practices to the team while continually seeking efficiencies. Recruit, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with external production and creative partners, artists, vendors, and contract talent, leveraging strong negotiation skills. Craft and manage RFPs for external vendors and contractors, overseeing selection and ongoing relationships.

Act as a highly communicative and motivational leader, fostering team growth while maintaining a positive, calm approach. Work collaboratively with senior leadership to shape a strategic vision for growth, helping expand a global brand in a global market.