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E! is television’s top destination for all things entertainment and celebrity. E! is currently available to 98 million cable and satellite subscribers in the U.S. and the E! Everywhere initiative underscores the company’s dedication to making E! content available on all new media platforms anytime and anywhere from online to broadband video to wireless to VOD. Popular programming includes E! core franchises, “Daily Pop,” “Nightly Pop” as well as the network’s hit series “Keeping Up with the Kardashians,” “Total Divas,” and “The Bradshaw Bunch” Additionally, the network’s “Live from E!” signature events keep fans connected to their favorite stars on Hollywood’s biggest nights.
Role Purpose:
The Director is responsible for all aspects of physical production in a deadline-oriented news-based environment. The position is focused on making sure our productions’ schedules, budgets, and workflows are aligned. The Director partners with both internal and external clients to develop production budgets/plans and then oversee the execution of the approved plans. The Director works with multiple creative personalities and will be expected to remain cool under daily deadline pressure, while managing several ongoing productions. The Director is also be responsible for guaranteeing day-to-day production operations are well-managed and on track. Position regularly reports into the VP of Production Management & Operations.
Responsibilities:
- Production Budgeting: Planning, coordination, and preparation of production budgets with Creative Executives, Talent/Casting, Business & Legal Affairs, Finance and HR. Budgets should meet creative/operational/resource expectations and financial objectives. Partner with producers to develop production plans in accordance with budget. Review & evaluate prepared and submitted budgets. Ensure weekly cost reports are generated and reviewed for accuracy before being sent to senior management. Partner with production accounting team to make sure invoices and payments are processed in a timely manner. Create, implement, and maintain consistent standards for tracking and reporting procedures and policies for all content deliverables.
- Production Management: Oversee production related activities on daily series to ensure productions are within budget parameters and consistent with creative expectations. Coordinate with Editorial, Business Affairs, Production Finance, Legal, HR and Creative Brand partners. Monitor production expenditures for accuracy, consistency and reasonableness. Stay up to date on various freelance crewing, vendors, and production technology. Perform overall production management role on all assigned projects, including assessment of production budget and schedule. Develop and manage internal timelines and workflows to guarantee timely delivery of shows.
- Risk Management, Safety & Compliance: Partner with Environmental Health & Safety to stay current on Covid safety & compliance protocols and make sure these are communicated to production teams. Oversee Covid coordinator supporting Covid testing and scheduling. Ensure production policies and procedures (HR, Legal, Finance, EHS related) are being adhered to and continually update internal production manuals. Have a familiarity with union/guild agreements and rules applicable to our productions and communicate issues to production teams. Liaise closely with Production and Legal on risk management and all practical aspects of production
- Production Administration: Ensure Agreements are signed; Payroll is set-up & completed with various payroll services. Make sure permits & insurance documents are processed and secured when needed for field productions. Review & approve weekly timecards for talent and others. Oversee Production Coordinators and confirm they are supported and able to complete assignments & requests.
- Communication: Maintain consistent and professional communication across all clients and departments including Executive Producers, Talent, Marketing/Branded, Finance and Human Resources .
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Knowledge and a strong interest in studio-based productions
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and be detail oriented.
- Must be proactive and a go getter, can work as a team member and autonomously at the same time
- Must have at least 10 yrs. experience within a studio/network/production environment
- Experience as a Line Producer & Production Manager required
Eligibility Requirements:
- Interested candidates must submit a resume through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
- Willingness to work in Los Angeles, CA
- Must be willing to work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
- Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Desired Characteristics
- Strong knowledge of field & studio based productions in a non-scripted environment, while a News organization experience in News is not a final requirement
- Strong communication skills and a natural predisposition to working with multiple partners and personality types
- Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently, juggle multiple tasks and deliver under tight deadlines.
