Creative Producer (San Jose)

We are distillery, an independent creative practice trusted by world-leading B2B, purpose and consumer organizations to deliver tangible value through our marketing specialisms. Our purpose is to empower ambitious business leaders and marketers to make a difference. We achieve this through compassion, curiosity and a commitment to achieve outstanding results every time.

We take care of our people and we are always looking for opportunities for growth. Our leadership priorities are simplicity, transparency, and humanity. We enable all our distillers to make their mark - on their careers, the clients they work with, and the world.

distillery, creativity made to measure.

The Role

We’re looking for a

Creative Producer

who is as comfortable steering a high-stakes and high-volume client meeting as they are navigating a complex post-production timeline, all baked in measurable business outcomes for the client. This isn't just about video storytelling; it’s about bringing cross-channel content programs to life—from social campaigns and deep-dive written content to large-scale multimedia projects.

You’ll be the bridge where big ideas from our strategy, and creative teams meet flawless execution powered through our AI toolset. As a client-facing lead, you’ll manage the full lifecycle of a project, ensuring our work hits the mark strategically, emotionally, and commercially. Whether you’re fine-tuning a script, managing a budget, or coordinating a global content rollout, you do it with a human touch and a relentless focus on measurable results.

How You Will Make Your Mark

Client Management: Build bridges, not just projects. You’ll manage stakeholder expectations with transparency, ensuring our time-starved B2B partners always feel heard and supported. Navigate the why. You’ll lead client presentations and feedback sessions with confidence, balancing empathy for their pain points with the creative conviction needed to deliver results. Own the relationship. From the first kick-off call to the final wrap-up, you are the face of distillery, ensuring a collaborative and high-energy experience.

AI-Enhanced Creativity: Work smarter, not just harder. You’ll champion the use of AI tools within our production workflows to extend our human capabilities, from rapid prototyping to streamlining post-production. Bridge the tech gap. You’ll collaborate with our team to find innovative ways to deliver more value to clients, ensuring our tech-driven solutions always feel undeniably human. Stay curious. You’ll keep a pulse on emerging AI trends, helping the team stay at the forefront of what’s possible in modern content creation.

Pre-Production: Prepare detailed call sheets, outlining shoot schedules and essential information for cast and crew. Source and coordinate skilled crew members, including camera operators, gaffers, sound engineers, and DIT support. Secure necessary production insurance and equipment rentals, ensuring smooth and compliant operations.

Post-Production: Coordinate with editors throughout the post-production process to ensure timely delivery of exceptional content. Step in to edit where needed. Provide clear feedback and guidance to editors, ensuring alignment with project goals and brand aesthetics. Deliver final assets, including packaging files, while meticulously adhering to technical specifications and deadlines. Troubleshoot any post-production challenges and proactively seek solutions.

Editorial Expertise: Assist with paper edits, providing valuable input on scripts and other written materials. Ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity in all content.

Budgeting & Scheduling: Develop comprehensive shoot schedules, optimizing time and resources. Create and manage project budgets, tracking hard costs in

Productive

agency management software.

Project Management: Maintain project files, ensuring all assets, documentation, licensing information, and deliverables are organized and readily accessible on our shared drive. Execute project wrap-up procedures, archiving materials and completing necessary documentation. Support the wider team on tasks as and when required to ultimately support client impact.

Culture & Mentorship Mentor junior members of the team to support skills growth, confidence, and collaboration. Champion an inclusive, respectful, and curious culture.

Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including generous holiday allowance and medical coverage including dental. We work 2-3 days per week in our office in San Francisco.

What You Will Bring to Make Your Mark A passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail across a range of different materials Proven experience on set Strong knowledge of video production workflows and post-production processes. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. A proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.

Diversity & Inclusion at Distillery

At distillery,

diversity, equity, and inclusion

are at the heart of everything we do. With

75% of leadership roles globally held by women

and

42% of our team coming from diverse backgrounds , we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through initiatives like

Studio d.

and projects such as our

diversity typeface , we amplify diverse voices, foster creativity, and make a positive impact.

We are an

Equal Opportunity Employer . We value diversity and encourage people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

We actively encourage

progressive, divergent thinking

and innovative ways to deliver.

We welcome applications from individuals of all experiences and perspectives to join us in shaping a more equitable, inclusive, and innovative future.

Recruitment agency friends

– we appreciate the interest, but we’ve got this one covered. Thanks!

Learn more about us:

www.wearedistillery.com