Production Manager

THE ROLE:

The successful candidate will have considerable experience managing budgets, scheduling resources and managing a team. They should have experience as a production manager in a similar environment, such as design studio, production company or creative agency and a good knowledge of motion graphics, visual effects and animation.

EXPERIENCE:

• A measurable track record as a Production Manager in a similar environment, such as a design studio, production company or creative agency.
• Considerable experience managing budgets, keeping these within agreed financial parameters.
• Considerable experience drafting and managing schedules, ensuring resources are allocated effectively.
• Solid experience in managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Familiar both with slotting into existing systems and processes but also shaping them, ensuring ways of working are fit for purpose.
• Creating templates and processes for the Production team and managing roll-out and implementation.
• Able to work collaboratively across the business, getting buy-in from creative leaders, producers, financial controllers and senior management.
• Experience leading people. Mentoring, guiding and coaching the Production Operations team.
• Track record of auditing suppliers, and negotiating rates, being tenacious about getting the best possible service and price.
• Experience chairing meetings, setting agendas and keeping these on track when necessary.
• Experience using project management software or systems