PRODUCTION MANAGER

Company Description

Pavilion Entertainment a new media company incorporated in Trinidad and Tobago. It is dedicated to the original production of media projects and the regional distribution of both original and franchise programming. 

Transforming and advancing the regional media industry will not be easy so we need a team that will work efficiently and professionally in a fast paced, results-oriented environment. As such, the following competencies are critical to all hiring decisions:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• High self-awareness

• Ability to prioritise effectively and respond quickly

• Ability to be self-motivated and to use initiative

• Inventiveness and creativity

• Ability to work constructively under pressure and tight deadlines

• At least a basic understanding of relevant health and safety laws and procedures in production

Job Description

The Production Manager will be in charge of the “below-the-line” budget. This covers costs relating to the crew and the practicalities of running a production. In pre-production, the Production Manager will work with the Producer, Line Producer and First Assistant Director to prepare a provisional schedule. They will also make changes to the schedule and to the budget as needed. Primary job duties and responsibilities will be to:

• Estimate the materials needed and prepare draft budgets

• Liaise with the First Assistant Director to make sure the production schedule and departmental budgets are on target 

• Help Producers to recruit crew members and suppliers

• Negotiate rates of pay, and conditions of employment

• Manage personnel problems or issues that may arise, and ensure that everyone complies with Health and Safety regulations

• Oversee the search for locations and sign location releases

• Liaise with local authorities and the Police regarding permits

• Arrange the rental and purchase of all production materials and supplies

• Ensure that all final invoices are dealt with, locations signed off, rental agreements terminated and equipment returned

Qualifications

Qualifications and competencies include:

• Bachelor degree in Media, Fine Arts, Management or related field, or at least 6 years’ production experience

• At least 3 years’ experience in project management 

• Excellent knowledge of the film business

• Understanding of relevant software packages

• Knowledge of the relevant health and safety laws and procedures

• Proficiency in managing insurance issues

• Supplier contacts will be an asset

• Strong planning and administrative skills

• Ability to react calmly under intense pressure

• Strong communication skills

• Being dynamic and highly self-motivated

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.