Summary
A+E Networks is seeking an experienced Production Manager to join a team of dedicated, passionate production folks. The ideal candidate will be organized and have strong communications skills and work meticulously in a fast-paced environment.
Category
Production Services
Location
Greater New York City Area
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Sep 27, 2021
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Production Manager, Live Action:
- Work side by side with the Director of Production & in-house Executive Producers on all shoots in relation to marketing and multiplatform departments
- Ability to multitask and take on several marketing/multiplatform projects in different phases of production
- Partner with Director of Production to ensure proper protocols are implemented (Legal & Risk Management). This includes extensive vetting of Covid Safety Protocols with our Vendors and getting them approved by our Risk Department
- Advise Director of Production and in-house Executive Producers of any potential problems/issues, particularly those impacting budget, schedule, and come prepared with proposed solutions
- Vetting production company’s bids, creating budgets, and tracking production costs
- Act as lead production point with external production companies and assist them however needed - this includes but not limited to - obtaining covid protocols, getting costs approved, making sure invoices get paid in a timely fashion
- Book crew, equipment, studio and obtain film permits when necessary
- Create call sheets and send to Director of Production for approval
- Work with post-production by submitting shoot requests, managing hard drive deliveries & assure footage adheres to specifications
- Update production calendar via Airtable for current/upcoming projects
- Manage Production Coordinator and reassure duties are completed
- Be available when shoots require travel, including weekends
YOUR STORY:
- BA/BS Degree
- At least 3-5 years of Production Manager experience, in the field and on set
- Have strong passion for television production
- Strong time management and multi-tasking skills needed and must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Strong knowledge of equipment/gear
- Experience with Airtable, Slack, Movie Magic/Hot Budgets
- Detailed-oriented and extremely organized
- Must have the ability to work independently, efficiently and be able to meet deadlines under strict time constraints
- Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to negotiate
- Excellent interpersonal skills and collaboration with others
- Maintain a positive attitude in stressful situations
- Must be able to handle confidential information
- Must be able to travel when necessary
- Valid Driver’s License
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
40
Shift
Day, Evening, Overnight