Rue Payne, Executive Producer
Fri Jan 30 2026
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder interviews freelance executive producer Rue Payne, who brings over 15 years of experience in producing integrated campaigns for top global brands. They discuss Rue's unique career trajectory, starting from high school television production to her current executive role. The conversation covers the dynamic nature of the producer's role, the importance of organization and communication, and the shifting landscape of the industry with the rise of AI. They also touch on industry trends, the importance of building long-term relationships, and how creatives can effectively market themselves.
In an industry where the rules are always changing, it's helpful to hear from those on the front lines. Heather Elder is the visionary behind NotesFromARepsJournal.com; visit HeatherElder.com for industry updates, stunning photography and video, and the artists behind the work.
More about our guest:
Connect with Hannah Wolfert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hwolfert/
Connect with Kim Roemer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-roemer-2026a570/
More about your host:
Heather Elder's Bio
Heather Elder's Blog
Heather Elder on Instagram
Heather Elder on Twitter
Heather Elder on LinkedIn
Heather Elder on Facebook
More
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder interviews freelance executive producer Rue Payne, who brings over 15 years of experience in producing integrated campaigns for top global brands. They discuss Rue's unique career trajectory, starting from high school television production to her current executive role. The conversation covers the dynamic nature of the producer's role, the importance of organization and communication, and the shifting landscape of the industry with the rise of AI. They also touch on industry trends, the importance of building long-term relationships, and how creatives can effectively market themselves. In an industry where the rules are always changing, it's helpful to hear from those on the front lines. Heather Elder is the visionary behind NotesFromARepsJournal.com; visit HeatherElder.com for industry updates, stunning photography and video, and the artists behind the work. More about our guest: Connect with Hannah Wolfert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hwolfert/ Connect with Kim Roemer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-roemer-2026a570/ More about your host: Heather Elder's Bio Heather Elder's Blog Heather Elder on Instagram Heather Elder on Twitter Heather Elder on LinkedIn Heather Elder on Facebook