L. L. Bean: Temporary Photo Production Coordinator

Production Coordinator is needed in Freeport, United States.

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Client: L. L. Bean

Location: Freeport, ME

Contract: Full-time, Temporary

Position Purpose:

In this important role this person will be responsible for the procurement and preparation of merchandise and props for studio and/or location photography for catalogs, digital and retail use. Effectively manages deadlines in compliance with the Creative production timeline. Maintains strong working relationships with Art Directors, Producers, Development, and Freelance staff as well as Digital and Print Production teams to get the best information available to execute the assigned photo shoot. Maintains an accurate sample/prop inventory.

Responsibilities:

Pre and Post Shoot

• Generate and maintain shot lists, request and receive samples, order re-listed items.
• Keep Sample Room organized and inventory current, generate labels/tags, log samples in and out as needed.
• Liquidate samples and stock.
• Organize product and information for shoots, keep track of product changes.

Preproduction

• Set up and manage the Merchandise style out (MSO), Pre-Style and Walk-thru meetings, capture information throughout preproduction process and update information to ensure accuracy.
• Communicate all changes from MSO to Senior Media Production specialist.
• Create shot list, photography all styled shot from Merchandise style out (MSO), Pre-Style and Walk-thru meetings to create the “ring of fire”, pull product needed, pack and ship to location (which may involve producing a carnet for international shipping) or Studio 19 Track any changes that occur and update system.

Photo Shoot

• Provide ring of fire to Art Director and Stylist.
• Attend scheduling meeting with Art Director, Photographer, Stylist and Producer to organize work flow.
• Deliver daily shot list to Art Director and Stylist.
• Provide daily list of Image Numbers to Digital Tech.
• Update shot list and execute shots in File Marker Pro database (POD).
• Set up and organize crew rooms.
• Coordinate samples and props.
• Prep samples, set up shots & manage merchandise.
• Deliver an executed shot list to Image Assets and Media Production Specialist.

Studio Specific

• Provide photo samples to Studio 19Create and maintain shot lists.
• Export all Production shots to studio.
• Set up and manage Merchandise style out (MSO), Pre-Style and Walk-thru meetings for hero photography.
• Communicate all changes from MSO to Senior Media Production specialist.
• Create shot list, photography all styled shot from Merchandise style out (MSO), Pre-Style and Walk-thru meetings.
• Provide shot list and photos from Merchandise style out (MSO), Pre-Style and Walk-thru meetings to Art Director and Studio Traffic Controller at Studio 19Manage inventory at studio 19Work closely with freelance staff at Studio 19

Location Specific

• Travel - including extended periods of time out of state or across the country.
• Coordinate extra outfits and props.
• May be required to drive a company-owned or rented vehicle including trucks and panel vans.

Education Level:

High School or GED

Years of Experience:

2+ years

Skills and Qualifications:

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Able to balance multiple tasks, prioritize and successfully meet deadlines
• Work effectively with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal, written and communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Familiar with Word, Excel, and File Maker Pro
• Proven pro-active problem-solver
• Strong collaborator – able to work well with a team
• Creative professional who would effectively represent L.L.Bean
• Valid Class C driver’s license
• Commit to extended travel and time away from home if necessary
• Passion for retail, outdoor, creative design and/or product a plus