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Production Manager (Field)

Los Angeles, CA

Discovery

TV

Starts Apr 29

For 3 Month(s)

  • Pay Rate: $2,500.00 - $2,800.00 / Weekly
  • Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).

Seeking Field Production Manager for a show shooting internationally this summer. This is a field position on an outdoor / adventure program shooting in remote parts of the world where we may find ourselves without phone or internet service, quick/easy access to food or water, or accommodations other than a tent. Applicants should have relevant experience and know how to safely execute productions in extreme environments with limited resources and support staff. This is a fast-paced show with a lot of moving parts shooting 6-7 days per week some weeks, no fewer than 5 days other weeks.

Team Structure:
15 field crewpersons
5 castmembers
4 support staff in office (Producers, Production)

Job Description includes but not limited to:
-Set Operations and Logistics
-Call Sheet and Production Report creation and distribution
-Petty cash and P Card reconciliation
-Managing Safety Officer / Medic to ensure safe set operations, Safety POAs including proper Risk Assessment and Management and Response Plans for each location where we're filming
-Working with travel coordinator to assist with travel coordination
-Wearing other hats as minimally needed on set, such as assisting with moving / setting up gear, helping with minimal props and wardrobe, etc.
-Working with catering company to ensure meal schedules, allergies, orders, etc.
-Working with crew to ensure department needs are met
-Assisting with work visas, carnets, and customs

Applicants must:
-have relevant work experience on a minimum of 2 shows in past 5 years with similar remote conditions
-have minimum of 5 years experience as Production Manager in unscripted television
-have worked with Risk Assessment companies and developed Safety Plans of Action for filming locations
-have ability to think quickly on feet and make strategic decisions to execute the creative of the show safely and effectively
-be a team player willing to wear multiple hats and help each department as necessary
-be kind and professional on set, be able to keep calm in high stress situations

Please highlight several relevant jobs when applying or mention in cover letter. References from relevant shows will be required.

EOE

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