Career Opportunities: Executive Producer (93827)
About Us
Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency, specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that forge deep connections between brands and audiences. Recognized by Adweek as Experiential Agency of the Year, we bring a unique blend of strategic insight and execution excellence to every brand activation, corporate event, trade show exhibit, and immersive experience. Our commitment to creativity, innovation, and flawless execution drives us to craft impactful experiential marketing solutions that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust—all around the world.
Summary
The Executive Producer is responsible for working effectively with client and internal teams to deliver event solutions that drive client results and meet Sparks’ financial requirements. This role is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring 2–3 days per week in-office based out of Philadelphia, PA or surrounding regions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of large and/ or complex projects
- Lead in kick-off meeting
- Define roles and responsibilities of the project team
- Develop contact sheet and ensure it is kept up to date
- Lead development of production schedule, project documents and organization of information
- Participate in creative development when appropriate
- Organize and manage communications between event team members
- Serve as a key contact for client communications
- Manage freelance resources
- Identify, negotiate and book external resources as needed/directed (crew members, facilities, travel)
- Look for innovative solutions to production methods
- Effective Timeline and Budget Management:
- Develop, manage and communicate project timelines for all components of the defined scope
- Develop, manage and communicate project budgets that meet the goals of and display value to the client
- Track budget costs throughout the course of project
- Communicate scope changes that affect budget to the client in a clear manner
- Utilize internal resources whenever possible - manage/reduce third party costs
- Reconcile budgets and lead internal and external project debriefs
- Relationship Management
- Develop a positive working relationship with the client with a focus on business acquisition
- Foster a positive working environment within the production team
- Foster in a positive working environment within the office/company
- Provide best practice and future event recommendations based on experience with the client
- Develop Production Talent
- Mentor and coach junior event/production staff to develop skills that can meet changing client needs
- Develop and actively manage vendor/ freelance relationships to ensure best available resources
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
- 10+ years of production experience in a major agency, communications company or production company
- Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and client relations
- Excellent business and report-writing skills
- Knowledge of software logistics and basic technical knowledge
- Strong production competencies: client focus, accountability for results, team effectiveness, developing others, attention to detail, flexibility and professional confidence
- Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a team player
- Ability to operate within a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Travel Requirements
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life, Accident and Disability
- Retirement with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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About Us
Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency, specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that forge deep connections between brands and audiences. Recognized by Adweek as Experiential Agency of the Year, we bring a unique blend of strategic insight and execution excellence to every brand activation, corporate event, trade show exhibit, and immersive experience. Our commitment to creativity, innovation, and flawless execution drives us to craft impactful experiential marketing solutions that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust—all around the world.
Summary
The Executive Producer is responsible for working effectively with client and internal teams to deliver event solutions that drive client results and meet Sparks’ financial requirements. This role is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring 2–3 days per week in-office based out of Philadelphia, PA or surrounding regions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of large and/ or complex projects
- Lead in kick-off meeting
- Define roles and responsibilities of the project team
- Develop contact sheet and ensure it is kept up to date
- Lead development of production schedule, project documents and organization of information
- Participate in creative development when appropriate
- Organize and manage communications between event team members
- Serve as a key contact for client communications
- Manage freelance resources
- Identify, negotiate and book external resources as needed/directed (crew members, facilities, travel)
- Look for innovative solutions to production methods
- Effective Timeline and Budget Management:
- Develop, manage and communicate project timelines for all components of the defined scope
- Develop, manage and communicate project budgets that meet the goals of and display value to the client
- Track budget costs throughout the course of project
- Communicate scope changes that affect budget to the client in a clear manner
- Utilize internal resources whenever possible - manage/reduce third party costs
- Reconcile budgets and lead internal and external project debriefs
- Relationship Management
- Develop a positive working relationship with the client with a focus on business acquisition
- Foster a positive working environment within the production team
- Foster in a positive working environment within the office/company
- Provide best practice and future event recommendations based on experience with the client
- Develop Production Talent
- Mentor and coach junior event/production staff to develop skills that can meet changing client needs
- Develop and actively manage vendor/ freelance relationships to ensure best available resources
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
- 10+ years of production experience in a major agency, communications company or production company
- Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and client relations
- Excellent business and report-writing skills
- Knowledge of software logistics and basic technical knowledge
- Strong production competencies: client focus, accountability for results, team effectiveness, developing others, attention to detail, flexibility and professional confidence
- Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a team player
- Ability to operate within a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Travel Requirements
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life, Accident and Disability
- Retirement with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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About Us
Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency, specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that forge deep connections between brands and audiences. Recognized by Adweek as Experiential Agency of the Year, we bring a unique blend of strategic insight and execution excellence to every brand activation, corporate event, trade show exhibit, and immersive experience. Our commitment to creativity, innovation, and flawless execution drives us to craft impactful experiential marketing solutions that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust—all around the world.
Summary
The Executive Producer is responsible for working effectively with client and internal teams to deliver event solutions that drive client results and meet Sparks’ financial requirements. This role is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring 2–3 days per week in-office based out of Philadelphia, PA or surrounding regions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of large and/ or complex projects
- Lead in kick-off meeting
- Define roles and responsibilities of the project team
- Develop contact sheet and ensure it is kept up to date
- Lead development of production schedule, project documents and organization of information
- Participate in creative development when appropriate
- Organize and manage communications between event team members
- Serve as a key contact for client communications
- Manage freelance resources
- Identify, negotiate and book external resources as needed/directed (crew members, facilities, travel)
- Look for innovative solutions to production methods
- Effective Timeline and Budget Management:
- Develop, manage and communicate project timelines for all components of the defined scope
- Develop, manage and communicate project budgets that meet the goals of and display value to the client
- Track budget costs throughout the course of project
- Communicate scope changes that affect budget to the client in a clear manner
- Utilize internal resources whenever possible - manage/reduce third party costs
- Reconcile budgets and lead internal and external project debriefs
- Relationship Management
- Develop a positive working relationship with the client with a focus on business acquisition
- Foster a positive working environment within the production team
- Foster in a positive working environment within the office/company
- Provide best practice and future event recommendations based on experience with the client
- Develop Production Talent
- Mentor and coach junior event/production staff to develop skills that can meet changing client needs
- Develop and actively manage vendor/ freelance relationships to ensure best available resources
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
- 10+ years of production experience in a major agency, communications company or production company
- Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and client relations
- Excellent business and report-writing skills
- Knowledge of software logistics and basic technical knowledge
- Strong production competencies: client focus, accountability for results, team effectiveness, developing others, attention to detail, flexibility and professional confidence
- Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a team player
- Ability to operate within a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Travel Requirements
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life, Accident and Disability
- Retirement with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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