Manager, Physical Production - Nonfiction
Netflix
Alphaville, SPThis was removed by the employer on 3/23/2020 1:01:00 PM PST
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Manager, Physical Production - Nonfiction (Brazil)
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to help manage both internal and third party co-productions from a originals production perspective with Unscripted Series, Comedy Stand Up Specials, Sketches and Documentaries. Responsibilities include establishing and curating vendor & staff/crew relations, reviewing budgets and supporting/suggesting best practices from pre production through delivery. This position will report to the Director of Physical Production in Los Angeles Office.
Together, this team is responsible for supervising all aspects of production with our global original documentaries series & films, Stand Up Specials and Unscripted / Nonfiction Series
The Role
A successful candidate will be self-motivated, proactive, quick-thinking, flexible, able to pivot when necessary, thorough and able to juggle multiple and diverse responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and an unwavering attention to detail at all times. This is a demanding and fast moving position that requires someone who is a proactive and positive thinker, and able to exercise good judgment and initiative while dealing with a high volume slate.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Pre Production/Setup of Show
• Work with Finance, Legal, Creative, Engineering, Post & external production teams on establishing key production schedules and workflows and maximizing budget to spend as much on screen as possible.
• Knowledge of the local market and good networking with local producers / vendors
Budgeting
• Work with Showrunners, EICs and Line Producers to prepare and vet show budgets and schedules, providing feedback internally and externally on viability and risks.
• Review creative/scripts & begin defining post budget
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to lock budget
• Track & manage all post related costs, keeping stakeholders apprised of status
• Update reports and trackers on a weekly basis
• Deal with the Bond company on delivery dates & budget concerns when applicable
• Help ensure that productions run smoothly, remain safe, meet deadlines and stay within budget.
Scheduling
• Create/Help inform and draft production and post schedule
• Collaborate with internal teams and external production team to lock schedule.
• Troubleshoot and communicate all changes to schedule to internal and external teams
Staffing/Vendors
• Lead or assist with search and hire of key production staff
• Determine key vendors to accommodate creative vision and relationships, tax incentives, budget needs, location issues.
• Help maintain/curate preferred vendor list
Content Management
• Set up and attend key creative approval sessions
• Set up and schedule legal clearance reviews with Legal Department
• Help Creative & Legal Department to manage risks, define the needs and standards and practices with PSC
Qualifications:
• BA/BS Degree
• 8 Years experience with long form production executive management both in the field and on a network level for at least Documentaries and Unscripted Series. (It will be good to explore if this person has experience in tentpoles / live events )
• Ability to handle a fast paced environment simultaneously supervising several projects in various points of production (from development through delivery)
• Familiar with the current trends and workflows for both HD, HDR and 4K, single cam and multi-cam event (including big reality formats)
• Access to long roster of high quality vendors and talent worldwide
• Ability to respond after hours for important, timely or urgent matters
• Team-player who operates in a fast paced team-oriented setting
• Ability to be discreet and maintain confidential information
• Understanding of how to prioritize and respond accordingly
• Willingness to continue learning to ensure understanding of current production process and gear
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task
• Ability, skillset and experience with managing a team of coordinators and assistants.
• Proficiency in Avid, Final Cut Pro, Premiere, Microsoft Word, Excel, Movie Magic Budgeting, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides and Google Mail