- Must know how to communicate effectively and positively with production team members and other departments at NBCUniversal
- Ability to be unflappable and thrives in a fast passed, quick turnaround environment
- Love of Pop Culture not required but does help in being connected within our company culture and approach to what will be discussed in our daily productions
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Las Vegas, Nevada
Become one of the stars behind the show and become part of the world’s most powerful entertainment brands. Our Company has one exciting mission: To entertain the human race.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The Director of Event Production provides leadership, direction, and management for all departments related to the production of live events, event day services special event operations, and all technical services provided by the T-Mobile Arena. The Director of Event Production ensures all activities performed within the reporting departments are in accordance with the company’s business objectives, budget guidelines, mission statement, and core service standards.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports the Executive Director / Assistant General Manager and Corporate Entertainment team in the development and implementation of the strategic plan and vision for the T-Mobile Arena consistent with MGM Resort International objectives;
- Provides leadership in the development and monitoring of division operations, fiscal budgets, and marketing strategies to produce both short-term and long-term profitability for T-Mobile Arena;
- Provides leadership and operational direction for the Event Services, Conversion, ICE Operationbs, Event Services, Technical/Production departments within the T-Mobile Arena;
- Executes all technical advances with touring production personnel for concerts, televised events, sporting events, and any other public events in the Arena;
- Manages production walk-throughs and technical advances with corporate clients for private events;
- Serves as a production liaison with property and corporate sales entities to ensure optimal experiences are delivered to internal and external clients;
- Provides leadership and direction to ensure all events are produced in an efficient and timely manner while ensuring procedures are in place to maintain security, safety and enjoyment of clients, guests and employees on a daily and event basis;
- Collaborates with the Executive Director / AGM T-Mobile Arena with the research, development, evaluation and implementation of new venues, products, services, technology, and processes to ensure the T-Mobile Arena’s competitive position in anticipation of changing customer needs within the dynamic hospitality/entertainment environment. Develops new techniques of service focused on quality, maximum event promoter/producer satisfaction, and profitability;
- Selects, contracts with, and monitors work of qualified professionals and vendors for the various outsourced operations and equipment suppliers;
- Develops operational and capital budgets for all technical equipment and event services used to produce live events;
- Develops effective working relationships with local fire and police departments and other government agencies;
- Provides leadership for the division’s human resources responsibilities to include: creating a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction; quality hiring, training, and succession planning processes that encompass the company’s diversity commitment;
- Ensures all reporting arena policies, procedures, and practices are consistent with the company’s core service standards and brand attributes;
SUPERVISION:
- Manager Event Services
- Manager Conversion
- Supervisor Arena Ops
- Vendor agencies
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- 21+ years of age
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in written form
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in event related technical and operations management of large-scale events (5,000+).
- Minimum 1-year supervisory experience in Arena operations
- Extensive knowledge of Computer Assisted Drawing (CAD) programs
- Proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook at an executive level
- Must have strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts
- Previous Experience in Ice Related Equipment / Dasher Systems / ICE resurfercer’s
- Forklift operation experience
PREFERRED:
- Associate Degree or equivalent Technical Certification
- Ice maintenance experience
- Ice rink related environment
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Must possess a valid Nevada Driver’s license for the performance of required company related travel.
- Forklift certification
- Proof of eligbility to work in the United States
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Must have the ability to pay attention to detail and have strong interpersonal skills to handle clients, employees, and interdepartmental relationships.
- Extensive knowledge in the areas of Rigging, entertainment lighting, sound, set design and construction in hotel/casino environment preferred
- Completion of an accredited rigging school or related experience
- Apprenticeship in lighting, sound, video, carpentry, or set design
- Working knowledge of hand and power tools
- Knowledge and experience in operating and maintaining forklifts, articulating boom lifts, man-lifts and scissor lifts
- Extensive working knowledge of Life Safety standards and NFPA Codes for public assemblies and ADA Federal and State regulations
- Extensive knowledge of public seating, egress, seating aisles, occupancy levels, emergency exiting, pyrotechnics and flammability as it pertains to public assembly safety
- Extensive knowledge in financial accounting regarding events pro forma, event pricing/cost estimates/billing, and price level computation/impact
- Budget for events planning and events cost estimating
- Must be able to match and control financial expenditures to meet event pro forma
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Varied shifts to include weekends and holidays, both on property and off
- This is not an official job description for this position and is not intended to include every duty or responsibility of the job nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do this job.
