Creative Producer
Calculated Hire is looking for Creative Producer in Columbus, OH.
This local job opportunity with ID 3648165264 is live since 2026-04-23 14:13:50.
Creative Photo Studio Producer
Columbus, OH - 100% On-Site
3-month contract with likelihood of extension
Overview:
The Producer will be focused on the successful execution of in-house photo shoots. This role will oversee daily ecommerce photo shoots and lead production of in-house editorial and special projects shoots. The Producer is excited about the behind-the-scenes work and the many details that make a photo shoot. This team player loves a fast-paced and always evolving environment and enjoys collaboration with in-house photographers, stylists, and art directors.
Responsibilities:
- Reporting into the Sr. Production Manager, leading production for elevated on-figure and editorial still life photo shoots
- Manage weekly on-figure studio shooting schedule with the Assistant Producer based on current and upcoming sample availability and deliverable requests
- Coordinate and manage weekly freelance needs across multiple brands and teams
- Provide on-set daily production support for all brands in-house photo shoots including assisting photography team in set pre-lights and strikes
- Lead casting efforts for model talent and ensure casting efforts align with brands' vision and budget
- Own and maintain the casting process, including database and meeting management
- Negotiate rate and usage for external talent and crew, ensuring all talent and crew releases and contracts are signed and archived
- Co-produce on-figure studio shoots alongside other Sr. Producers
- Arrange and approve air travel, hotel, ground, and per diem for talent and hair & make-up artists for in-house editorial and kids photo shoots
- Run sample maintenance reports using company database; Assess and communicate results to studio team weekly
- Assist Assistant Producers with vendor set-up process as needed
- Source top freelance talent (local & non-local) and continue to build strong relationships with studio vendors
- Process, submit, and track vendor invoices and expenses on a weekly or bi-weekly basis; Support Sr. Production Manager with monthly budget maintenance
- Inventory and send out studio equipment for maintenance and repair
- Collaborate with studio leads and third-party production team on other in-house studio shoots as needed
- Work closely with studio leadership to improve current studio processes
- Uphold high studio standards for all brands and teams
Requirements:
- 3-8+ years of photo, video, and/or creative production experience
- Bachelor’s degree or related experience
- Very strong organizational, attention to detail, and communication skills
- Sharp budgeting and negotiation skills
- Strong project management skills
- Solution-oriented mindset
- Proven ability to stay calm under pressure
- Passion for creative works, photography, art, and fashion
- Ability to lift and move studio equipment and props
- Proficient in MS office suite and Google Docs
- Familiar with Apple OS, Adobe Creative Suite, and JIRA software