The Walt Disney Company

Manager, Production Services

The Walt Disney Company$105K — $140K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of production management experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing a team
  • Strong accounting and budget management skills
  • Excellent customer service abilities
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Robust organizational skills and a keen attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP
  • Possession of a valid California driver's license
  • Physical ability to traverse rugged terrain

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of three production coordinators, including hiring and training
  • Direct support of production bookings
  • Oversee scheduling, scouts, pricing, and contracts
  • Guide team on crew management and conflict resolution
  • Cover production shifts as necessary
  • Ensure compliance with ranch rules and safety oversight
  • Develop positive relationships with key stakeholders
  • Maintain production sets and track maintenance projects
  • Coordinate with operations and vendors around filming schedules
  • Manage vendor invoicing and budget tracking
  • Lead marketing and outreach efforts for the Ranch
  • Administer the scheduling system and ensure effective use

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee discounts for entertainment
  • Community engagement projects
  • Career advancement potential
Full Job Description
Job Posting Title:
Manager, Production Services

Req ID:


Job Description:

As a Manager in Production Services, this role is a unique and diverse position responsible for all facets of production activity on an 800+ acre filming ranch, including managing a team responsible for scheduling crews & scouts, interfacing with locations and production managers, and ensuring that productions run smoothly. This position is also responsible for the administration of contracts, invoicing and payments, and will work with Operations and Finance partners to manage budgets, vendors and maintenance associated with the production sets. There is a close interface with the environment and wildlife common to the rural regions of California.

As a Manager in Production Services you will...
  • Manage a team of three Coordinators, includes hiring, training, shift scheduling, mentoring and evaluations.
  • Direct coordinators in their support of production bookings.
  • Oversee scheduling, location scouts, pricing, and contracting.
  • Provide guidance and support to team on production crew management and conflict resolution.
  • Cover production shifts, as needed.
  • Oversee all prep, shoot and strike activity at each location to minimize impact to the area and ensure compliance of all Ranch Rules.
  • Responsible for safety oversight and damage assessment & charges.
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with Location Managers, Producers and other stakeholders.
  • Maintain production sets and locations:
  • Identify and track general maintenance projects for production sets.
  • Assign maintenance tasks to Coordinators, based on appropriate skill level and expertise.
  • Coordinate with Ranch Operations Manager and third-party vendors to schedule projects and tasks as needed around filming activity.
  • Partner with Disney Entertainment Television to identify and prioritize annual recurring capital maintenance projects.
  • Accounting & Office Management Responsibilities
  • Responsible for vendor invoice payments, P.O. management and purchasing.
  • Partner with Finance Supervisor on revenue & expense tracking, sourcing & procurement and recurring capital project accounting/tracking.
  • Assist Sr. Manager with annual budgets.
  • Manage Ranch Marketing & Outreach efforts, including department website updates, industry events, site tours and other community outreach.
  • Manage Scheduling System (Xytech), including maintenance, new development, training and utilization.


You will need these skills to be successful in this role...
  • + 7 years of production management experience
  • Experience managing others
  • Accounting and budget experience
  • Display quality customer service skills
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Robust organizational skills and attention to accuracy
  • Proficiency inMicrosoft Office and SAP
  • A Valid California driver's license
  • Ability to traverse rough terrain


It would be a plus if you had these skills...
  • Media Pulse/Xytech
  • Comfortable working in a ranch environment - rural conditions, indoor/outdoor, wildlife encounters
  • Experience with fire safety response and emergency team support
  • CPR/First Aid
  • BS/BA or equivalent work experience


Education is important to us, here is what we are looking for...
  • High school degree or GED equivalent


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The hiring range for this position in Newhall, CA is $105,100 to $140,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:
Corporate Real Estate

Job Posting Primary Business:
Design, Delivery, and Operations

Primary Job Posting Category:
Facilities Production Services

Employment Type:
Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Newhall, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:
2026-09-04

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows. Using the company's portfolio of brands to differentiate our content, services, and consumer products, Walt Disney seeks to develop creative, innovative, and profitable entertainment experiences and related products.

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Size
190,000 employees
Market Cap
$155.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.9 billion
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
+3.9%
Revenue
$60.7 billion
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