MGM Resorts International
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Company Overview WarnerMedia is a powerful portfolio of iconic entertainment, news, and sports brands. We bring people, technology, and the world’s best storytellers together to drive culture and meaningful connection. We believe the enduring power of stories can open our eyes to the world, to each other, and to new and different perspectives. This is our story We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.See what it’s like to work at CNN! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Join us. Shape your story here.The JobWarnerMedia seeks an Associate Producer Title for the CNN department.The DailyThe Associate Producer works closely with show producers on several fronts. AP’s track, edit and distribute elements for the program.They provide producers with support gathering material for segments, cut video elements and sound bites, help create graphics for segments.They are trained to write and edit short news pieces.AP’s are responsible for coordinating live remotes and guests during the broadcast in the control room and are also the main playback operators in the control room for elements rolling live into the program.The AP must work closely with rights and clearances, the affiliate desk and assignment desks to ensure the best and latest video is acquired, used and credited properly. AP’s are also called on to code and create banners, and all of this work is done under extremely tight deadlines for five hours of morning news programming.The AP’s work closely in the control room with writers, line producers and senior producers on choosing or producing sound bites, tease videos and VOs for live reads. The EssentialsA bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.Minimum of three years of experience in network television or major-market news production. Newsroom & live control room experience preferred.Familiarity with CNN video databases such as Mediasource is very helpful.Graphics production experience including experience with the “Viz Pilot” graphics device helpful.Non-linear video editing experience also important. Must demonstrate strong research skills.Experience in live control room is a plus.Must be team-oriented, able to take direction from producers and control room personnel, capable of meeting deadlines and functioning calmly in high-pressure situations including breaking news. Must be computer literate, have strong internet research skills, and the ability to learn internal digital video archives.The PerksExclusive WarnerMedia events and advance screeningsPaid time off every year to volunteer for eligible employeesAccess to well-being tools, resources, and freebiesAccess to in-house learning and development resourcesPart of the WarnerMedia family of powerhouse brandsWarner Media, LLC and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
WarnerMedia
Location:
Las Vegas, Nevada
Become one of the stars behind The SHOW and become part of the world’s most powerful entertainment brands. Our Company has one exciting mission: To entertain the human race.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The Senior Manager Entertainment Production is responsible for providing leadership and oversight over technical production operations for a group of properties for theaters, showrooms, and non ticketed entertainment events consistent with the strategic vision of the Entertainment CoE. Responsibilities include scheduling, staffing, equipment procurement, training, safe and efficient show operations, expense management and maintaining collaborative working relationships with talent, show partners, and vendors.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee the implementation and execution of policies, operating procedures, training programs, rules and regulations for the assigned venues to maintain a high degree of safe and efficient show operations.
- Manage production elements of various non-ticketed events. This includes all band/act setups and teardowns. Strong collaboration with property based special events teams to execute on their established strategies for other events (e.g. casino tournaments and promotional/brand activation events).
- Interview, select, train, supervise, counsel and coach staff for the efficient operation of the assigned venues.
- Drive employee engagement and guest experience through coaching, training and development.
- Responsible for equipment procurement, staffing and meeting financial budgets.
- Maintain trusting, collaborative relationships with clients and show partners (e.g. Artists, Cirque, Producers).
- Perform other job-related duties as requested.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Two (2) years experience as an entertainment production or technical manager.
- Bachelor’s degree in theater or business or related field, or equivalent education and experience.
PREFERRED:
- Previous experience in a similar resort setting.
- Technical certification.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Valid Driver’s License.
- OSHA 10/30 Certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to multi-task and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of management.
- Operational understanding of accounting and finance.
- Ability to supervise employees and provide direction for the specific venue.
- Knowledge of theatrical and production safety standards and practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, in both written and verbal forms
- Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
MGM Resorts International
The overall objective and purpose of the Production Manager, under the direction of the Director of Entertainment and Activities, is to coordinate, schedule, and manage all technical aspects of District Live Music Venue, free entertainment offerings, and special events for Plant Riverside District. Coordinate, schedule, and manage all A/V technicians for District Live, free entertainment offerings, and special events. Manage and maintain all Entertainment Department production equipment inventory, coordinating repairs as necessary. Manage and maintain District Live production equipment inventory. Maintain the artistic standards and intentions of The Kessler Collection/JW Marriott, Live Nation, and Plant Riverside District Entertainment Department.
Areas of Responsibility/Tasks Primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to the following:
• Collaborate with the Entertainment & Activities Director to review the requirements of the Daily Entertainment Operations and any other company related correspondence, notices, policies, procedures, and other related details.
• Demonstrate knowledge of job-relevant issues, troubleshooting, equipment, systems, and processes and stay up-to-date on new production technologies.
• Advance all contacts and riders with artists, Live Nation, and technical crew, ensuring artists and crews have what they need to, maintaining the success and integrity of all shows.
• Coordinate, schedule, and manage all artists and technical crews for each show from advance to load-in, rehearsal, performance, and load-out in District Live as well as for free entertainment offerings throughout Plant Riverside District.
• Ensure all entertainment experiences are appropriately staffed with professional, vetted technicians.
• Coordinate with Box Office Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, and security staff for each District Live show regarding artist contracts and riders.
