Holders of the Guinness World Record for the "Largest Fireworks Display" ever recorded and "Largest Pyrotechnic Image", Fireworks by Grucci is a sixth-generation, family-owned and operated company. Known as "America's First Family of Fireworks," the Gruccis have transformed the night skies to the delight of millions across the globe since 1850. They are world-renowned for pyrotechnic artistry, scientific innovation and old-fashioned values. Their signature performances include the official celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the National Anthem “Star Spangled Spectacular,†in Baltimore, countless performances in and around Las Vegas, NV., seven consecutive U.S. Presidential Inaugurations; the Olympic Games in Beijing, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles and Lake Placid; commemorations such as the Centennial of the Statue of Liberty and star-studded extravaganzas including the grand opening of the Atlantis Dubai and the Palm Jumeirah Island in the United Arab Emirates. On New Year’s Eve 2013, a stunning performance displaying 479,651 fireworks made its debut above Dubai’s iconic skyline. The Gruccis achieved their “Largest Fireworks Display†title with this performance and smashed the Guinness Book of World Record’s preceding mark. Phil Grucci currently serves as President/CEO of Fireworks by Grucci, Inc. and Pyrotechnique by Grucci, Inc., the manufacturing entity of the Grucci group of companies.... |
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.
Who we are looking for:
VML is seeking a dynamic, forward thinking Business Manager of Talent Affairs to support the production team. We need an expert in Business Affairs & Union & Non-Union Talent who exudes creative organization and provides the highest level of customer service to our internal and external clients.
What you'll do:
- Empower for Success | Collaborate with Creative teams and Producers to ensure the viability of creative concepts prior to client presentations or execution. Work with Producers to monitor overages and estimate actuals through close of job. Work with internal Finance from pre-bill through project completion. Create monthly accrual reports by Client for Finance. Proactively manage all account transition documentation. Providing Producers and Client teams with accurate estimates for talent session fees, usage, residuals, and all other talent and music related costs of production.
- Process | Create and issue appropriate job award documents, including production contracts, production insurance, and talent contracts/agreements. Review and assess scripts, rough cuts and final creative for risk or clearance concerns. Issue talent contracts and session reports.
- Own | Negotiate and oversee the creation of celebrity, Influencers, and overscale talent agreements. Review AICP, AICE, animation and Music bids with the Producer. Review final production estimate and caveats with Producer prior to submitting to Client for review and signature. Setup new vendors in the WT system. Create Client facing Estimates, Issue vendor Purchase Orders, and Process vendor invoices. Work with third party vendors to pay talent sessions, holding fees, usage and re-use fees in compliance with SAG/AFTRA/ACTRA and AFM guidelines. Manage all re-negotiations for talent and musicians.
- Reconcile and Audit | Review creative materials and advise Agency teams on talent, licensing, copyright and intellectual property issues and/or legal concerns. Manage intellectual property rights and clearance acquisitions. Review vendor agreements to ensure compliance with Client SOWs, MSAs, and industry standards. Consult legal counsel when necessary. Conduct Trademark searches for proposed branding, taglines, signage, design etc. Work with Agency legal counsel on issues including contracts, updating releases, contract templates, risk assessment and indemnifications. Advise agency teams and Clients on SAG/Union & Non-Union rules, regulations, and best practices. For Non-Union productions, issue talent agreements and foreign talent contracts.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.
Who we are looking for:
VML is seeking a dynamic, forward thinking Business Manager of Talent Affairs to support the production team. We need an expert in Business Affairs & Union & Non-Union Talent who exudes creative organization and provides the highest level of customer service to our internal and external clients.
What you'll do:
- Empower for Success | Collaborate with Creative teams and Producers to ensure the viability of creative concepts prior to client presentations or execution. Work with Producers to monitor overages and estimate actuals through close of job. Work with internal Finance from pre-bill through project completion. Create monthly accrual reports by Client for Finance. Proactively manage all account transition documentation. Providing Producers and Client teams with accurate estimates for talent session fees, usage, residuals, and all other talent and music related costs of production.
- Process | Create and issue appropriate job award documents, including production contracts, production insurance, and talent contracts/agreements. Review and assess scripts, rough cuts and final creative for risk or clearance concerns. Issue talent contracts and session reports.
- Own | Negotiate and oversee the creation of celebrity, Influencers, and overscale talent agreements. Review AICP, AICE, animation and Music bids with the Producer. Review final production estimate and caveats with Producer prior to submitting to Client for review and signature. Setup new vendors in the WT system. Create Client facing Estimates, Issue vendor Purchase Orders, and Process vendor invoices. Work with third party vendors to pay talent sessions, holding fees, usage and re-use fees in compliance with SAG/AFTRA/ACTRA and AFM guidelines. Manage all re-negotiations for talent and musicians.
- Reconcile and Audit | Review creative materials and advise Agency teams on talent, licensing, copyright and intellectual property issues and/or legal concerns. Manage intellectual property rights and clearance acquisitions. Review vendor agreements to ensure compliance with Client SOWs, MSAs, and industry standards. Consult legal counsel when necessary. Conduct Trademark searches for proposed branding, taglines, signage, design etc. Work with Agency legal counsel on issues including contracts, updating releases, contract templates, risk assessment and indemnifications. Advise agency teams and Clients on SAG/Union & Non-Union rules, regulations, and best practices. For Non-Union productions, issue talent agreements and foreign talent contracts.
