Production Assistant

At Akkodis, we use our insight, knowledge, and global resources to make exceptional connections every day. With 60 branch offices located strategically throughout North America, we are positioned perfectly to deliver the industry's top talent to each of our clients. Clients choose Akkodis as their workforce partner to solve staffing challenges that range from locating hard-to-find niche talent to completing quick-fill demands.

 

Akkodis is seeking a Production Assistant for a contract role  with a client located in Bristol CT, New York NY, Charlotte NC (4X Onsite)

Pay Rate :  $32/hr.-$34/hr.      

Location: Bristol CT, New York NY, Charlotte NC (4X Onsite)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The work will be a blend of internal projects (sourcing footage/audio, editing sessions, etc. for campaigns across all properties), backend processing work (admin and invoicing for vendors and talent), and supporting live action productions (coordinating talent travel and logistics, etc.).

It would be helpful for candidates to have an interest in sports media, but not a requirement. It's much more important for the candidates to have an interest in marketing and production in general. Experience supporting procedural production activities would be helpful.

Sports Marketing & Content Production

The Production Assistant for Sports Marketing & Content will play a critical role in the production of a wide variety of projects within our dynamic sports marketing and content portfolio. This position supports the creation of captivating content that deeply resonates with our audience and aligns seamlessly with our brands vision. The Associate Producer will work in close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless delivery of high-caliber, impactful content. Ideal candidates will possess a passion for sports, culture, and entertainment, coupled with a demonstrated history of producing engaging content across diverse platforms.

Responsibilities:

·         Lead and support the creation of promotional marketing content across all platforms, including linear, digital, social media, and new media formats.

·         Set clear goals and manage workloads, collaborating seamlessly with creatives, editors, and production teams.

·         Work closely with cross-functional teams in Creative Studio, Brand Management, Media, Production, and Programming to ensure unified messaging and branding.

·         Oversee the production budget, ensuring timely and financially responsible delivery of all projects.

·         Build and maintain strong relationships with external production companies, agencies, and vendors to produce top-tier content that embodies brand.

·         Stay updated on the latest content production trends and technologies to foster innovation and improve team efficiency.

·         Strategically plan calendars and production schedules, balancing long-term initiatives with quick-turn projects.

·         Ensure all marketing and content productions uphold  high creative standards and align with its mission and values.

·         Act as a brand steward, maintaining consistency and quality across all touchpoints.

·         Handle footage and manage clip-based projects efficiently.

·         Write marketing copy and scripts as needed and allow enough time for feedback from all stakeholders

·         Supervise the formatting and tracking of all deliverables while looking for efficiencies in every step of that process

Basic Qualifications       

·         At least 2 years of experience in marketing production, preferably within sports, entertainment, or related fields.

·         Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects at once.

·         Excellent communication and collaboration skills, adept at building relationships across diverse teams.

·         Superior presentation skills, capable of articulating a creative vision and securing stakeholder buy-in.

·         Proficient in production and editing software, with a good grasp of emerging technologies and platforms.

·         Solid understanding of brand development and multichannel marketing strategies.

·         Skilled at working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail.

·         Deep knowledge of the sports industry and a passion for storytelling.

·         A portfolio showcasing successful marketing campaigns and productions.

·         A fervent drive for creativity, innovation, and challenging traditional marketing norms

 

Preferred Qualifications               Technical background in Adobe Suite, Premier

Required Education        High school diploma

The work will be a blend of internal projects (sourcing footage/audio, editing sessions, etc. for campaigns), backend processing work (admin and invoicing for vendors and talent), and supporting live action productions (coordinating talent travel and logistics, etc.).

If you are interested in this Production Assistant  - in New York, NY  (Onsite) then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact Priyanka Khurana at Priyanka.khurana@akkodisgroup.com

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

 

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.modis.com/en-us/candidate-privacy/

 

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Pay Details: $32.00 to $34.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.akkodis.com/en/us/candidate-privacy-policy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance