Brand Strategist (Open Level)
Job Summary
OKRP is an independent, new-model, Chicago-based creative agency that delivers big-agency creativity with start-up ingenuity. Coming out of last year, we all learned to flex new muscles and “work together, apart”, creating new efficiencies and tweaking processes as we went. We’re currently busy meeting talented people of all different backgrounds, skillsets and levels so when the time comes to pull the trigger we’ve got a jumpstart on formalities. Here at OKRP Strategy serves a crucial role in creating unmissable, influential work, and we need our next great strategist.
What we’re looking for:
- A strategist who can take complex inputs – both qualitative and quantitative – and build tight briefs that inspire creatives to deliver effective work
- One who can craft and present impactful stories using facts, insights, and cultural inputs
- A great collaborator who understands that a strategist should NOT see themselves as the smartest person in the room, rather the most helpful
- Who is comfortable in ambiguity. Who can anticipate the changing needs of our clients and the marketplace and tailor their activities and outputs to get to the best work possible
- Someone who can work autonomously, manage up, and takes pride in creating a reputation of accountability
- Who is in touch with culture and is passionate about monitoring and speculating on its trajectory
- And finally, someone who is willing to see strategy through to execution. Someone who knows the job isn’t done at the creative brief, someone who dives into communications planning, helps sell the work through, and plays whatever role they need to get to great, influential work that our clients are proud to put in market.
Education
- Bachelor’s required, preferably in a social / human-oriented field (e.g., Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, etc.) or communication/marketing (e.g., Integrated Marketing, Brand Planning, etc.). Master’s degree or higher is desirable.
Experience
- While the ideal person for this role will, indeed, embody the above traits, we aren’t necessarily focused on the level of experience. At OKRP a cultural fit is always our top priority, so we’re looking for someone whose wheelhouse fits our description but who is also looking to contribute to the growth and community of our agency by bringing a new-school thought process with them!
Senior Copywriter
Job Summary
We are looking for Senior Copywriters that are searching to find the big idea that also have the passion to sweat the details. A problem solver with soul that finds solutions that feel both human and true, drawing insights from the real word. At OKRP, we believe work is ready when we “feel” it.
Our creatives are prolific and iterative in their approach to the work. They’re deeply collaborative, transparent communicators who always endeavor to “bring something extra” to each assignment. Egoless creativity is key.
The Sr. Copywriter is responsible, in the area of creative for:
- Ownership is key to success. The Sr. Copywriter is responsible for the execution of ideas across TV, print, digital and social channels while directing photographers, illustrators, animators, and junior designers with the utmost attention to detail.
- Participating in all meetings, calls and creative briefings for the internal creative team
- Supporting the Creative Director in day-to-day creative deliverables
- Delivering thoughtful solutions to client briefs
- Routing creative/copy internally for proper approvals with Creative Director
- Managing projects’ creative assets and schedules to ensure on-time deliverables
- Always striving to find the big idea, but also recognize little nuances that give the perfect look and texture.
- Working with CDs and GCDs you will seek out improvement, both in the work that is created and growth as an individual. The Sr. Copywriter should always be looking to master their craft and improve on their skills.
- The Sr. Copywriter should be current on trends beyond advertising – understanding what is relevant in both culture and technology.
- People that work at OKRP are smart, driven, and collaborative. They care about each other and are expected to help each other grow as creatives and as people. Performing other duties as required or assigned that at are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in English, writing, or related field
Experience
- 5 years minimum industry experience, or applicable work experience, and strong recommendations
- Experience working on large, integrated, cross-channel campaigns – and a killer book to boot.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Possess strong copywriting background/skills
- Be both right-brained and left-brained – but never overthink work.
- Resilient in the face of ambiguity and change
- Should be a strong internal communicator, excellent at managing up and down, and a great presenter for pitches.
- Exceptional time-management, organization, written/verbal communication skills
- Energy, curiosity, and an ability to maintain your sense of humor under tight timelines and long hours
- Fluent in Microsoft Word, Google shared documents and have familiarity with Keynote.
