Sr. Manager, Production Temp

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Production - CONTRACTOR Location : Santa Monica, CA (Hybrid schedule with Monday – Thursday and Friday work remote) Duration: Starting ASAP through October 2026 Rate: $1,800-$2,100/week depending on experience This temporary employee will be paid as a W-2 employee through a 3rd party payroll service. We are unable to consider candidates who can only be set-up as a W-9 Consultant. Summary of Position The contractor supports the day-to-day operational execution of scripted series and other original content, partnering with Production leadership to manage budgets, schedules, deliveries, and risk controls. The role is hands‑on and requires strong organization, clear communication, and the ability to problem‑solve quickly across multiple stakeholders. A high level of discretion is required when handling confidential information with internal teams and external production partners.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day production operations of scripted series produced by external production companies, from pre-production through final delivery. Serve as the primary studio/network liaison to third‑party producers, ensuring alignment with creative expectations, budgets, schedules, and delivery requirements. Monitor and track production timelines, key milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects remain on schedule. Review and provide notes on dailies to ensure quality, continuity, and adherence to network standards. Support early prep on productions before the day-to-day production teams are assigned. Provide guidance and support to production teams as production is underway. Ensure that agreements, contracts, and releases are in place before production begins, partnering with Business and Legal Affairs as needed. Track production budgets in collaboration with Finance, ensuring cost controls and fiscal accountability across all phases of production. Provide production-related feedback to producers and alert leadership to foreseeable conflicts or logistical challenges. Work closely with Business Affairs and Legal to ensure productions comply with contractual obligations, union requirements, and rights agreements. Collaborate closely with creative teams to navigate operational challenges across all production stages. Communicates effectively with external parties such as HODs and Line Producers. Evaluate production reports (cost reports, call sheets, production updates) to track progress and flag risks. Fields inquiries from vendors regarding invoices, payments, and/or vendor setup. Maintains documentation on team's shared drive. Maintains Airtable, Scenechronize, and other databases with relevant production information and schedules. Additional Qualifications & Skills High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience). Minimum 5 years of physical production and/or network/studio experience. Ability to work in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work across multiple time zones including international. Professional, self-motivated, results-oriented with a “can do” attitude. Strong organizational skills. Able to respond after business hours to urgent and timely issues. Able to maintain confidential information. Inquisitive and willing to continue learning. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office, Movie Magic budgeting and scheduling, Airtable, and Scenechronize. Familiarity with labor laws and union obligations. Ability to create comprehensive production manuals, documentation, and standardized templates is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply tot his job Apply To this Job