Freelance Senior Producer

k2 is a global luxury brand experience and experiential events agency, part of The Independents Group. Our network of expert strategists, designers, planners, and producers come together to craft meaningful experiences and build lasting partnerships with clients across fashion, beauty, and luxury. To support our continued growth, we are looking for a Senior Producer to join k2 Americas and lead the delivery of exceptional events across our strategic client portfolio. Working alongside our Creative and producers from concept through delivery - for some of the world’s most iconic luxury brands. Key Responsibilities: Event Production & Execution Co-lead the delivery of large-scale, complex B2B events, exhibitions, and brand experiences from concept development through on-site execution and final reconciliation. Lead project kick-off meetings, establishing clear objectives, roles, responsibilities, deliverables, and project governance. Develop comprehensive production schedules, project documentation, critical paths, and workflows to ensure seamless execution across all project phases. Drive the planning and integration of all production and technical elements, including spatial design, staging, lighting, audiovisual, scenic fabrication, guest journey, operational logistics, and show flow. Identify innovative production solutions that enhance quality, efficiency, sustainability, and the overall client experience while maintaining luxury standards. Partner with Creative and Design teams to ensure concepts are technically feasible, financially viable, and executed to the highest level of craftsmanship. Maintain exceptional attention to detail throughout every stage of production, ensuring flawless execution and an elevated guest experience. Anticipate project risks and proactively develop solutions to maintain timelines, budgets, and production quality. Champion excellence in execution, ensuring every project reflects the highest standards of luxury, craftsmanship, and client service. Client & Team Management Serve as a trusted strategic partner and primary point of contact for clients, fostering long‑term relationships through exceptional service, transparency, and proactive communication. Lead communications and collaboration across international teams spanning North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, ensuring alignment, consistency, and seamless project execution. Build, manage, and mentor project teams, including producers, coordinators, freelancers, vendors, and specialist consultants, ensuring the right resources are deployed at every stage. Provide clear day‑to‑day leadership, defining roles, responsibilities, priorities, and expectations while fostering a collaborative, high‑performing team environment. Cultivate a culture of accountability, ownership, and excellence, coaching team members and supporting their professional growth. Anticipate client and project needs, proactively identifying risks and presenting thoughtful, solution‑oriented recommendations before issues arise. Act as the primary escalation point for clients and internal stakeholders, navigating complex challenges with professionalism, diplomacy, and sound judgment. Maintain the highest standards of client service, discretion, and attention to detail expected within the luxury sector. Facilitate effective communication between internal departments, external partners, and clients to ensure alignment on project objectives, timelines, budgets, and deliverables. Represent the agency with professionalism, confidence, and integrity in all client meetings, site visits, presentations, and on‑site engagements. Budget & Project Health Build, own, and manage comprehensive project budgets, ensuring the overall financial health, profitability, and successful delivery of each event from concept through final reconciliation. Maintain accurate financial records, communicating budget updates, and critical financial concerns to management. Identify opportunities for added value while ensuring overall project profitability. Team Development Develop production talent within the team, providing mentorship, leadership, and coaching. Lead by example, maintaining a motivated, professional team committed to delivering exceptional client service. Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and consistent standards of service across teams. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced education in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, or a related field is an advantage. 7+ years of experience delivering high‑end luxury events, exhibitions, brand experiences, or hospitality projects for premium or luxury brands. 5 years of leadership experience managing multidisciplinary production teams within a fast‑paced agency or luxury environment. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex, high‑profile projects with exceptional attention to detail, precision, and flawless execution. Deep understanding of luxury service standards, client expectations, discretion, and white‑glove delivery. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with C‑suite executives, VIP clients, designers, architects, vendors, and international stakeholders. Professional fluency in English required; additional languages (particularly French, Italian, Spanish, or Mandarin) are highly desirable. Exceptional organizational, planning, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple high‑value projects simultaneously while maintaining impeccable standards. Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, and team development capabilities with a collaborative management style. Proven project management expertise, including budget, scheduling, risk management, procurement, and crossfunctional coordination. Ability to remain calm, solutions‑oriented, and decisive in high‑pressure environments with demanding timelines. Strong aesthetic sensibility with an appreciation for luxury craftsmanship, design excellence, and elevated guest experiences. Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Apple ecosystem, budgeting tools, and presentation software. Comprehensive knowledge of permitting and regulatory requirements, including Temporary Place of Assembly (TPA), Special Event, Fire, Health & Safety, Building & Safety, Noise, and related municipal approvals. Strong negotiation skills and established experience managing premium vendors, fabricators, production partners, and venue stakeholders. Willingness and flexibility to travel domestically and internationally, including evenings, weekends, and extended on‑site event periods as required. Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time while working remotely, and in a standing position 50% or more of the time while working offsite. Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Available to work weekends and evenings as needed for events. At k2 Americas and The Independents, we are always looking for personalities with positive charisma who are enthusiastic, selfmotivated, and have a keen sense of aesthetics. k2 Americas embraces and celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. k2 Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our team! #J-18808-Ljbffr K2