In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen.Key Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesIMG is seeking a talented Production Manager to play a pivotal role within the production management team, overseeing large-scale sports productions.
- Collaborate with the Coordinating Producer, Production Executive, and Production Management team to ensure production and client requirements are met efficiently and within budget.
- Lead studio and match production management teams on logistical planning (including transport, accommodation, and catering), as well as general planning and problem-solving.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety guidelines and confirm appropriate production insurance is in place.
- Ensure all production and post-production paperwork and contracts are completed and maintained.
- Manage, forecast, and monitor programmed budgets, ensuring costs are controlled, efficiencies achieved, and required margins met. Escalate concerns to the Production Executive as necessary.
- Negotiate, book, and issue contracts with vendors, suppliers, and freelancers.
- Ensure contingent worker hires comply with current employment and tax guidelines.
- Understand technical workflows and contribute to the development of technical production plans.
- Manage, arrange, and attend shoots and outside broadcasts across the USA.
- Effectively manage the production team, including mentoring and developing junior team members.
- Recruit Production Coordinators and Assistants and proactively support career development within the team.
- Manage and distribute production documentation, including call sheets and studio information.
- Champion IMG's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives and actively support the organization's Mental Health programs.
- Oversee all health and safety procedures, including risk assessments and insurance management.
- Work closely with colleagues during pre-production, production, and post-production to support IMG's GreenToScreen sustainability goals and reduce the production's carbon footprint wherever possible.
- Prepare budgets for productions in development.
You may also be required to carry out other duties that are within the scope and purpose of the role.
Knowledge and Experience- Proven Production Management experience across a variety of projects, particularly live OBs and/or studio shows
- Experience managing junior production management staff
- Ability to create detailed, line-by-line production budgets
- Strong knowledge of production and post-production technologies and workflows
- Understanding of archive and music clearance
- Knowledge of production insurance and health and safety requirements
- Experience working directly with clients
- Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
Skills and Abilities- Proactive problem-solver, using experience to make informed decisions and progress productions
- Positive, professional, and proactive approach to work
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong client liaison and relationship management skills
- Effective team player with strong people management capabilities
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage workload effectively
- Calm and resilient under pressure
- Able to work independently with initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team
Working Conditions- Candidate must be based in Stamford, CT
- Due to the nature of working in sports production, regular weekend work will be required with occasional regional travel.
- DOILS will be given for days worked in addition to usual working pattern
