Job Description :
Launch Your Career with Cook Systems
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Creative Production Manager (Video)
Memphis, TN (onsite)
6 months plus
This role will primarily focus on video production timelines.
Planning, scheduling, vendor coordination, processing vendor paperwork and production oversight for projects developed by the creative + content teams, across all mediums.
Provides end-to-end support by developing, managing, and tracking work while coordinating across creative teams ( creative direction, design, writers, photography, video) marketing and other key stakeholders.
Works closely with creative + content leads, internal operation teams, Strategic Sourcing, Legal and Finance teams as well as outside vendors to ensure cost efficiencies and timeliness.
Skilled in creative project management, video and print production, purchasing/procurement software, competent in the use of workload/project management systems/ Microsoft Office applications.
Requirements:
Thorough knowledge of video, printing & graphic design industry, video and print production process, sourcing and quoting video and print production of marketing deliverables
Experienced in managing high volume of work with tight deadlines and budgets
Creative project management/creative work experience required
Experience supporting creative teams (either agency or in-house teams)
Spec management in terms of being able to speak the creative language to help ?translate? from creative to production teams to vendors as needed
Experience in video production workflows; This role will be helping to support video production. It's more about the timelines and coordination. Less about actually doing video work. In theory, a production manager assigned to a campaign would be able to handle all mediums (print, digital and video while this role leans more towards supporting production timelines)
Knowledge ordinarily acquired through a bachelor?s degree in video production, graphic design, advertising, or related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent work experience in advertising, marketing and/or printing agency
Tools and Technology:
Project management tools (Confluence, Jira, Smart sheet or similar platforms)
Asset or workload management systems such as A e work front, Ziflow, DAM (digital asset management) systems
Procurement systems such as Oracle a plus or any purchasing software
Understanding and/or processing of legal contracts, working with legal and finance
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Creative project management
Understanding of design/print and video
Skilled at organizing and managing competing priorities, remain calm under pressure
Able to be firm when driving deadlines while balancing flexibility and negotiation as needed
Key skillset would be someone who has experience supporting creative teams
Why Work with Us
Benefits
At Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here's what you can look forward to:
Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation's largest networks, you'll get the care you need for yourself and your family wherever life takes you.
Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum. Because your loved ones deserve security no matter what the future holds.
Flexibility for Life's Needs: Save money and plan ahead with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent care expenses on your terms.
Bridging the Gaps: Unexpected costs? No problem. Our Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife helps ensure you're covered when it counts.
Your Future Starts Now: Dream big with our 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard. After just six months, you will be eligible to participate, because your future deserves a strong foundation.
At Cook Systems, you're not just another employee you're family. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions shine, and your career will thrive. Together, we innovate, grow, and celebrate success every step of the way. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Let's build the future together at Cook Systems.