About BUCK

BUCK is a talent-driven, global creative company with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Sydney, Amsterdam and London. Since 2004 we have been building a home for the world’s most talented dreamers, makers, and doers in a collaborative, ego-free culture that breeds partnership and creative ambition. At our core, we exist to find creative opportunities in every challenge, not just to think, but to make, and ultimately put extraordinary things into the world that inspire people.

Job Description

BUCK is seeking a full-time experienced Producer. Qualified candidates will manage multiple projects simultaneously, working closely with our clients and BUCK’s creative, technical and management teams. Successful candidates will possess strong project management skills, be familiar with current creative, live-action, design, 2D and 3D animation production techniques and workflows, have the ability to create/control budgets and schedules, and foster creative partnerships. As the first point of contact with our clients, candidates will need excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be well presented with a proven track record of exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

Client Communication and Project Coordination

• Communicate regularly with clients to clarify details, raise questions, and ensure client needs are understood and addressed.

• Facilitate client review sessions, problem-solve where possible, and escalate issues to Executive Producers or Head of Production when necessary.

• Manage client expectations across all projects, negotiating and communicating effectively and seeking support for complex cases

Project Organisation and Documentation

• Create and organize folders following proper naming conventions; proactively add and update team members as needed.

• Ensure all purchase requests are approved, submitted, and documented with an understanding of licensing implications for all inputs.

• Successfully set up new projects and manage current ones utilising all needed resources and platforms.

Project Tracking and Production

• Accurately allocate team resources, manage production planners, and approve bookings.

• Submit project actuals, address any flags, and proactively update status reports.

• Manage and approve team’s hours and complete all steps of project closeout on the appropriate platforms.

Billing and Invoicing

• Monitor client and vendor invoice schedules, approve invoices, and ensure timely submissions.

Bidding and Scoping

• Collaborate with Creative Leads and Department Heads to scope larger projects, ensuring clarity and avoiding vague language.

• Contribute to project bids by coordinating with creative teams, considering scheduling, resources, and project scope. All bids are reviewed by the EP and Head of Production (HoP).

• Forward any new business opportunities to the new business team.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years experience in this position in the field.

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.

• Must be organized and detail oriented.

• Proven ability to multi-task and foresee upcoming production problems alongside their solutions.

• Experience in producing live-action, AR and other new media a plus.

• Based in the Netherlands.

• Knowledge of the Dutch language is considered an asset, but is not a requirement.

• The ability to be in the studio throughout the week / at a minimum once a week. BUCK Europe has a flexible work policy and for this role we feel in studio time is valuable.