Vice President, Executive Producer — AI, EMEA

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Vice President, Executive Producer — AI, EMEA

Edelman is seeking a strategic and hands-on AI Production Technologist to support our growing use of Generative AI in the EMEA region. This role will serve as the central resource for all things AI within our Studio and Production organization across EMEA, advising teams on the capabilities, best practices, and responsible use of generative AI tools in creative production. You will act as a subject matter expert on AI tool vendors, helping teams navigate selection, procurement, and application of the most effective solutions. You will also advise on regional rules and regulations governing AI usage, ensuring compliance and risk-aware deployment of technologies. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of AI-driven creative workflows, a pulse on emerging capabilities, and a passion for transforming the way we create. This position requires close collaboration across production, creative, and operational teams to support efficient, forward-thinking, and ethical use of AI in real-world projects throughout the EMEA region.

Edelman is a leader in new media, and will constantly look to streamline operations and innovate processes to achieve a nimble workflow that allows space for ideas to develop. We are constantly creating the unexpected.

We live at the intersection of PR, Advertising, Social, Digital, Earned Media, and Experiential. We blur the lines between each medium to create smart, innovative, and powerful work that gets people talking and engaging with brands in new ways. We are passionate, unconventional, and driven by a desire to create the best work in the world. Here, entrepreneurship is at the core of our business. The person for this position will clearly show innovative thinking and vision for the future of content creation.

Skills & Responsibilities

• Expertise in Creative AI Tools: Strong working knowledge of generative AI tools used in creative production—such as image, video, audio, and text generation platforms such as Runway, Elevenlabs, Firefly, TopazAI, with a focus on practical application.
• In-Depth Understanding of Advertising: A deep understanding of advertising principles, market trends, and consumer behavior, demonstrating the ability to align AI technologies with advertising strategies effectively.
• Innovative Problem Solver: Proven ability to identify challenges within advertising production processes and devise creative AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and creativity.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, bridging the gap between technical expertise and creative requirements, fostering a synergistic environment.
• Continuous Learning: A proactive approach to staying updated with the latest advancements in AI and advertising, showcasing a commitment to continuous learning and skill development.
• Results-Driven Mindset: A results-oriented approach with a focus on optimizing advertising campaigns, improving ROI, and achieving measurable outcomes through AI implementations.
• Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of explaining complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders, facilitating smooth communication across teams.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in developing, testing, and deploying AI solutions, ensuring accuracy and reliability in all aspects of advertising production.
• Adaptability and Creativity: Demonstrated ability to adapt AI techniques creatively, tailoring solutions to unique advertising challenges, and pushing the boundaries of conventional thinking in both AI and advertising domains.

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of production experience in Communications Marketing and/or related fields
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead a team of producers, directors, writers, and other creative professionals.
• Passion for being a student of the industry.
• Base knowledge of industry talent and vendors.
• Appetite to produce work in all specialties (Digital, Social, Broadcast, Radio, Print, Experiential, Fabrication).
• Proficiency in industry software and systems.
• Excellent planning, organizing, and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative work ethic.
• Understanding of all processes involved in a production lifecycle (video, design, digital).
• Budget preparation skills.

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Our 6,000 people in more than 60 offices deliver communications strategies that give our clients the confidence to lead and act with certainty, earning the trust of their stakeholders. Our honors include the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for PR; Advertising Age’s 2019 A-List; the Holmes Report’s 2018 Global Digital Agency of the Year; and, five times, Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work. Since our founding in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business. Edelman owns specialty companies Edelman Data & Intelligence (DxI) and United Entertainment Group (entertainment, sports, lifestyle).

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.