
Creative Producer (Animation) at TheSoul Publishing. TheSoul Publishing is one of the world’s most prolific digital media companies and a leading creator business platform. Our original video, animation, and editorial content are available in 21 languages across 50 platforms and 21 sites, going viral globally and generating . 25 billion monthly views. on social media, with over . 2 billion followers. .. As a media powerhouse, we provide creators and brands with a wide range of services, leveraging our expertise in content distribution, localization, and social media management. We’re the . authors. of global phenomena like . 5-Minute Crafts. and . BrightSide. and continue to expand in . the creator economy. , as seen in our acquisitions of . Mediacube. and . Underscore Talent. .. We're a dynamic, remote-first global team—fostering award-winning creativity, a no-red-tape approach, and great vibes!. We’re looking for a . Creative Producer . to lead high-profile client projects requiring deep expertise in animated content. You will ensure creative vision translates into feasible, profitable, and high-quality execution — balancing client ambitions with production realities. Sitting at the heart of the Creative Agency, you’ll collaborate closely with Business Partnerships and SMM to deliver end-to-end solutions for global brands. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on storytelling, loves fast-paced creative environments, and knows how to turn bold ideas into compelling visual content.. Responsibilities. Own animation projects from pitch to delivery: scoping, budgeting, resourcing, and ensuring delivery against contract.. Build and lead a team of internal and external animation talent (illustrators, storyboard artists, animators, VFX), overseeing recruitment, training, and performance management.. Supervise scripts, animatics, storyboards, design, and final animation, ensuring clarity at each lock stage.. Analyse the market and competitors to identify and test new topics and content formats.. Lead cross-functional workflows with BPMs and SMMs, ensuring smooth handovers and project stage ownership.. Provide mentorship to junior producers and supervisors, fostering a pipeline of creative talent.. Partner with internal teams to align on cost allocations, reporting, and project profitability.. Implement process discipline (Asana/approval flows) to avoid past inefficiencies.. 5+ years of experience producing animation in an agency or studio environment.. Demonstrated client-facing experience: comfortable leading calls, managing expectations, and handling escalations.. Proven track record managing end-to-end animated series, branded content, or campaigns - shipping multi-stakeholder projects on time and on budget.. Strategic thinking with the ability to plan, develop, and implement long-term content strategies.. Strong knowledge of production pipelines (script → animatic → design → animation → delivery). Expertise in scoping, scheduling, and change-order management. Budgeting skills and experience in resource allocation aligned with business objectives.. Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to run multiple projects in parallel. . Process optimisation abilities: capable of identifying and resolving bottlenecks to improve efficiency.. Strong cross-functional coordination across creative, post-production, SMM, and vendors.. Deep understanding of target audience interests and needs, with knowledge of current trends. . Excellent analytical skills with experience in data analysis and using metrics to assess content and process effectiveness.. Ability to judge technical feasibility and maintain quality within tight timelines.. Excellent written and verbal communication; crisp client storytelling and escalation handling.. Experience establishing or upholding process/QA standards and tools across teams.. Ability to mentor and raise the bar for other producers; contribution to hiring and onboarding.. Fluency working with remote, international teams and multiple time zones.. Fluent English; Russian is a strong plus (to support bilingual client/stakeholder coordination).. Familiarity with Asana (or similar) for structured planning, status, and reporting cadence.. High ownership mindset; thrives in a no-red-tape, outcome-driven culture.. Company Location: Croatia.