Production Manager London, England
Job description
Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.
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Your New Role…
Create is the branded content studio for CNN International. We tell authentic stories that inspire and engage our audience. Through a data-informed process we deliver award-winning, relevant content to our audience of influential decision makers.
As part of the production management team, the Production Manager will support the delivery of award-winning film and digital branded content for clients of CNN International globally, on budget and on time.
The Production Manager’s primary responsibility is to manage and coordinate logistics, resourcing and administration for all filmed projects using Production Coordinators at their disposal to support the Global Executive Producer and department as a whole.
As part of the production management team, the Senior Production Manager will support the delivery of award-winning film and digital branded content for clients of CNN International globally, on budget and on time. In this role your primary responsibility will be to lead, manage and coordinate logistics, resourcing and administration for all filmed projects using production managers and coordinators at their disposal to support the Global Executive Producer and department as a whole.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Manage the CREATE production workload of film and digital video content projects from initiation to completion both independently and with the support of the Production Coordinator and Senior Production Manager where required to ensure delivery of projects on time and within budget.
Work with the Creative Producer and Project Manager to successfully organise location shoots within schedule and budget
Ensure the accurate completion of the following documentation, including but not limited to: schedules, budgets, call sheets, risk assessments, national and international travel logistics
Manage the CREATE production workload of film and digital video content projects from initiation to completion both independently and with the support of the Production Coordinator and Senior Production Manager where required to ensure delivery of projects on time and within budget.
Work with the Creative Producer and Project Manager to successfully organise location shoots within schedule and budget
Ensure the accurate completion of the following documentation, including but not limited to: schedules, budgets, call sheets, risk assessments, national and international travel logistics, visas and carnets, child licensing agreements, per diems/float/expense reconciliation, talent contracts, all other production documentation
Manage the process for and fulfilment of logistical aspects of shoots, giving clear direction to Production Coordinator.
Manage the process for and fulfilment of crew and talent bookings.
Manage Third Party production companies for filming on the ground across the world.
Manage the Covid protocols as part of the Risk Assessment process
Work closely with Senior Production Manager and Project Managers to ensure all costs are monitored and updated within Workfront on a daily basis.
Managing the process and fulfilment of, working with internal HR, procurement and Accounts Payable departments, new supplier setup and supplier payments.
Work alongside the Project Managers in the process for and fulfilment of Purchase Order creation.
Assist the Senior Production Manager where required in the process for and fulfilment of all departmental production related administrative needs.
Qualifications & Experience…
Proven experience managing and maintaining complex production budgets, schedules, systems and record-keeping, managing complex location production shoots in EMEA/internationally
In depth knowledge and demonstratable experience of production processes from inception to delivery, film production best practices, broadcast camera and editing equipment, production logistics, working with onset crews, understanding the needs of producers, directors and DOPs, understanding kit costs and industry rates
A strong interest in content production, specifically filmed content
Ability to delegate & supervise tasks to junior members of the production management.
Experience working at Production Manager within a creative environment would be advantageous as well as experience in non-scripted /documentary production.
Must have experience of setting up international shoots.
Proven record of managing global shoots through COVID pandemic.
Covid Supervisor experience is advantageous.
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
The Legal Bits…
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [email protected].
