The Bidding Producer will be responsible for developing accurate, competitive, and strategically structured budgets for commercial, branded, editorial, and original productions. This role works closely with producers, line producers, and leadership to assess project scope, identify production requirements, source crew and vendors, and prepare client-facing estimates.

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The ideal candidate has extensive experience building budgets in Showbiz and/or AICP formats, understands current market rates, and can balance creative ambition with financial realities.

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This position is structured as a monthly retainer and/or project-based engagement, depending on experience, availability, and scope of work.

• Build detailed production estimates and budgets for projects ranging from small content shoots to large-scale commercial productions.
• Review creative briefs, treatments, scripts, and scopes of work to determine production requirements.
• Work closely with Executive Producers and Producers during the bidding process.
• Source preliminary crew, equipment, locations, talent, and vendor pricing as needed.
• Develop multiple budget scenarios based on varying scopes and client budgets.
• Prepare client-facing estimates, bid packages, and supporting documentation.
• Track revisions and maintain version control throughout the bidding process.
• Flag potential risks, budget gaps, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Stay informed on current crew rates, production trends, union considerations, and regional market conditions.

• 5+ years of commercial production experience.
• Strong proficiency in Showbiz Budgeting (required).
• Experience building AICP-compliant budgets.
• Deep understanding of production workflows across pre-production, production, and post-production.
• Familiarity with agency, brand, and direct-to-client bidding environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.