Senior Production Manager

VersantStamford, CT
13d

About The Position

The Senior Production Manager position reports to the Director of Remote Operations and will be responsible for managing Versant Sport production projects in any of the three areas: On-site/Remote, home base and studio.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, business or a related field
  • Minimum 6-8 years of experience in television production or related media projects
  • Strong, proven understanding of the end-to-end production process, with a focus on sports television
  • Proven understanding and competency of the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong leadership and management skills are needed to guide the production team
  • Proven knowledge of equipment and the equipment process as well as all procedures that are needed for various production projects
  • Must have a proven ability to work effectively with persons at all levels within the internal organization and with those outside of the organization
  • Must be willing to learn internal systems
  • Must be willing to work nights and weekends
  • Must be willing to accomplish tasks independently and timely
  • Willingness to travel, work late and across weekends, at times with short notice
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
  • Must be 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to handle multiple production projects at one time
  • Excellent organizational skills are crucial for managing complex schedules and budgets, along with
  • Must be flexible with last-minute assignments as well as assignment changes
  • Able to effectively and quickly solve problems and handle stressful and time sensitive situations during the production process

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the entire production process to ensure it stays on schedule and within budget, from internal planning until final delivery of event
  • Collaborate with Finance and Production teams to develop and manage budgets, monitor expenses, and provide regular financial reporting. Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to optimize costs and ensure budget adherence
  • Act as an effective communication conduit between Remote Operations Management and the Production teams
  • The Senior Production Manager coordinates with arena / stadium / and or tournament personnel regarding mobile unit arrival and schedule
  • Coordinates generator needs, equipment levels, internet needs, credentials, logistics such as compound set-up, security, catering, transportation, flight and hotel adjustments and reports crew logs; hires and partners with payroll for paying all support crews
  • Work closely with Production, Talent, and the show's Technical Manager to develop and maintain the full production schedule—from pre-production through live event execution
  • Collaborate closely with the Technical Manager and show vendors, including those providing specialty cameras and other technical services
  • Execute and distribute the show’s Production Memo, outlining all logistics and key production details
  • Coordinate travel arrangements for the production crew, including flights, rental cars, and hotel accommodations
  • When assigned to the studio, they will oversee the studio crew schedule and provide support to both Production and Talent teams; maintain close coordination with studio Technical Managers
  • Identify, onboard, and assess production support staff such as production assistants (PAs), runners, spotters, stage managers, makeup artists, and statisticians
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations in partnership with the Technical Manager and EHS
  • Main PM for Golf Features team – maintain budgets, book travel and organize shoots
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