Sr. Producer
Job Summary
At OKRP, we see our Producers as lightning rods for great content and client satisfaction. A Senior Producer must be an expert at both relationships and process and on top of all that, a proven, proactive leader. They are orchestrators, motivators, and unflappable problem solvers, who, simply put, are smoothest at crunch time.
You will oversee production projects including video, print, and content of all kinds – from pitches to every conceivable kind of final deliverable. You will foster and maintain relationships with internal teams, clients, and outside partners/vendors like production companies, recording studios, post facilities, and more – securing estimates and outlining parameters and schedules for agency projects.
Strong and clear communication is key. Attention to detail and organizational skills are must-haves. You should have an innate ability to anticipate potential conflicts and provide alternate solutions on the spot. In short, you should embody the OKRP principle of being “nimble, quick, and prolific.”
The Senior Producer is responsible for:
- Managing production activities on multiple accounts and maintaining professional-client contact.
- Leading a project team of production resources including staff, freelance and vendors.
- Collaborating with creative teams to determine suitable production partners for each creative concept
- Working with production companies to obtain director treatments and preparing estimates and triple bids as necessary
- Developing production and post production schedules.
- Overseeing of all phases of production including shoots, edits, voice-over, sound mixing and color sessions.
- Maintaining exceptional working relationships with clients, while attending status and review meetings as required.
- Following through on post-production and final deliverables, including shipping and completion reports.
- Performing other duties as required or assigned that at are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required
Experience
- 5+ years industry experience, or applicable work experience, and strong recommendations
- Varied experience as a line and agency producer is a plus
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral
- Experience managing small and large budget projects ($500K – $2M a plus)
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Knowledge of SAG talent rules and requirements
- Flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguity and change
- Ability to collaborate quickly with external and internal teams
- Time management skills and ability to manage priorities and workflow
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to change
- BONUS: Spanish language skills
Video Editor
Job Summary
As an Editor at Whiskey & Bananas, you are a motivated, curious, individual who will play an important role in our busy and expanding studio, reporting to the Head of Production and the Supervising Editor. You are both creative and technical, wanting to grow with any project you are assigned to.
The person best-equipped to succeed in this position is not easily intimidated by large deliverable batches and quick turnaround times. You are an organized and strong communicator with a team-player mindset, as well as a thought leader who can add value to teams and projects by offering up innovative ideas. You thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Along with being highly organized, the Editor will be great at prioritizing and able to balance multiple projects, potentially on various accounts at one time. To that, you must be able to work with various account lead, creative team, and project manager personalities.
The Editor is responsible, in the area of production, for:
- Creating outstanding content for broadcast, cinema, social, and internal use from offline edit through final delivery.
- Loading dailies, create proxy files, and sync sound if needed
- Assessing footage through repeated screenings and selection
- Using temp music, VO, graphics, and sound effects to create a film which reaches creative goals but also surprises and delights with new ideas.
- Working in session with OKRP teams to craft the final film, taking creative and client notes and goals into account.
- Preparing for finish sessions such as color, mix, and VFX.
- More often than not, conforming the final edit after finishing sessions. Adding final VFX, graphics, and slate information
- Outputting to delivery spec for multiple outlets and traffic options
- Demonstrating proficiency in After Effects
- Adapting to many styles of filmmaking, whether docu style, narrative, montage, rip, etc
- Performing other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Film Production and/or Post-Production
Experience
- Previous experience in professional editorial settings, whether through internships or entry level work.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Basic/working knowledge of Adobe Premiere & Photoshop.
- Knowledge of other programs like After Effects, Resolve, or Avid is a plus.
- Exceptional time-management, organization, multitasking, and communication skills.
- Ability to be a team player.
- Possesses energy, curiosity, and an ability to maintain your sense of humor under tight timelines and long hours.
- Has an eye for detail
- Resourceful in problem-solving and knows when to elevate concerns to receive more guidance
- Flexible and adaptable in the face of ambiguity and change
- Organized and maintains an organized file management system and file server