noun

producer

Someone or something that makes goods, or a person who organizes a production.

This local producer supplies fresh cheese to stores across town.

Etymology

Produce literally involves bringing forward. A producer brings goods or a performance into existence, whether by making them directly or organizing their creation.

More examples

  • Coffee producers depend on reliable rainfall for a good harvest.
  • The film's producer hires the director and manages the budget.
  • A music producer helps the band shape its sound.

Forms

producer · producers

produce verb — To make, create, or bring forth something.

Similar words

manufacturer
Makes physical goods, especially in factories, rather than organizing performances.
maker
Creates objects, often individually, without necessarily managing a production.