Seeking a Passionate Production Manager
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who can manage resources, budgets, and timelines efficiently while maintaining the high-quality standards that define Signal Flare's productions. This role is crucial in overseeing all aspects of production from client communication and management, production management, and production budget management, to compliance with regulations and guidelines, reporting to the Line Producer and/or Producer.
Key Responsibilities
Client Communication and Management
- Manage, supervise, and lead communications with Clients on all aspects of production, such as costings and contracting, across the entire production process, from development, pre-production, and production to post-production, ensuring each stage is managed efficiently and effectively.
- Prepare progress reports and actively update Clients on project status and timelines.
- Manage, foster, and build ongoing professional relationships with Clients.
Production Management
- Develop a clear scope of work based on client briefs.
- Develop, supervise, and manage production schedules.
- Work closely with the Assistant Production Managers and meet regularly with different production heads to align on timelines.
- Supervise and ensure that producers are making progress and production deadlines are being met.
- Anticipate issues that could arise and develop clear plans to overcome project challenges that could potentially affect timelines and production.
- Supervise and manage Production Crews, Vendors, and all Third-Party suppliers.
- Work closely with Producers to identify, negotiate costs, shortlist, and hire production crews, vendors, or any other third-party suppliers both locally and globally.
- Ensure all hiring contracts are duly executed and records are kept diligently.
- Foster good and professional working relationships with all key stakeholders.
Production Budget Management
- Develop and manage clear production budgets and project expenses by actively developing budget plans based on briefs and managing expenses from costing right through to production.
- Work closely with Operations and Project Directors to ensure proper management team reviews, approvals, and sign-offs are obtained.
- Present the scope of work and costs to clients and/or stakeholders (where relevant) for review and approval.
- Work closely with Finance to raise necessary quotes and invoices upon approval.
- Track and keep all production expenses within the approved budget, ensuring project expenses are managed diligently and project expense sheets are updated for every project.
Production Regulations and Guidelines
- Ensure that all production processes adhere to and comply with legal and safety guidelines.
- Negotiate the appropriate rights coverage for stock footage, ensuring proper contracts are in place, legal and/or copyright laws are not breached, and budgets are adhered to.
- Obtain all necessary permits, permissions, or consent for shoot locations.
- Source, negotiate, and obtain the appropriate insurance coverage for production shoots, ensuring all aspects of production are adequately insured.
- Develop and manage all necessary Talent and Location release forms, working with Clients as necessary to ensure forms are duly completed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Media Studies, or a related field is preferred.
- Proven experience in production management or similar roles within the media or entertainment industry.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Proficiency in using production management software and tools.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with various team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
- Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, permits, and safety protocols.
- Familiarity with technical aspects of production equipment and software is a plus.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in computer skills, including Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with production processes, from pre-production to post-production.
- Understanding of budget management and cost tracking.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
- Valid driver's license and the ability to travel if required.
- Knowledge of current industry trends and developments.
