The APD role is designed to develop, then advance to the CD role. The key differences between APD and CD are: 1) APD may continue to work on a limited number of projects as an artist, as pipeline needs dictate; 2) the APD will be expected to cover lower budget projects and lower project load; and 3) APD is not required to manage artists.

Responsibilities

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• Target breakdown of work:

  • 85%: Producing and directing projects.

  • Depending on active project pipeline, part of this percentage could be diverted to artists’ work.

  • 15%: Spearhead and develop new production procedures designed to improve efficiency and quality across studio work.

• Oversee client pitches and proposals as needed.

• Develop concept and drive all aspects of storytelling.

• Ensure that all artists are recorded in Harvest for assigned projects.

• Act as both producer and main client contact for Creative Department - balancing the needs of the budget with the creative

• needs of the client to keep projects under budget.

• Direct team in achieving the vision for each video.

• Train and mentor team members.

• Maintain constant communication with clients through email and phone.

• Solicit, review, and incorporate feedback from team as works best.

• Collaborate with HR to perform performance reviews with artists.

Qualifications
 

• 5+ years of experience in the creative and business industry.

• Bachelor’s/Art School degree preferred.

• Expert level mastery of Adobe Creative Suite.

• Minimum top 10% of core studio skill sets (top 3/30).

• APD is expected to develop:

  • Strong understanding of industry trends.

  • Excellent written and communication skills.

  • Experience in time management and multitasking; leadership and development; strategic and project management; client management and conflict resolution.

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If you think you might be a good fit for this position, please submit you resume and portfolio HERE. Thanks, and good luck!

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Thanks and good luck!