Social Content Producer at Barkley

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Advertising, MediaIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of experience in production, social experience a must
Ability to operate with significant autonomy
Ability to prioritize
Ability to be a hands-on producer as required
Ability to effectively and efficiently create budgets and schedules
Ability to manage/supervise multiple projects within budget and ensure related timeline completion
Ability to provide clear and concise direction to agency partners within BarkleyOKRP
Excellent negotiation skills
Experience in generating production plans and schedules
Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential

Responsibilities

Lead your creative partners through production approaches, schedules and budgets
Oversee production of social content in a quick and nimble way often wearing multiple hats and partnering with a smaller crew
An affinity for industry best practices and the platforms we love
Lead and produce work in an innovative way that enables ideas for the social space to thrive
Keep abreast of the latest social platforms, techniques, partners and reels
Collaborate with creative teams and make recommendations based on expert knowledge
Stay current on production partners that work with the agency’s model of being agile and cost effective, as well as delivering on creative excellence
Ability to produce post production jobs when necessary
Communicate strongly and effectively with internal and client teams, when necessary, to drive status meetings, internal team prioritization decisions, and guide overall project timing
Create opportunities for emerging production talent within the production industry, understanding that diversity and inclusion is expected

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Social Media ProductionContent ProductionPost ProductionSocial TrendsCreative ProductionBudget ManagementProject SchedulingPlatform KnowledgeTeam CollaborationAgile Production

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or office-based?

The role is based out of the Chicago office.

What experience is required for this position?

Candidates need 3+ years of experience in production with social experience required.

What key skills are needed for the Social Content Producer role?

Essential skills include creating budgets and schedules, managing multiple projects within budget and timeline, strong verbal and written communication, and excellent negotiation skills.

What is the company culture like at BarkleyOKRP?

The culture emphasizes a nimble team of creative problem solvers, radical diversity and inclusion, and fostering creative original thinking.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate is super creative, detail-oriented, enthusiastic about social media and trends, able to operate with autonomy, prioritize effectively, and provide clear direction to teams.

Barkley

Full-service marketing and advertising agency

About Barkley

Barkley is a marketing and advertising agency focused on creating modern brands that appeal to today's consumers. The agency works across various sectors, including consumer goods, finance, healthcare, non-profit, restaurant, retail, and travel, serving clients from large corporations to retail and hospitality brands. Barkley offers a wide range of marketing solutions, including advertising, communication, product innovation, media strategy, and talent management. By utilizing deep consumer insights, they develop campaigns that resonate with audiences and keep brands relevant. Their services include experience design, digital platform optimization, influencer activations, and creative campaign development, allowing them to support clients in achieving their business goals, whether launching new products or enhancing consumer engagement. Barkley's unique combination of creativity and data-driven insights sets them apart from competitors, ensuring they stay ahead of market trends.

Kansas City, MissouriHeadquarters

1964Year Founded

$5.1MTotal Funding

MERGERCompany Stage

Consulting, Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Rapid acquisitions may lead to integration challenges and cultural clashes within Barkley.

The merger with OKRP could result in operational inefficiencies and client conflicts.

Investment from a Chicago firm may lead to strategic shifts disrupting current operations.

Differentiation

Barkley is one of the largest independent, employee-owned advertising agencies in the U.S.

The agency combines creativity with data-driven insights for modern consumer engagement.

Barkley's integrated marketing approach spans multiple industries, ensuring brand relevance.

Upsides

Barkley's acquisition of Adlucent enhances its performance media and MarTech capabilities.

The merger with OKRP creates one of the largest independent marketing firms in the U.S.

Barkley's focus on ESG aligns with growing consumer demand for sustainable brands.

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