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Herc Rentals Hiring for Studio Client Relations Manager at Jefferson, VA Full Time
Req #: 40212
Herc Rentals Inc. is a premier, full-service equipment rental firm – providing our customers the equipment, services and solutions they need to achieve optimal performance safely, efficiently and effectively. A pioneer of the equipment rental industry, Herc Rentals continues to evolve and grow through technological innovations, expanded product offerings and value-added services and consultative solutions to support its customers’ projects.
With more than 55 years of equipment rental expertise, approximately 5,100 employees and approximately 295 company-operated locations across North America, Herc Rentals serves a broad range of end markets, including construction; industrial operations, refineries and petrochemical operations; governmental entities and contractors; disaster recovery and remediation; infrastructure; railroad operations; utilities; film, television, live entertainment and special event production; agricultural operations; and facilities management..
Short Description
CINELEASE, INC., the entertainment industry’s leader in lighting and grip equipment rentals servicing production companies throughout the US, owned by our publicly held Parent Company HERC Rentals, is seeking a Studio Client Relations Manager.
Company Description
Cinelease is the largest independent motion picture equipment rental house in the USA, with our company headquarters in Los Angeles and multiple branch locations throughout the country. Cinelease has serviced thousands of feature film and television productions with premier lighting and grip equipment and has built its reputation with over 40 years of exceptional service to the studios and independent production companies.
Primary focus will be to act as the principal liaison for Production, vendor, and community related requests, questions, and concerns. This will include coordinating and negotiating with multiple customers and clients and maintaining clear logs and records pertinent to all studio related activities. Secondary area of focus will be as a general ambassador for Cinelease/HES brands to support and strengthen current customer and client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Markets and promotes Cinelease Studio and HES Operations and related resources to Production Companies and associated departments to procure rental customers and clients.
- Interfaces directly with the Production Representatives both at the Studio and individual Production level during the exploratory and booking process.
- Maintains and tracks Production facility holds, inquires, and leads on a weekly basis.
- With Cinelease/HES and Studio operation collaboration, negotiates with Production for booking particulars, timeline, and booking package needs.
- Prepares and presents detailed quotes and proposals to Production companies based on infrastructure and ancillary requirements
- Arranges License Agreements and Rental Agreements for incoming customers and clients
- Maintains detailed on-lot activity logs and documentation to develop logistical interpretational skills in order to implement analytical strategies for future bookings.
- Tracks and records all Production related purchase orders and coordinates with Accounting for upcoming and reoccurring billings.
- Schedules post-wrap consultation meetings with Production to assess Operation services and discuss future bookings and holds.
- Establishes and maintains solid relationships with the local film community, diverse businesses and vendors and high-profile Production company executives
- Provides in-depth facility tours to Production, the educational community, and local organizations in order to effectively promote and develop a well-informed local community and continued education and outreach.
- Designs, organizes, and implements marketing and promotional projects and materials with Cinelease/HES and Studio Operation support.
Educational Background
Bachelor’s degree is preferred, but not required
Our long-term strategy underscores the understanding that our success depends on the dedication and capability of our team members. We are focused on attracting, retaining and empowering talented and dedicated people to build the best team in the equipment rental industry. We also seek to build a team that reflects the variety of people, cultures and communities we interact with every day and to create an inclusive, productive environment in which all team members feel valued and respected.
Herc Rentals provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a competitive salary, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical, dental, vision care, life insurance coverage, paid vacation and holidays.
Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, nationals origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
