Senior Post Producer

Overview Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company, part of WPP. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, we deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media – both established and emerging. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate today’s content experience. What does a Sr. Post Producer do at Hogarth? The Sr. Post Producer is a highly experienced and strategic leader responsible for the comprehensive management and successful delivery of complex and high‑profile post‑production projects. This role demands a deep understanding of the entire post‑production pipeline, exceptional client management skills, and the ability to mentor and guide junior team members. The Sr. Post Producer takes full ownership of projects from concept through final delivery, ensuring the highest creative standards, on‑time execution, and strict adherence to budgetary parameters. Reporting lines and key stakeholders This role reports to the Executive Post Producer and works closely with clients, agency partners, creative teams, primary production teams, and post‑production operators, often acting as the primary point of contact for complex projects. Responsibilities Strategic Project Leadership: Lead and oversee the end‑to‑end post‑production lifecycle for multiple, often complex and high‑value, projects, ensuring alignment with creative vision, strategic objectives, and client expectations. Budget & Schedule Mastery: Develop, manage, and meticulously track detailed project budgets and schedules, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure projects are delivered on time and within financial constraints. Provide regular, transparent financial updates to stakeholders. Client & Agency Relationship Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients and agency partners, building and maintaining strong, trust‑based relationships. Effectively communicate project status, manage expectations, and expertly navigate feedback and revisions. Team Supervision & Mentorship: Provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to post‑production teams and junior producers, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing environment. Assign lead operators and allocate resources effectively based on project needs and team strengths. Workflow Optimization & Best Practices: Champion and enforce best practices for post‑production workflows, identifying opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies. Define, communicate, and ensure adherence to production standards across all projects. Resource Management & Vendor Negotiation: Strategically identify, onboard, and manage internal and external resources, including freelance talent and third‑party vendors. Expertly negotiate rates and contracts to secure optimal services within budget. Technical & Creative Oversight: Possess a comprehensive understanding of all post‑production techniques, software, and emerging technologies to effectively guide creative decisions and troubleshoot technical challenges. Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify potential issues, anticipate challenges, and develop innovative solutions to keep projects on track. Demonstrate strong decision‑making capabilities under pressure. Quality Assurance: Ensure all deliverables meet Hogarth’s rigorous quality standards and client specifications, conducting thorough reviews and approvals at key stages. Financial Reconciliation: Oversee the accurate reconciliation of all project costs, approve invoices, and provide detailed financial reporting to clients and internal stakeholders. Global Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with Hogarth’s International Centers of Excellence, leveraging global expertise and resources to enhance project delivery. Requirements 5+ years of progressive experience in a Post Production environment as an active producer within advertising, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex, high‑profile campaigns. Advanced understanding of production, post‑production, and adaptation project workflows, including experience with diverse content types (e.g., broadcast commercials, digital content, social media, long‑form). Expert‑level knowledge of all post‑production techniques, software, and how each are used to complete projects (e.g., After Effects, Maya, Nuke, Cinema 4D, Flame, DaVinci Resolve, Unreal Engine, etc.). Deep familiarity with the various roles, functions, capabilities, equipment, and applications within a modern Post Production Department. Exceptional client relationship management skills , with a proven ability to build rapport, manage expectations, and resolve conflicts effectively. Highly results‑driven, proactive, and autonomous , capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision. Strong leadership and mentorship abilities , with experience guiding and developing junior team members. Advanced working knowledge of industry‑standard technology including Adobe Creative Suite (Premier, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects), and other relevant post‑production tools. Demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods, emerging technologies, and evolving client needs. Extensive experience with booking VO talent, managing music licensing, and utilizing stock asset libraries. Superior time management, organizational, and detail‑oriented skills , with a proven ability to multi‑task and prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for clear and concise interaction with clients, agencies, and internal teams. Our Hogarth Values Hands on No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project—big or small—gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. It’s how we deliver real results without cutting corners.Honesty We are real and authentic – with each other and in our work. Honest, direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate, grow, and make meaningful things together. It’s not always easy but it’s always worth it.Heart & Soul We bring heart to everything we make. Passion, pride and relentless drive push us beyond “good enough” – because we care deeply about our craft, and we’re always chasing better. We love what we do, and it shows.Happy Family Creating a space where everyone feels valued—even when opinions differ—makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences, celebrate our wins together, and never lose our sense of humor.Hungry Curiosity keeps us hungry. We question, experiment, and always seek out what’s next. We never settle, and we never stop learning. Equal Opportunity WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. #J-18808-Ljbffr