Production Executive, Unscripted
Amazon Studios
Santa Monica, CAThis was removed by the employer on 3/28/2017 10:32:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
We are seeking a seasoned production professional to aid the unscripted production team in managing the production and delivery of International and Sports related projects. The successful candidate will possess the ability to execute high volumes of complex tasks and projects quickly and with little to no guidance. Someone who reacts with appropriate urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround; and efficiently and creatively solve difficult or complex problems that affect people within the business. This position will be responsible for international and sports related unscripted production within the organization.
The candidate will also have great attention to detail and organization skills, as well as the ability to switch gears at a moment's notice. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with senior professionals inside and outside the company is key.
Responsibilities
• Overseeing unscripted projects in development and production
• Meets with show producers, production managers and creative executives in budget and production meetings
• Works with internal departments and production companies on production safety, security, insurance, labor, immigration, visa, travel, and tax issues
• Is on-set when necessary to evaluate work-flow, budgets and potential problems both domestically and abroad (as needed)
• Analyzes budgets and cost reports
• Works with post-production to insure delivery of all required assets.
• Coordination with other internal departments such as creative, marketing, press, business affairs, legal, finance, and tax
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Qualifications
• 5 years of experience as a producer/production manager/line producer
• Strong knowledge and experience in all forms of unscripted television (e.g., competition, docu-follow, shiny floor, lifestyle, sports) across all budget levels
• High level of competency with budgeting, scheduling, and cost reports
• On-set problem solving ability
• International production experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with above-the-line and below-the-line unions and guilds
• Working knowledge of location specific production guidelines and procedures
• Wide array of industry contacts
• Experience with asset delivery
• Experience with a variety of digital media workflows and post production
• High attention to detail
• Detailed planning, time management, and organizational skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Positive can-do attitude with strong initiative and follow through
• Great judgment and common sense
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
• Creative problem-solver
• High levels of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Awareness of producers, production companies, agents, and other industry players
• Web-savvy: familiar with online video environment
Amazon is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.