Director of Film Production Management

The UCAN Film team at Netflix is dedicated to telling global stories that represent our audiences as well as the diverse talent both in front of and behind the camera. We are seeking an individual with leadership and management experience to join this amazing team as we continue to find innovative, collaborative ways to bring the creative visions of incredible storytellers to life.

The Role

The Director of Production Management will help lead the production management needs for the UCAN Film Production Management team. This person will serve as a mentor for team members and may lead direct reports working across films with various budget ranges. Additionally, this role will act as an external 'show-facing' executive, directly overseeing several projects per year. They will work with existing Production Management leadership to guide the production slate, and help strategize ways to more effectively manage the shows. This role is involved with helping to design and implement team strategy. The ideal candidate has deep industry relationships and a history of working within the studio production environment. This role must be aware of Netflix business needs and strategy.

Responsibilities
• Directly oversee a subsection of the Film slate, help balance workload across the team, and provide financial and operational guidance as required
• Serve as the lead production executive on multiple productions per year, sourcing and hiring the producers, department heads, and/or production service companies as necessary, and providing guidance throughout the production process
• Work alongside Netflix creative executives, producers, and directors during the development process to help design and structure production plans, providing early stage budget estimates and location options
• With a focus on Inclusion, help grow the network of producers, companies and department heads the Film team works with, and help develop strategies for increasing representation across the entire original film slate.
• Champion new technology and initiatives such as green sustainable production to lessen the environmental impact made by our productions.
• Align with the studio operations and strategy team to find studio-wide efficiencies between film, series, and non-fiction production

Experience
• 15+ years of experience as a film producer or production executive, preferably with knowledge of the studio system
• A passion for film and the collaborative process of filmmaking
• Proven ability to mentor, build and lead teams on a project level, as well as on a corporate level.
• Experience working on scripted content that shoots across the globe
• Experience working on productions that shoot in tax incentive locations
• A strong understanding of the film production process and working familiarity with the various entertainment guilds and unions, including SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA and IATSE.
• Track record of fostering, building and maintaining relationships with filmmakers, executives, agents and key vendors
• Knowledge of Movie Magic Budgeting and Scheduling, and familiarity with industry standard financial reporting processes (cost reporting, hot costs, etc.)

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.