What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Production Manager position at Red Bull Media House?
The role of the Sr. Production Manager is to make sure a production is made and delivered smoothly, efficiently, safely, and within budget against the designated deadline.
Working alongside the Director of Central Region Production to oversee the strategic and organizational planning of the production process, the Production Manager is responsible for a slate of programming, which involves both in-house-produced material and external commissions through production partners. You may manage a team, including both internal and external coordinators, to ensure the delivery of the programming against the designated deadline.
Most of what Production Managers do is common sense: to have an eye for details and fight the fires when things don’t quite go to plan! Involved in every stage of a production from initial planning, budgeting, schedules and contract negotiations, the Production Manager has an oversight during and after final delivery that all contractual obligations are met.
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:
PRODUCTION STRATEGY
Plays a strategic role, contributing to the development and implementation of production strategies, resource allocation, and process improvement initiatives. The Senior Production Manager is responsible for resolving complex issues and ensuring projects stay on track.
CONTENT DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION
Oversees every stage of a production from initial planning, budgeting, schedules and contract negotiations On-site production management, including management of production crews, scheduling, budget and risk management and legal & risk compliance. Collaborate with key stakeholders, safety and risk management, finance, post-production operations, production technologies, talent, legal and all other internal departments to ensure the highest quality production. Manage relationships with external production partners, talent, and agencies, ensuring seamless collaboration and effective communication.
TEAM MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
Provides leadership and mentorship to Production Managers and their teams, fostering their professional development and growth. Manage the production management team on day-to-day responsibilities and areas of focus. Drive innovation and continuous improvement throughout the production lifecycle Responsible for sourcing and developing a strong network of experienced production partners, vendors and talent to work with.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT & COMMUNICATION
Communicates and collaborates with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior management, other departments, and external partners and can act as a production representative with 3rd parties, production partners and development executives. Managing a slate of programming from development through to delivery made up of in-house, commissioned, live and non-live programming. Identify revenue responsibilities and build cash flow models to ensure financial compliance. Departmental forecasting of current projects, collecting and communicating all information from external partners and internal productions. Communicate project budget, budget risks and opportunities to key stakeholders both in the regions and in Santa Monica. Provide regular updates on project status and progress to senior management.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
The base salary range for this position is $85,600 - $128,400 cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.
Our current Benefits include:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)
Red Bull Media House North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.
Working alongside the Director of Central Region Production to oversee the strategic and organizational planning of the production process, the Production Manager is responsible for a slate of programming, which involves both in-house-produced material and external commissions through production partners. You may manage a team, including both internal and external coordinators, to ensure the delivery of the programming against the designated deadline.
Most of what Production Managers do is common sense: to have an eye for details and fight the fires when things don’t quite go to plan! Involved in every stage of a production from initial planning, budgeting, schedules and contract negotiations, the Production Manager has an oversight during and after final delivery that all contractual obligations are met.
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:
PRODUCTION STRATEGY
Plays a strategic role, contributing to the development and implementation of production strategies, resource allocation, and process improvement initiatives. The Senior Production Manager is responsible for resolving complex issues and ensuring projects stay on track.
CONTENT DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION
Oversees every stage of a production from initial planning, budgeting, schedules and contract negotiations On-site production management, including management of production crews, scheduling, budget and risk management and legal & risk compliance. Collaborate with key stakeholders, safety and risk management, finance, post-production operations, production technologies, talent, legal and all other internal departments to ensure the highest quality production. Manage relationships with external production partners, talent, and agencies, ensuring seamless collaboration and effective communication.
TEAM MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
Provides leadership and mentorship to Production Managers and their teams, fostering their professional development and growth. Manage the production management team on day-to-day responsibilities and areas of focus. Drive innovation and continuous improvement throughout the production lifecycle Responsible for sourcing and developing a strong network of experienced production partners, vendors and talent to work with.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT & COMMUNICATION
Communicates and collaborates with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior management, other departments, and external partners and can act as a production representative with 3rd parties, production partners and development executives. Managing a slate of programming from development through to delivery made up of in-house, commissioned, live and non-live programming. Identify revenue responsibilities and build cash flow models to ensure financial compliance. Departmental forecasting of current projects, collecting and communicating all information from external partners and internal productions. Communicate project budget, budget risks and opportunities to key stakeholders both in the regions and in Santa Monica. Provide regular updates on project status and progress to senior management.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
- 5 years experience in production management or line producing.
- A proven track record of managing both a slate of programs as well as third party companies.
- A track record of delivering successful commissions
- Excellent financial skills
- Ability to think strategically and find solutions to logistical, financial and other issue
- Ability to conceptualize ideas Initiative and problem solving
- Resourcefulness the ability to troubleshoot
- Budget and financial skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Precise attention to detail and methodical approach to work
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Ability to conceptualize ideas
- IT skills and knowledge of the relevant computer packages
- Current knowledge of the relevant legislation, regulations and associated procedures including Copyright, Guilds/Unions, Data Protection, Risk/Insurance, Clearances etc. and how to comply with regulatory requirements
- Knowledge of the requirements of relevant Health and Safety legislation and procedures
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Must be fluent in English, additional language skills an advantage
- Must have valid US Drivers License
The base salary range for this position is $85,600 - $128,400 cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.
Our current Benefits include:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)
Red Bull Media House North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $85,600 - $128,400