• Manage technical crews to assure production elements for all shows and activities, such as audio levels, lighting, and video, are appropriate for the guest demographic and meet the standard of the specific artist.
• Ensure artists and shows begin and end on time by coordinating and managing artists and technical crews.
• Utilize positive interpersonal and effective communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others.
• Advocate well-founded financial and business decision making and demonstrate honesty and integrity while leading by example.
• Create systems and processes while developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
• Assist in the growth, development, enhancement, and direction of entertainment experiences through research, communication, collaboration, and creative production design.
• Ensure the guest, artist, and technical crew entertainment experience is maintained to a high-level of standards.
Key Partnerships
Cultivate successful relationships with the following individuals to achieve alignment and support.
• Director of Entertainment and Activities • Box Office Manager
• Entertainment Coordinator • District Live Food & Beverage Manager
• Security Manager • Property Executive Committee Team
Providing and Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
Provides services that are above and beyond for Owner/Guest satisfaction and retention.
Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
Standards & Culture
Individuals must serve as a cultural ambassador by upholding and promoting our standards.
Image & Presence: Bohemian. Our team is sophisticated and purposeful in their communication and body language
50% Classical European, 35% Colorful Gypsy Lifestyle, 15% Funky California Free Spirit
Service: Intuitive. Our team inspires the guest (and Grand Performer) experience with warmth and deliberate elegance.
Greet, Undivided Attention, Enthusiastic Response, Smile, Thank You
Listen, Empathize & Apologize, Accept Responsibility, Do Something About it, Exceed Expectations, Recover Loyalty
Performance: Extraordinary. Our team rises to outperform and consistently beat our best for even better.
Be Engaged: Enthusiastically share knowledge, experience and talent with others. Get involved!
Be Aligned: Collaborate effectively to accomplish goals and achieve results in the Kessler way.
Be Accountable: Have courage, accept responsibility for actions and/or inactions and expect others to do the same.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related training equivalent – Preferred, 5+ years of relevant work experience in similar scope and title, Experience with luxury brands and markets.
Work Environment / Conditions
The work environment/conditions described herein are representative of those that an incumbent may experience.
Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, without the use of a private office.
Must be able to cope with frequent changing priorities and deadlines with a high degree of optimism, professionalism & collaboration.
Schedules may vary from week-to-week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions & physical demands of this role.
Push, pull, and lift up to 40-pounds on a weekly basis.
- While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to travel by foot, car, bus, airplane or other means of transportation which require sitting, waiting and standing for long and short periods of tim
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations
Fox Television Stations is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities include writing stories and teases, editing video, and creating graphics and supers for newscasts, FOX4news.com, social channels and associated news partners. The position works closely with Producers to help develop and format newscasts and communicates continuously with Reporters, Photographers, the Assignment Desk, Managers and other applicable employees or outside sources regarding story developments and changes. Must possess the ability to write stories and post video for social media platforms in coordination with Producers and Managers. Must facilitate communication during newscasts regarding live shots and story development. Associate Producers must have the ability to overcome anticipated and unexpected changes when putting together newscasts.
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field required. Two (2) to three (3) years’ experience as a TV Newscast Associate Producer in a small to medium to major television market required. Ideal candidate must be able to work under tight deadlines and have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely. Strong writing skills required. Strong knowledge of legal and ethical parameters for mass media is essential. Strong working knowledge of the technical aspects of television news production required, including digital and web-based newsgathering tools. Ideal candidate must be able to use newsroom video and computer systems, editing, and graphics programs.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Fox Corporation
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide expert technical and operational support on-site, across Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere to our Editorial crews in Production
- Be a partner to our Editorial teams, build trusting relationships with Editors and Assistants across all our Shows
- Partner closely with the Client Services Team to ensure our service is efficient and optimized at all times, deliver a seamless experience for all our Filmmakers at each campus
- Partner closely with other internal engineering teams, providing concise reporting of issues, and Production context to ensure the creative and technical needs of the Editorial teams and our Shows are met
- Liaise closely with our Workplace team to ensure our Editors’ needs in terms of comfort and facilities are always met and exceeded with minimal disruption
- Document, share, and evolve best practices and ‘how to’ brochure guides for our Editorial teams
- Build close relationships with our software and vendor partners to drive innovation and development
- Provide workflow expertise, post pipeline knowledge, and guidance to our Editors, filmmakers and Post Management executives.
