Senior Producer (Events)

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ABOUT SLEEK

Sleek is a global, full-service experience marketing agency, renowned for innovative strategies that elevate leading brands, ranking it among London's top 50 fastest-growing companies.

Our philosophy is simple: People before Profit-inside and out. We are on a mission to be the market-leading agency, where excellence is the norm. Rooted in the belief that together we can be better, we are fostering a community where every individual, client, and team member thrives. With a strong commitment to equality, we proudly maintain an impressive colleague engagement score of 87%, positioning Sleek as a top UK employer.

We're honoured to partner with some of the world's biggest brands, delivering events that range from large-scale exhibitions to luxury high-end experiences across a vast range of industries. But for us, it's not about the scale-it's about the quality of the work and the people who make it possible: our team, clients, and suppliers. Together, we create unforgettable experiences that leave a lasting impact.

Are you an individual who is striving to be the best version of yourself?

Do you have innovative ideas that you want to make reality?

Do you want to work in an environment that genuinely cares about you?

Join us on our mission to create beautiful, engaging experiences.

OUR CULTURE

Communication is at the heart of our agency and that's especially true when it comes to our team. We are proud to attract and retain the best people and we know it's critical that individuals feel both challenged and supported with opportunities to progress. Sleek believes in a collective effort when it comes to decision making - we value everyone's contribution and empower our colleagues to help shape us.

No two days are the same and our client base and growth pattern means it can be intense at times. This is when the agility of the Sleek team really comes into its own. We know that the instant you move out of your comfort zone, it means you are growing and that's a genuine opportunity to thrive. We work hard to ensure we are supporting one another to keep pushing boundaries.

As individuals we are self motivated, have high standards and are always willing to learn, regardless of seniority. We know how vital it is for team members to know their value to the business and feel rewarded for their contribution. What you put in, we will always give back.

OUR WORK PLACE

We spend a large proportion of our lives at work and it should be a place that makes you feel good. Sleek is based in a modern office a short walk from Wimbledon where we share everything from playlists to weekend baking efforts. We genuinely have a lot of fun together.

We regularly socialise after work including our Thursday early finish office drinks. In addition, Jen absolutely loves arranging social events for the team including; weekends mini breaks, team away days, Christmas wreath making and more.

You'll find Sleek to be a welcoming place for everyone, from those just starting out in their careers to well-seasoned pros. Whether you are looking to grow and develop, or find work/life balance being a working parent. We will always support you as an individual within an environment where you can realise your true potential. Our learning and development initiatives are structured, meaning what we say when we invest in you.

We anticipate and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and needs. If any reasonable adjustments would make the interview process more comfortable for you, just let us know.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a self-motivated, proactive Senior Producer for events that truly represents Sleek's 'go further' passion.

As a senior, you will be used to leading project teams to deliver complex, creative brand events, managing budgets of over £500k and delighting your clients.

Organisation will be essential to the process, as well as creating genuine, positive stakeholder relationships. Junior and mid level members of the team will look to you for guidance whilst Directors, EP's and Heads of Department will rely on you for support.

Working in partnership with the team, you'll bring strategic concepting to your projects, an appreciation for content and facilitate smooth cross functional collaboration between live, creative and technical departments. You'll have a deep understanding of the processes for delivering projects and will have confidence in pushing boundaries, whilst ensuring projects are delivered on time, in budget and meet Sleek and our client's standards.

Ideating, pitching and briefing will also be key responsibilities. Your understanding and application of the creative and strategic processes involved within project scoping, pitching and delivery will be harnessed to input into the team and wider agency's methodologies, making not only an impact on our clients, but our team too.

The role involves both UK and international travel and will report into a Project Director / Executive Producer. You will likely manage a junior developing their capabilities.

This is an exciting opportunity to produce world class experiences for globally renowned brands, end to end.

