Alex Vainstein
KICKASS PRODUCER
Most Handsome Producer
(according to my mom)
Alex Vainstein is one of the best Executive Producers I have ever worked with. He is smart, collaborative, creative, and well versed in all aspects of production. He has produced some highly complex projects for us with great success, and always earns the respect of agency and clients alike. The fact that he is also an accomplished photographer makes him an even stronger producer; he knows what it takes to deliver creative excellence. Having known him for many years
now, I can't endorse him strongly enough. He has my complete trust...and he's a really good guy too.
Peter McCann
SVP, Head of Integrated Production, NA | Digitas
Clear, honest, and informed, Alex is one of the best-liked agency producers out there. We both kind of adopted each other when starting out, lucky me. He transitioned from fulltime to freelance, without missing a beat. Alex is resoundingly beloved by production heads, vendors, and creatives alike. He's as generous with his information as he is with his, I Looooove Yous. He's also wickedly funny, and very early riser, just ask his Mom.
Trevor King
Executive Producer / Sales | Greenpoint Pictures
Alex is hands down one of my most favorite producers to work with. He is smart, creative, professional, honest, has amazing taste and is always a complete joy to work with.
Jamie Scalera
Owner / Partner | Miss Smith
I love working with Alex. He is always communicative and straightforward, and really understands the process.
He is very respectful of the production companies he bids and works with and is a collaborative partner.
Most importantly, he makes the experience fun.
Barrie Isaacson
Owner | Barrie Isaacson Mgmt
My name is Tim Case and I am the sole owner of the 20 year old production company, Supply & Demand.
As such, I have worked with Alex on a number of occasions including 2 sizable Cadillac projects.
Alex is the rare producer who could just as easily be a creative, but, truthfully, knows that his primary place is as a producer whose job it is to facilitate the creation of the collective vision of the creatives, the hierarchy in the agency back at home, and the client. He also deals well with the his new layer of creative consultants/cost controllers.
Alex not only pushed as at times to deliver more, he also pushed others to give us the power to create and express our opinions.
Alex has a fantastic personality - he is no shrinking violet - and he uses this force of character to create a fertile creative environment.
With Alex, every dinner is guaranteed to reset the clock and allow any previous tensions to be washed away and all to show up the next morning with a smile.
While I found Alex “tough” with regards to overages and any issues of budget, I also found him very fair. He just demands a written explanation so he can assess all before presenting to client or consultant.
I adore Alex and wish every job could be with someone a lot like him.
In a word, he is a star and would be at anything he did.
Please reach out for more information.
Respectfully,
Tim Case
Owner | Supply & Demand
I’ve known Alex for over 15 years…we grew up in the business together. He’s always had high levels of integrity, creativity, dependability and is an asset to any project he’s attached to. And he’s always a lot of fun….
Jonathan Jakubowicz
Founding Partner | Ziegler Jakubowicz
Alex is a very creative producer who is very passionate about every project he takes on. He is a natural leader and therefore ensures the project keeps moving forward. Alex is a true problem solver with a tireless amount of energy and enthusiasm!
Gisela Limberg
Founder | Hunky Dory
It’s not just his mother that thinks he’s the best producer in the world! ;). I’m here to tell ya…..
Alex Vainstein's stellar reputation as a producer is for good reason. His eye for quality, paired with his tremendous breadth of experience, makes him the perfect person to galvanize any creative idea into it's highest potential. Alex thinks 10 steps ahead, is always prepared with solutions, and makes sure the process is enjoyable from start to finish…even in a production pressure cooker. He is honest, humble; he considers every detail, and can’t help but give 110% of himself on every project. Alex also treats everyone with utmost respect, from his clients to the production assistants, which is why the experience working with him is as unforgettable as the great work he produces.
K, now where’s my 10 bucks ;)
Vanessa Lonborg
Executive Producer | Sweet Rickey
Whoever coined the phrase "You can't please everyone" never hired Alex Vainstein.
He's a wizard with budgets, he's the ice breaker on every conference call, he knows the versions numbers better than the editor.
Creatives love him, accountants love him, vendors love him, you will love him for your next project.
I barely had to exaggerate :)
Chris Huth
Editor | Union Editorial
Good producers track budget, work on behalf of their client, manage day-to-day and long-range schedules, and are able to explain anything that might come up on a project. *Alex is better than good* He is a natural intermediary between clients, creatives, and vendors because he cares to know and understand each person and their role on a job. On a Vainstein project, his super producer efforts ensure that everyone is on the same page and there are no knowledge gaps. Wherever he goes he is always one of the most fun, organized, (and often one of the loudest) ;) ;) people in the room. He wears many hats - producer, mentor, creative force, + more - and they all suit him. There are many good producers - Alejandro is an excellent one!!
Maggie Flatley
Producer | Editbar
Alex is an incredible talent. Not only is he an amazing photographer, but is a producer unlike any I have ever worked with. His attention to detail is noticed in everything he does. He is thoughtful, caring, and will do what it takes to get the job done all the while maintaining a professional approach to his work. He is a friend, someone you not only want to work with but just want to enjoy a cup of coffee, a walk or just a good laugh in passing. He is a great mentor to young professionals wanting to get into the advertising industry. He will go above and beyond to help someone learn this craft.
Lenora Cushing
Director of Business Affairs | Arts & Letters Creative Co