Manager, Production Operations - New York, United States - Disney

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Manager, Production Operations (ABC News Operations)

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Location

New York, New York, United States

Business
ABC News

Date posted
Apr. 09, 2024

Job Summary:

ABC News is hiring a Manager, Production Operations.

The manager is responsible for supporting the operational and technical needs of all ABC News productions, both linear and digital.

Additionally, the manager will support the daily studio productions through scheduling of union and non-union staff for multiple control rooms and studio crew assigned to them.

The manager will also handle coordinating production coverage, studio/remote support, while also assisting in payroll and operational purchasing needs. If you have experience collaborating with directors, producers, the logistics desk, and the network acquisition center, plus you know how to schedule appropriate studio crew and facilities to meet the evolving needs of the shows, we want to meet you

Responsibilities:

Manage and lead a diverse team, including DGA, NABET, IATSE employees (Local 1, Local 829, Local 764, and Local 798).
Collaborate closely with the show Director, Logistics Desk, and Network Acquisition Center.
Schedule studio crew, as well as facilities, to adapt to changing show needs.
Work closely with show production staff to maintain budgetary control for daily operations.
Engage in fieldwork, including potential travel, to supervise remote production operations.
Respond promptly to breaking news.
Hire, schedule, and manage payroll for employees working at ABC Facilities and various remote locations.
Aid in the negotiations and enforce Collective Bargaining Agreements with all Unions.
Coordinate scenic installations, from the bidding process to loadin. Issue purchase orders for contracted scenic work.
Manage capital projects for upgrading studio lighting and rigging systems.
Schedule and manage trucking activities for scenery and props, utilizing thirdparty vendors and coordinating with Teamster Local 81
Manage ramp crews at various locations, including scenic storage areas.
Work with Senior Management to scout studio space for productions.
Handle the moving of productions between studios and locations.
Arrange for the rental of lighting packages requested by various ABC NY productions.
Oversee the purchase of technical production equipment used by ABC facilities and productions.

Qualifications:

Minimum of five years of experience in a media environment
Proven experience in television production, showcasing your mastery of operations and management in a fastpaced media environment.
Willing to travel to remote locations to lead production operations.
Exceptional organizational and coordination skills, coupled with a knack for communication and collaboration.
Flexibility in working hours, including early mornings, weekends, and evenings to ensure 24/7 operational coverage.

ABC News is America's No. 1 news source, providing straightforward, fact-driven journalism across broadcast, streaming, digital and audio.

ABC's award-winning programs include "Good Morning America," "World News Tonight with David Muir," "Nightline," "20/20," "This Week with George Stephanopoulos," "GMA3: What You Need to Know," and "The View".

Other platforms include ABC News Live, the network's 24/7 streaming channel; ABC News Studios, a premium, narrative nonfiction original production house; ABC News Digital, comprised of a diverse audience of more than 53 million monthly average users; ABC Audio, the premier source for radio news and industry-leading podcasts; FiveThirtyEight, renowned data journalism organization; and NewsOne, the affiliate news service.

Based in New York City, ABC News is comprised of three U.S. bureaus and eight international bureaus, with a presence in more than 20 countries around the world.