RESPONSIBILITIES

PROJECT DELIVERY

• Work closely and proactively with the wider agency either as a project lead or as part of a larger project team, spanning ideating, developing, pitching and producing flawless, innovative event solutions to meet client objectives
• Manage project kick offs and take ownership of critical paths (project plans) to keep all moving parts on track, adhering to all internal and client processes to a meticulous standard
• Able to manage production, strategy and creative resources, based on the project needs, working with all to grow ideas
• Anticipate and respond intuitively to project pinch points or wider challenges with appropriate solutions
• Accurate preparation of pre production and onsite documentation and schedules
• Oversee all delivery partners, ensuring a cohesive approach to the project (sourcing, briefing, negotiating and ensuring deadlines and budgets are met)
• When supporting on larger projects; record and communicate planning updates to the Project Lead during the delivery phases
• Champion Sleek's sustainability principles
• Confidently support and advise junior members of the team and other departments in project delivery best practice
• Share learnings with the team from an operational, technical, creative, content and supplier perspective
• Manage the post-event administrative process, including working with Marketing to create a case study
• Observe where efficiencies could be introduced in how the departments collaborate to deliver projects on time, budget and to the client's needs whilst exceeding stakeholder expectations

FINANCE

• Scope, prepare and manage budgets in multiple currencies, ensuring accuracy with any fluctuations justified, adhering to internal processes including managing scope creep, recording quotes, creating PO's, payment schedules, processing invoices accurately
• Ensure projects are reconciled and information is passed on in a timely fashion to Finance for billing

CREATIVE AND STRATEGY

• Have a good understanding of the clients / brand strategy and how live experiences contribute towards them
• Understand materiality and set design and what is feasible from a budget and timeline perspective
• Have an understanding of the different roles in content, design and strategy, the process involved within each role and the associated timeframes of tasks and is able to support juniors in their learning
• Hold great supplier knowledge of who is able to deliver bespoke, premium items for furniture, props, set build, styling, foliage etc
• Work with the creative team: generating new ideas and facilitating their development

CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS

• Establish strong rapport with all client stakeholders
• Implement client requirements on a project-by-project basis, challenging and suggesting alternatives if it's for the good of the project
• Maintain open communication, setting clear expectations of what is achievable
• Actively participating in internal and external debriefs for the purposes of review and continual improvement

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Contribute to elements of new business pitches including face-to-face presentations if required
• Manage the pitch process for smaller projects, working in synergy with other departments
• Identify and act on opportunities for repeat or new business with existing clients
• Contribute to new business development including industry networking, building relationships, obtaining referrals and liaising with contacts within your existing network

Requirements

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking individuals who represent the following:

• Self-motivated individual who leads by example with enthusiasm towards the role, the company and your colleagues, willingness in taking on tasks, no matter how menial
• Operates to an exceptional level of delivery, balances an excellent eye for detail whilst considering the overall project objectives
• Works in a calm and composed manner when managing multiple projects and deadlines
• Maintains the resilience and stamina required to sustain performance when under pressure
• A true team player who works collaboratively and provides excellent support. Proactively supports their teams development and provides motivation, particularly with inevitable challenges arise
• Passionate about supporting your peers to be better
• Naturally proactive, self-motivated and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Enjoys being involved in a wide variety of projects
• Actively seeks and welcomes feedback
• An ability to build long term, mutually beneficial relationships at all levels
• Leads by example with the ability to inspire and motivate others - particularly when inevitable challenges arise
• Embodies the values of the Sleek team
• Has a passion for culture and design and enjoys exploring latest trends

Benefits

Our benefits were created by Team Sleek to ensure they appeal to a wide range of individuals. Here is a taster of the types of things they include;

• 27 days holiday (excl. UK public holidays). Additional days holiday for each year of service (capped at 3)
• Week-day birthdays off
• Pay Day early finish Fridays (15:00)
• Standard Pension Plan
• Fitness membership
• Company discounts and perks
• Company social events inc. weekly office drinks
• Annual Company Offsite
• Additional Benefits after 1 years' service including Private Health Care
• Opportunity to attend overseas familiarisation trips on behalf of Sleek in luxury accommodation.
• Recent destinations include South Africa, Abu Dhabi and the South of France