Seattle Seahawks / First & Goal Inc.
Sr. Manager of Production
Renton, WA - Full Time
Job Title: Sr. Manager of Production
Department: Video Production
Reports to: Director of Production
FLSA Status: Full Time; Exempt
SUMMARY
The Seattle Seahawks are looking for a Senior Manager of Production to join the SEA-Level Studios Production Team. The Senior Manager of Production will be responsible for managing the production process including planning, logistics and project management from start to finish. This position specializes in detail-oriented organization and will manage four full time Teammates. In conjunction with the Senior Producer and Director of Production, the Senior Manager of Production will also serve as a main liaison for the to other key stakeholders within the Seattle Seahawks organization to ensure efficient steps of the production process are taken.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Department: Video Production
Reports to: Director of Production
FLSA Status: Full Time; Exempt
SUMMARY
The Seattle Seahawks are looking for a Senior Manager of Production to join the SEA-Level Studios Production Team. The Senior Manager of Production will be responsible for managing the production process including planning, logistics and project management from start to finish. This position specializes in detail-oriented organization and will manage four full time Teammates. In conjunction with the Senior Producer and Director of Production, the Senior Manager of Production will also serve as a main liaison for the to other key stakeholders within the Seattle Seahawks organization to ensure efficient steps of the production process are taken.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the coordination of production logistics as they relate to in-stadium, on-location and original content video shoots, edits and delivery for SEA-Level Studios
- Work closely with the Director of Production and Sr. Producer to establish strong communication, detailed logistics and streamlined production process that raise the game
- Manage production request, reviews and final delivery using both Wrike, project management system, and Frame.io as tools for throughout the production process
- Seek out details of production requests and ensure communication between other departments are reflected in assignments to crew members
- Manage a team of full-time editors, cinematographers and producers
- Conduct weekly 1-on-1 meetings with direct reports to ensure workloads are balanced and being completed on time
- Coordinate production process details including but not limited to bookings, location scouting, legal release forms, permits, scheduling, run of shows, etc.
- Create feature briefs, creative outlines and storyboards for main production projects included but not limited to short-form, long-form and feature productions
- Serve as point person on production shoots from a logistical perspective including Gamedays, NFL tentpole events and more as assigned
- Must be available to travel to all Seahawks away games, other NFL tentpole events and SEA-Level Studios on-location productions when needed
- Serve as main liaison for contractors, freelancers and outside resources in conjunction with Director of Production on a per shoot basis
- Additional duties as assigned
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must have 6-8 years of video production experience including but not limited to camera operation, editing, writing, live production, control room experience
- At least 2 years of management experience within production teams
- Must be a leader, teacher and motivator
- Strong attention to detail and strong organizational, creative and multi-tasking instincts in addition to a can-do attitude
- Extensive knowledge of the production process, from content ideation, through pre-production, production, post-production and delivery
- A plus if proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
- Be an energy giver that is highly creative and passionate
- Experience with ARRI and Sony camera gear is a plus
- Ability to stay calm and troubleshoot under pressure and actively seek solutions
- Previous NFL or sports experience is a plus
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and Gamedays
- 30% Project management system requests and assignments
- 20% Production logistics and process
- 10% Meetings and coordination with stakeholders
- 40% Managing full time team members
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Will be exposed to varied weather conditions when working events
- This job may require many hours of standing and walking during events and on Gameday
- This job requires lifting 10 or more pounds
- The salary for this position is: $95,000 - $115,000. The salary applies to the current posting. The posted salary may vary based on key factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related knowledge, experience and skill set.
- We offer excellent benefits, please view here: https://www.seahawks.com/about/employment/benefits
