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🚀 Creative Operations Insights #7 🚀 I have often wondered which of the following roles I am most suited to: 📈Project manager 🗣️Producer 🏗️Production coordinator 🛠️Operations manager In my head these are all “Creatove Operations” jobs. Over my career so far I have undertaken all of these roles multiple times and I think I have finally begun to understand the key differences between them all. 📈From my work at Mrs Wordsmith, I saw that a project manager turns someone else’s idea into a sequence of actionable steps and then helps to coordinate those tasks and keep them on track. They deliver the output they were commissioned to project manage. 🗣️From my work with The Cambridge Impronauts I saw that a producer does what a project manager does but with creative projects and frequently acts as the project sponsor in addition to the day-to-day manager of work. This means they are often the ones who commission the project as well as the ones who help organise it. 🏗️From my work alongside Scribble Room Animation, I saw that Production coordinators focus on the planning, scheduling and execution of the “production” phase of a project. They may work under a project manager or producer and their task is to coordinate the many parts that come together to make the ‘output’. 🛠️Finally, from my work at Up Learn I saw that Operations Managers are the only role to not work on a “project by project basis”. They take on a more permanent position within an organisation and try to set up standardised processes and tools to empower the other roles to do their work in a faster or more robust way. 🕵🏻♂️So which is the job for me? Turns out I can’t quite decide and I think that’s okay! … I realise that in every job I’ve had I have continued to take on elements of each of these titles as what I love most of all is responsibility and variety in my work! 😍This leads me to work with a huge array of people from creatives to accountants and grow my network. It allows me to have the greatest impact possible on an organisation and it means I am always pushing myself to learn more and more. Now that’s job satisfaction. #whoami #creativeoperations #manyhats #projectmanagement #producer #productionmanagement #operationsmanager

PSA: For those looking to hire that may not instantly understand why a TV Producer has applied for your job, or why they may be a great fit for ANY team... It is our job to dive into an unknown world, and instantly become well-versed in what makes that world tick. We learn on the fly, and are experts at being professional about it. We tend to wear many hats, and that's not a bad thing! <I'd like to change it to jack of all trades, and (very quickly) mastering them all ;)> We oftentimes are both right and left-brained - advising on creative in one minute, then overseeing budgets or schedules the next. We can juggle a lot, like a lot a lot. (We often work in skeleton crews and have to pick up the slack as needed. #teamworkmakesthedreamwork) Our world hasn't exactly been happening this past year...and it's rough out there. So if you're looking for the most dedicated, loyal, go-getters... I challenge you to interview some TV Producers...Even if you don't immediately recognize the connection between the job posting and their resumes. #TVProducer #TVProduction #ProjectManager #ProgramManager #ProductManager #ITProjectManager #ConstructionProjectManager #MarketingProjectManager #EventManager #ScrumMaster #AgileProjectManager #OperationsManager #Recruiters

Good brief / bad brief is brief a part of project that should be ready before hiring/ involving project managers? Are project managers creating or filling out gaps in briefs based on requests coming from other department or are briefs finalised before reaching creatives? Is insufficient brief a red flag or ask for help? What’s your experience, guys? Any crazy brief stories…? #brief #creative #project #projectmanager #management

I often get asked, “what does a producer do?”. It’s my favourite question as it opens a platform for a long conversation. On any given day a producer is: ✅ A project manager (the obvious) ✅ A CEO (managing a team of talented individuals working on solving a business problem within a set budget with the aim of delivering stellar service and making profit) ✅ An HR partner (looking for the best talent to execute the vision) ✅ An accountant (budgets, burns, reports, margins) ✅ An engineer (problem-solving and looking for solutions) ✅ A travel agent (we all did this at some point in our career, let’s be honest) ✅ A creative sparring partner ✅ A sales rep ✅ A business developer ✅ A strategist  ✅ A therapist ... This list can go on and on and on. So why am I sharing this? Two reasons: -> A kind reminder to respect your producer as they are likely doing their damn best for your vision and work to come true and succeed. -> If you ever wonder whether to hire a producer (for any role), you won’t find a more versatile, more curious, and fast learning individual out there. So go for it! What other 🎩 do fellow producers wear? Curious to hear your thoughts in the comments. #producer #producerlife #production

Do I know any Associate Producer looking for a new job? Because Secret Mode is hiring 🤩 Check the details below: Associate Producer | Secret Mode | Hybrid (2 days in their Leamington Spa office) Full JD: https://bit.ly/43EAXrW 💡 Collaborate with the Production team to ensure all projects stay on track, adhering to our best practices for development success. 💡 Facilitate key meetings, capturing and acting on essential discussions to keep our teams aligned and our projects moving forward. 💡 Maintain and update project schedules, ensuring timely delivery and clear communication across departments. 💡 Resolve scheduling conflicts and contribute to risk analysis, ensuring project goals are achievable within capacity limits. What you will bring: ➕ Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Miro, and Excel to support project tracking and team coordination. ➕ Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with both colleagues and partners. ➕ A proactive attitude towards problem-solving and project management, with a keenness to learn and adapt. ➕ An organized approach, ensuring information is accurately collated and disseminated. If you decide to apply let me know! 👀 ➡️Ps.: Are you at entry-level looking for material to prep? Check the #ELSH: https://lnkd.in/e9YT9Fht --- 📣 Follow #RethinkRecruitment and ring the 🔔 to read about: 📙 #GameDev Recruitment Best Practices 🔎 #JobHunting, #CareerAdvice & #RecruiterTips 👁️ Bird's Eye View & the #ELSH ⏩ https://entrylevel.games/ 🌟 Opinions are very much my own™️

Project Managers! Did you know there are interesting and unexpected job opportunities waiting for you out there? Check out this article to explore eight unique career paths that leverage your project management skills. 🚀 As a project manager, you're no stranger to the fast-paced and dynamic nature of the job. But have you ever considered working as a Film Producer, Director of Events, Luxury Travel Consultant, Band Tour Manager, Political Chief of Staff, Urban Planner and more? According to The Digital Project Manager, your innate people skills, risk management expertise and ability to communicate and collaborate make you the perfect fit for these roles. And here's the best part: additional qualifications aren't always required! No matter your interests, there's a job suited to your project management abilities. Ready to explore these exciting opportunities and take your career to new heights? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gdfHrMzq Tag a fellow project manager who might be interested in these unique job prospects and tell us your dream project management role below. #ProjectManagement #CareerOpportunities #DreamJob #Psoda