Content and Communications Producer Job at Jack Morton Worldwide in Chicago

What we do isn’t easy. Nothing extraordinary ever is.

At Jack Morton we create head-turning, stomach-dropping, mind-boggling, smile-inducing brand experiences. We exist to reimagine what experience can be, and we do that by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

We take care of each other, as much as we take care of business. We forget titles, check egos at the door, roll up our sleeves and make extraordinary happen.

This is a place where you can be you, all of you, and bring your true and honest self to work, every day in every way.

What we create is unique, just like those who work here and together we are united behind a powerful vision – we inspire the world to experience better. To show, not tell how things should be. More innovative. More inclusive. More sustainable.

So if you feel work, and the people you work with, can be extraordinary, let’s chat.

***hybrid role; must be able to work onsite 3 days/week in the Chicago office (Merch Mart)***

We believe in Extraordinary.

You are a Content Producer who will ensure that all aspects of a program(s) are successfully delivered to our pharmaceutical client. You are also responsible for the fiscal health of the program and for communicating effectively with the team and the client.

What you’ll be doing

The Content Producer (speaker presentations, internal communications, experiential marketing) will work directly with Account, Creative and Financial teams, as well as key clients, to ensure memorable event experiences are executed flawlessly, on schedule, within budget, and exceed all expectations. Agility, professionalism, attention to detail, and grace under pressure are key attributes required for this position.

The Producer will be primarily responsible for the production and execution of elements including but not limited to:

• Timeline & key milestone identification
• Budget development and ongoing management
• Identification of qualified suppliers
• Developing bid specifications and support of the bid process
• Management of project deliverables specifically in executing graphic materials in various media including PowerPoint/Keynote presentations, video, digital, print and signage

Key Skills and Accountabilities:

• Proven experience producing speaker presentations and communications plans.
• Budget experience and savviness - the ideal candidate can help scope and budget speaker presentations, but we're also open to adjacent experience such as budgeting for video production or other content deliverables.
• Must have the ability to act as a liaison with partners and other suppliers as necessary, building a productive relationship based on mutual trust and respect. This includes participation in periodic face-to-face client meetings as requested by account leadership. Strong ability to partner with internal creatives, and translate client needs to design teams.
• Experience in the live event environment for B2C and/or B2B is a huge plus. The desire to grow in areas of production outside of just content is a plus.
• Create and regularly update detailed project management documents that ensure our teams and the client have a clear view of program status, deadlines and action items, and familiarity with managing communication plans and calendars.
• Ensure that processes are followed and that programs are developed within compliance of purchasing guidelines. This includes the third-party vendor procurement process. In collaboration with Jack Morton accounts receivables/payables, maintain a required schedule for billings, accruals, forecasting and reconciliations.
• Support account leadership to ensure clear and timely communication to clients regarding all of the above.
• Ensure a “no surprises” approach, keeping the account team, creative team and other groups continuously up to date on the status of all deliverables.

Success Measures:

• Positive feedback on the management of programs as required by the project including budgets, schedules and other key deliverables.
• Support a positive team climate that inspires all stakeholders to excel and deliver at a high level.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience producing speaker presentations & communications plans and budgeting content.
• Live event experience, video and/or print production experience preferred.
• Strong program management, organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated production competencies; client focus, effectiveness, attention to detail, flexibility, professional confidence and accountability for results.
• Management of multiple programs with internal and supplier teams.
• There may be some travel requirements (mostly local if not all local) for the client.
• As specific projects require, must have the availability to execute projects on weekends and/or evenings.
• Utilization of existing processes with attention to improving them as conditions evolve.
• Candidate must have strong skills in Microsoft Excel (budgets, schedules, resource management), Microsoft Word (templates, forms, etc.), Microsoft PowerPoint (communication of production solutions) and Microsoft Outlook (team communication); experience in Veeva is a plus.
• Ability to utilize proprietary programs to complete basic office responsibilities including but not limited to; time sheets, expense reports, PTO scheduling, cost accounting and tracking.

Last, but not least, we believe in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Jack Morton and Genuine are equal opportunity employers; we strongly value diversity at our companies. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.