VP, Production

Role Overview

• Supervise the overall needs and provide day-to-day production and financial management for alternative series
• Provide a consistent presence on production sets
• Oversee the formulation of and adherence to budgets and production models/plans
• Track crew labor and vendor costs
• Oversee and approve all Call Sheets, Production Reports, Deal Memos, Work Authorizations, Rental Authorizations, etc.
• Participate in production scouts and planning
• Devise production schedules for projects
• Coordinate vendor selection and equipment
• Provide proactive attention to labor relations issues and act as liaison between production and WBTV Labor Relations Dept. when issues arise
• Facilitate the resolution of logistical and technical problems
• Approve all hires for the entire staff and crew for each assigned production
• Perform other related duties as required
• Serve as key liaison with other internal departments as needed

Requirements

• 7+ years television (scripted & non-scripted) and/or film/video experience required
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience required
• Must be familiar with all aspects of television production and post production
• Must have knowledge of accounting principles and procedures sufficient to review and ensure the accurate distribution of production costs
• Must be able to communicate effectively with creative talent, executives, and all levels of personnel
• Must be able to prepare and present clear and concise production schedules
• Must be able to supervise personnel
• Must be dependable and able to work flexible hours

Benefits

• health insurance coverage
• an employee wellness program
• life and disability insurance
• a retirement savings plan
• paid holidays and sick time
• vacation