Manager, Creative & Production Wynford

About the Opportunity

This is a permanent full-time position with the flexibility to work in a hybrid manner, with travel expected. Reporting to the Vice President, Client Solutions, the Manager, Creative and Production leads the Production and Creative Services team delivering outstanding creation, execution, delivery and client services to our internal and external clients ensuring excellence across all creative and production deliverables.

The Manager is a key member of the Client Solutions team and the Management Team at Wynford and keeps abreast of all projects in Wynford and their development stages.

Become an integral part of our highly skilled team, and join us in collaborating with exceptional clients to execute extraordinary experiences across six continents.

What You Bring :

• Minimum 5 years progressive management / leadership experience
• Minimum 2 years project management experience
• 3-5 years experience executing, developing and delivering production elements for events
• Minimum 8 years of related experience, ideally in an agency environment servicing complex client requirements or within entertainment / media production
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, clients and vendors
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Well-developed administrative and analytical skills; meticulous attention to detail
• A strong understanding of ethical principles and regulatory requirements
• Completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma in business or related discipline
• Experience with Microsoft Office & Google Suite

What You’ll Do :

• Leadership : Provide strong leadership, guiding team members to excel in their roles and responsibilities. Inspiring creativity and innovation while maintaining a high level of professionalism and excellence.
• Team Management : Manage the team, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where team members can thrive and contribute their best work.
• Creative Direction : Contribute to the creative direction for projects, working closely with internal stakeholders to understand program objectives.
• Execution and Delivery : Ensure that projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget, while maintaining a keen eye for detail and quality.
• Quality Assurance : Uphold high standards of quality in all creative deliverables, conducting regular reviews and evaluations and providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Continuous Improvement : Committed to continuous learning and improvement, staying updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices in creative services and production management.
• Collaboration and Communication : Foster a culture of collaboration and open communication across departments.
• Budget Management & Profitability : Develop and oversee budgeting for events and programs, ensuring that creative ideas are executed within the allocated budget.
• Project Planning and Management : Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Reconciliations : Lead the reconciliation process to support the internal team as required to ensure final reconciliations are completed and sent to the client within 60 days of execution.
• Manage Suppliers / Contractors effectively to ensure all invoicing is processed and handled in a timely manner to meet reconciliation deadlines.
• Follow, uphold and abide by all company policies, processes and procedures.

Who You Are :

• A demonstrated leader with the ability to guide, motivate and inspire all stakeholders, with proven delegation and coaching skills.
• Clear and concise communicator who can handle situations of conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Able to weigh various options and their potential impact on stakeholders; decisive yet flexible.
• Excellent at time management.
• Effective and creative problem solver.
• Excels at working collaboratively with colleagues and other departments.
• Flexible, agile and adaptable.
• Committed to continuous learning and improvement.
• Able to identify and manage risks.
• Well-versed in best practices in third-party supplier environment.
• Comfortable with basic financial processes, with a solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Technically savvy, with the ability to and passion for adopting new technologies.

What We Offer :

• Total Compensation : Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid Work Environment : Flexibility with a hybrid working structure to support work / life balance.
• Time Off : Enjoy paid time off, including a winter holiday closure, birthday off, and additional personal time.
• Professional Development : Access monthly training, industry memberships, and learning opportunities.
• Wellness : Benefit from health & dental plans, fitness discounts, and an annual stipend for your wellness needs.
• Bonuses & Incentives : Participate in a company-wide bonus structure and recognition programs.
• Extra Perks : Enjoy discounts on activities, retail stores, team lunches, and fun off-site gatherings.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re enthusiastic about delivering exceptional event experiences and have the skills to back it up, we’d love to hear from you.

Send Us Your Resume!

Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter to [email protected] . In your cover letter please tell us why this opportunity is interesting to you.

We wish to thank all applicants in advance for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wynford is an equal opportunity employer.

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