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Manager, Production - Live Action

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Manager, Production - Live Action

• Intermediate Level

Summary

The Manager, of Production is responsible for assisting the Directors of Production and VP of Production for Live-Action Series content produced for Nickelodeon.

Category Production Manager 
Location Greater Los Angeles Area
Time Period Full Time
Posted Date May 15, 2023
Start Date N/A
End Date N/A

Job Description

The Manager, of Production is responsible for assisting the Directors of Production and VP of Production for Live-Action Series content produced for Nickelodeon.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Assist the Director of Production, West Coast Live Action on all aspects of work.
  • Serve as production contact for show unit’s POC from pre-production through post.
  • Collaborate with internal departments (BALA, Music, Talent, Licensing, etc.) and connect show units with department contacts as needed.
  • Support Director of Production in the Management of 3rd Party Productions.
  • Assist shows with script clearances and working with Viacom PCLO team.
  • Schedule weekly clearance calls/monitor emails and report any clearance issues to Production Executive.
  • Track, correct and submit background checks for productions.
  • Maintain and update the Network Producer’s Guide and keep series updated on network policies and procedures.
  • Assist with weekly Covid tracking for Viacom Safety.
  • Assist with Music Contracts/tracking of show music.
  • Assist in the set-up and wrap of Live Action Productions. Including start paperwork, deal memos, cast-lists, office set up, etc.
  • Build first-pass show unit production schedules, contact lists and calendars.
  • Coordinate Start-up meetings and introductions between productions and network departments.
  • Update and distribute the Production guidelines and binders.
  • Assist in researching office buildings and stages.
  • Track all show units’ delivery of appropriate delivery materials required.
  • Work with the residuals department to ensure they have all materials they require.
  • Assist with casting department needs during show start up and wrap (i.e., generate contracts, update cast lists, submit to residuals with updates, etc.
  • Review weekly union documents and arrange for signature.
  • Submit approved documents to unions – required forms/documents (i.e., DGA Deal Memos, WGA Notice of Tentative Writing Credits).
  • Update monthly checklist calendar to track all documents (DGA, WGA, and SAG-AFTRA) for each current series.
  • Attend weekly call with Legal department to assist in the tracking of series contracts.
  • Attend Weekly Development Call to assist in tracking payments.
  • Communicate with agencies to gather start paperwork for writers. Work with Finance Department to set up vendors as needed.
  • Maintain tracking document for development payments.
  • Create and submit the Storybook WGA weekly worklist.
Basic Qualifications:
  • 5+ years experience in production for television or film.
  • 2+ years of people management experience.
  • Previous experience creating and managing production-specific documents including contact sheets, call sheets and deal memos.
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, One Drive, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.), Zoom, Slack.
  • Working knowledge of budget building and cost forecasting.
Additional Qualifications:
  • Experience with Movie Magic Budget, and Scenechronize software is desired but not required.
  • Confidentiality with strong attention to detail and organization.
  • Ability to coordinate many projects simultaneously and troubleshoot production issues with tact and professionalism.
  • Flexibility and ability to prioritize in an ever-evolving production and business environment.
  • Desire to excel in a demanding and fast-paced environment requiring proactive and positive thinking.
  • Ability to communicate optimally and expertly with personnel at all levels. 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 
Hiring Salary Range: $86,000.00 - 95,000.00. 

Job Type Full Time 
Weekly Limit N/A
Shift Day
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