Producer (Retail & Content) - MTC

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

YOUR ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

WPP Production is looking for a passionate and proactive Content Producer (entry mid wt) to join one of our Sydney-based Content teams. This is a critical role responsible for the effective scoping and delivery of social content and retail skewed projects, guiding them from initial briefing stage through content creation, production, and roll-out stages.

As a Content Producer, you will manage this wide range of small to medium scale projects, encompassing content, Retail, Stills, Video, and OOH channels. Supporting more senior production experts, you will be a central point of contact for clients, expertly managing expectations, schedules, budgets, assets, and project scopes. A high level of attention to detail is paramount, even the role's input into creative development and shoots to post-production and financial reporting. Working within our established production frameworks, you will ensure projects are thoroughly mapped, have clearly defined schedules, are profitable, and always deliver a high standard of quality.

You will collaborate closely with specialists from our Client Delivery, Creative & Generative Chapters. With a developing interest in all forms of content production, you will bring strong proficiency in marketing content that can be found in Social Content, Integrated comms, and OOH.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Product & Delivery Excellence:

• Take client briefs and oversee the end-to-end production of content projects, from inception to optimisation.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of content, including Retail, native social, Video, and OOH, executed from original as well as adapted assets.
• Oversee and support moderate to complex productions, ensuring a high standard of documentation and output across all facets of the production lifecycle.
• Ensure client briefs are scoped and estimated accurately and on time, resolving any project clashes efficiently.
• Interrogate and manage the needs and expectations of internal and external stakeholders regarding all aspects of project delivery (costs, timings, quality of output, change requests, risks).

Project & Financial Management:

• Be confident in the development and management timing plans, estimates, and budget trackers for individual projects, monitoring progress against key milestones daily/weekly.
• Ensure timely review and approval of timelines, estimates, and scope of work for new projects by senior production leaders.
• Actively manage and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle, escalating to senior production leads when necessary to resolve blockers.
• Monitor project burn rates and proactively flag any overruns, supporting post-project reconciliations for analysis and reporting of projected vs. actual time/budget/profitability.
• Ensure projects within your remit are delivered profitably through accurate estimating, timely reconciliation, job closure, and minimising write-offs against set targets.
• Recognise and flag instances of missed revenue and scope/timing overruns, sharing learnings for continuous improvement..

Collaboration & Leadership:

• Develop trust-based relationships with relevant client contacts, crew, supplier, and agency partners.
• Work collaboratively with all content studio members to produce the best possible work within agreed budgets and timeframes.
• Support and collaborate with colleagues, offering mentoring and guidance to more junior colleagues.
• Promote a collaborative environment within your studio team and across the broader Content Studios department.
• Contribute to and participate in onboarding programs for new hires as required.

ABOUT YOU

• Likely to have at least 2-3 years experience in content and retail production, content marketing, or a related field, with a strong depth of proficiency across various forms of media (integrated comms and social content, photography, post, OOH).
• Demonstrated ability to take a client brief through all stages of content creation, making, and optimisation.
• Great project management skills, including scoping, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and client expectation management.
• Developing commercial acumen, with experience in creating estimates and POs, tracking budgets, and understanding of the importance of maintaining project profitability.
• Proficient knowledge of the post-production pipeline (edit, colour grading, audio, packaging, delivery).
• Excellent client engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interrogate needs and manage expectations effectively.
• Collaborative mindset, with experience working with creative, strategy, client delivery, and post-production teams.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality output across all projects.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adhere to tight deadlines.
• A proactive, positive, and constructive approach to feedback and team collaboration.
• An interest in staying current with industry trends, insights, and innovations in content production

WHY WPP PRODUCTION?

We are dedicated at creating a truly inclusive culture at all levels of the organisation that encourages different points of view, making the business not only a better company and place to work, but an environment where everyone experiences connection, opportunity and a sense of belonging.

Your growth, development and success are important to us. That's why we have a structured career framework and development program in place, including a clear career plan and access to local and global online learning platforms to support your personal and professional growth.

Balance is important too. Our flexible working arrangements, combining working from home and the office, allow you to balance your professional and personal commitments.

Other benefits include Summer Half Days, Birthday Leave, Loyalty Leave, perkSpace (our internal perks and benefits hub full of resources to support your mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing, including discounts at hundreds of retailers and service-providers), dog-friendly offices with unlimited snacks and drinks, and wellness benefits (including Employee Assistance Program and flu shots, to name a few).

WPP Production is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by laws.

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Why work here: 

At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact 

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.

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