Post-Production Project Manager - Temporary Engagement

AbelCine • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

AbelCine, a premier provider of equipment and technology solutions for the broadcast, production, and new media industries, is seeking a Post Production Project Manager for a short-term opportunity supporting a high-profile client in Midtown Manhattan. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, is highly organized, and has strong experience managing post workflows across multiple content types.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in post-production coordination or project management
• Strong understanding of post workflows across video, branded, and social content
• Experience working with editors, motion designers, and external vendors
• Highly organized with strong project management and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Comfortable working onsite in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Smartsheet (or similar tools) preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage intake of new post-production requests, ensuring all deliverables, formats, and aspect ratios are clearly defined
• Partner with Production Managers and stakeholders to confirm scope and requirements
• Ensure post teams have all necessary reference materials (briefs, papercuts, design assets), escalating gaps as needed
• Coordinate daily with Media Management to ensure footage is ingested and ready for edit
• Own and maintain post-production schedules across branded, corporate, and social content
• Track deliverables and timelines, ensuring projects stay on schedule and adjusting as needed
• Consolidate and communicate feedback to editors and motion designers
• Capture and manage feedback during live and work review sessions
• Build and maintain Smartsheet dashboards for tracking, reporting, and stakeholder visibility
• Collaborate with Production and Post leadership to manage workflows and improve processes
• Forecast post-production needs and support resource planning
• Manage editor, animator, and freelancer assignments and bandwidth
• Source and onboard freelance post talent and vendors as needed
• Lead post-production status meetings and kickoff calls
• Track project completion and ensure proper documentation and updates
• Identify risks, bottlenecks, and workflow improvements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees