Executive Producer Job at Freeman Company in Detroit

About the Role

The Executive Producer is a senior, client‑facing production leader responsible for delivering large and complex event solutions that drive measurable client results and meet financial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of large and / or complex projects with a strong focus on show production.
• Serve as project manager, establishing all documentation, driving deliverables, budget, and communications.
• Develop, manage and communicate project milestones and timelines for all components of the defined scope.
• Lead all internal and external project meetings, including kick‑offs, finance, weekly team meetings, client budget reviews, and debriefs.
• Ensure client satisfaction by upholding quality of work to meet client expectations.
• Lead the development of the production schedule, production workbook, client playbook and decks.
• Maintain standards and processes throughout the event planning process.
• Participate in creative development when appropriate.
• Oversee multimillion‑dollar client relationships with responsibility for budget and profit management.
• Focus on team structure and staffing, defining roles and responsibilities of the project team.
• Develop a strategy and work with the team and workstream leads to execute, involving and engaging people where / as needed for project success.
• Organize and manage communications between event team members and serve as a key contact for client communications.
• Identify, negotiate, book and manage Flex Force (contractor) resources as needed / directed.
• Look for innovative solutions to production methods.
• Develop, manage and communicate project budgets upwards of $20M that meet the goals of and display value to the client.
• Track budget costs throughout the course of project.
• Communicate scope changes that affect budget to the client in a clear manner.
• Utilize internal resources whenever possible – manage / reduce third party costs.
• Reconcile budgets.
• Develop and actively manage vendor / flex force (contractor) relationships.
• Mentor and coach junior event / production staff to develop skills that can meet changing client needs.

Qualifications

Travel Requirements

25% to 50% travel.

Benefits

Diversity Commitment

At Freeman, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Hybrid Schedule

The position requires 2-3 days per week in‑office or at show site, based out of one of the following locations : Dallas, TX; Philadelphia, PA; Detroit, MI; Fort Wayne, IN.

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