The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing production-related planning, logistics, on-site execution and budgets for NFL Media. They collaborate with various departments to ensure strategic planning and decision-making regarding budgetary and operational execution. The Production Manager plays a crucial role in coordinating Digital Media and Studio productions, while maintaining effective communication and fostering collaboration across teams.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the development of budgets, technical staffing, scheduling, and coordination for various productions.
- Work closely with multiple departments (e.g., NFL Media Production, HR, Finance, Vendor Maintenance Office) to ensure policy compliance and facilitate communication of policy changes.
- Maintain accurate reporting and forecasting of production-related budgets, identifying risks and opportunities for senior management.
- Manage, reconcile, and track daily budgets for all show components or departmental budgets.
- Foster collaboration with internal departments and external entities to maximize efficiencies, particularly with the Production and Operations teams.
- Partner with department leaders to develop logistical and budgetary plans for new production initiatives and creative programming efforts for both internal and external partners.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in communication or equivalent required.
- Minimum 5 years' experience working in production management as a Production Manager, Line Producer or above, preferably in a network or production company.
- Experience managing a team, with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office products and other relevant software tools.
- Ability to manage production budgets and perform budget forecasting and reporting.
Qualifications
- Prior production experience, with knowledge of sports, is preferred.
Other Key Attributes / Characteristics
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle a high volume of responsibilities.
- Excellent budgeting, organization and communication skills.
- Strong time management ability, with the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate challenges and address them proactively.
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift to 25 lbs.
Travel
- Some remote production travel may be required
Terms / Expected Hours of Work
- Up to 29 hours a week; availability for early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Salary / Pay Range
This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.
Benefits Information
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS
At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.
NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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- Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
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