Qualifications:
- 10+years of experience in facility as an Avid and Adobe Premiere Technician, within post production, studio or network
- Deep technical and working knowledge of creative software applications including Avid’s Media Composer and Pro Tools, the Adobe Suite. Python and bash scripting knowledge is a plus
- Working knowledge of hardware including workstations, components, displays, peripherals, networking, and storage solutions as it applies to editorial workflows
- The ability to elucidate software bugs, organize support requests, and close the loop on remediations
- Experience with and ability to respectfully, but authoritatively, engage with creative executives and content creators
- Ability to manage and operate in ambiguous situations and think on your feet to solve challenges and problems
- Strong communication skills with proven ability to socialize, explain and promote new and complex technology, tools, and workflows
- Extensive knowledge of content creation and post-production workflows
- Proven track record of innovation, initiative, ideation, and implementation
- Proven abilities to embrace, drive and enable change management
- Experience with instituting quality management frameworks and process improvement
- Experience working with diverse teams across multiple functions, skills, and locations
- Strong organizational skills with a proactive mindset, positive orientation, and outlook
- Ability to respond after hours for important, timely, or urgent matters
- Team-player who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting
- Passionate about our culture and values in the workplace
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Netflix
Paramount Television Studios is a leading studio, developing and financing a wide range of cutting-edge and entertaining television content across all media platforms for distribution worldwide. The studio’s robust slate includes Tom Clancy’s “Jack Ryan” (Amazon), “13 Reasons Why” (Netflix), “Maniac” (Netflix), “Shooter” (USA), “Berlin Station” (EPIX), “The Alienist” (TNT), “The Haunting of Hill House” (Netflix), “Catch-22” (Hulu), “First Wives Club” (Paramount Network), “Looking for Alaska” (Hulu), “Briarpatch” (USA), “Boomerang” (BET), “Shantaram” (Apple), “Dream Team” (BET), “The Contender” (EPIX) and “Snow Crash” (Amazon), among others. Paramount Television Studios is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a subsidiary of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a global content company with premier television, film and digital entertainment brands.
Overview
We are excited for a Junior Publicist to join the team! This position will be responsible for assisting with high-profile publicity campaigns for Paramount Television Studios programming. The role supports the communications Senior Leadership team in handling all internal and external communications and publicity for PTVS. The Junior Publicist will report to the VP, Publicity & Communications.
Responsibilities
Help initiate and implement publicity campaigns for assigned PTVS series including coverage with national media, talent publicity trips, press junkets and on-set media visits in support of assigned projects.
Create and disseminate programming information to national and local print, online and broadcast media.
Write press releases, storylines, press notes, talent and producer bios, photo/art selections and captions.
Establish professional relationships, trust and credibility with the national media by maintaining day-to-day contact with journalists/editors/bookers to build program and brand awareness.
Monitor news outlets and routes pertinent stories to the rest of the communications team and senior leadership.
Sends media coverage (dating announcements, production deals, acquisitions, casting news, etc.) to executive team.
Liaison with studios, producers, talent and their management to facilitate ongoing publicity support for series.
Work on distribution of video clips for talent appearances, assisting reporters with photo and screener requests.
Work to garner publicity for special events and screenings as needed at events such as premieres and screenings, including writing and distributing media alerts, walking talent down a red carpet. Assist with press, photo and talent needs during events.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, with preference for concentration in media and/or communications
Three to five years of experience as a Public Relations Coordinator/Assistant, working for a studio, network, streaming platform, production company or agency.
Additional Qualifications
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
A self-starter with the ability to troubleshoot
Working knowledge of media with strong press contacts
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and follow through on all projects
Polite and professional manner, exercising patience and diplomacy. Ability to deal with different personalities
Ability to adapt to changing situations and work in a fast-paced department
Ability to maintain confidentiality
ViacomCBS is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At ViacomCBS, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. ViacomCBS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. https://www.viacomcbs.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
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Showtime
Job Description
Role: VP, Production Features
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Company Description: Endeavor Content is a global leader in the production and distribution of premium film and television content. The studio’s film titles include Book Club for Paramount Pictures, Blue Miracle for Netflix, Just Mercy for Warner Bros and Joe Bell with Roadside Attractions, as well as upcoming titles including The Lost Daughter for Netflix, Ambulance for Universal Pictures and My Best Friend’s Exorcism for Amazon. The studio produces premium TV series such as See and Truth Be Told on Apple TV+ and Nine Perfect Strangers and the upcoming Life & Beth for Hulu, Severance for Apple TV+ and Tokyo Vice for HBO Max. Endeavor Content also handles global distribution for hit series including Killing Eve, Normal People and The Night Manager. The studio brokered the deal with Netflix for multiple event series from the Roald Dahl Estate.
Job Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Head of Production and Creative Team(s) to successfully realize the vision of each feature.
- Effectively communicate with Producers and Directors in the execution of their duties
- Work with department lead to craft production budgets, schedules, and planning documents
- Supervise all aspects of production and develop effective procedures and systems to keep productions running smoothly.
- Teaming with Co-Productions, Third Parties and Acquisitions staff to support co-production and reformatting efforts.
- Successfully negotiate deals with new Producers/ Third Party Production Service Companies.
- Monitors all feature projects in progress with regard to schedule, budgets, update meetings, etc.
- Solve budgetary issues while maintaining the creative integrity of the film.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Provide daily supervision for Production Supervisors, Managers, and Production Coordinators for scripted features.
- Review Production Reports, Hot Costs, and Cost Reports on a daily basis.
- Stay abreast of each state’s tax incentive credits and film crew availability.
- Work closely with-in the organization to manage each project efficiently from pre-production though delivery.
- Stay abreast of new developing digital production technologies, workflows, and new cameras.
- Able to travel both domestically and internationally when required.
Job Requirements/Qualifications
- 8 + years experience in physical production, from pre-production through post-production.
- A strong understanding of the film production process and working familiarity with the various entertainment guilds and unions for film and TV including without limitation SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA and IATSE.
- Proven track record of fostering, building, and maintaining relationships with key external and internal clients.
- A high integrity level and a passion for, and caring about, the quality of feature filmmaking that the studio is involved in.
- Experience building and working as part of a cohesive team.
- Flexibility and the ability to perform effectively under stress and meet deadlines.
- The ability to work at the strategic level as well as operating day-to-day activities.
- Extremely goal-oriented with the ability to prioritize.
- Excellent communications and relationship skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant industry experience – ideally a combination of creative, business, and sales.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to author and deliver high-quality presentations.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
- A baseline understanding of the film/tv and/or media markets/ business models.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work comfortably and successfully in a team environment.
Endeavor is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Endeavor
Paramount Television Studios is a leading studio, developing and financing a wide range of cutting-edge and entertaining television content across all media platforms for distribution worldwide. The studio’s robust slate includes Tom Clancy’s “Jack Ryan” (Amazon), “13 Reasons Why” (Netflix), “Maniac” (Netflix), “Shooter” (USA), “Berlin Station” (EPIX), “The Alienist” (TNT), “The Haunting of Hill House” (Netflix), “Catch-22” (Hulu), “First Wives Club” (Paramount Network), “Looking for Alaska” (Hulu), “Briarpatch” (USA), “Boomerang” (BET), “Shantaram” (Apple), “Dream Team” (BET), “The Contender” (EPIX) and “Snow Crash” (Amazon), among others. Paramount Television Studios is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a subsidiary of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a global content company with premier television, film and digital entertainment brands.
Overview
The Vice President, Publicity & Communications role will be responsible for initiating and implementing publicity campaigns for PTVS programming, managing a team on each assigned show and delegating responsibilities working with both internal and external partners. The Vice President will also help support the EVP across corporate communications working with various internal departments at PTVS and ViacomCBS. The role is based in LA and will report to the Executive Vice President, Communications.
Responsibilities
Developing and carrying out all PR campaigns and generating strategic media plans for PTVS series.
Leading a team on all assigned projects, being the main point of contact with PTVS external and internal partners.
Initiating and establishing professional relationships, trust and credibility by maintaining day-to-day contact with trade and entertainment writers, editors and talent bookers to build brand and program awareness.
Liaising with producers, talent, and management to facilitate ongoing publicity support for the programming and building strong relationships with them.
Planning, developing and completing talent publicity trips, press junkets and on-set media visits in support of series when needed.
Working red carpet premiere events and other industry events such as TCA, Comic-Con, SXSW, etc.
Writing press releases, press notes, talking points and talent itineraries for all assigned series.
Working closely with partners across PTVS departments to improve cross-functional strategy and awareness.
Help support executive profile building for PTVS executives, work across corporate communications for PTVS and create and implement PR strategies to amplify the PTVS brand both internally and externally with trade press.
Manage direct report and provide guidance and mentorship for further development.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum 12+ years of experience working in entertainment publicity, with a deep understanding of the entertainment landscape and media trends.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred.
Additional Qualifications
Strong contacts with press and within the media/entertainment industry.
Excellent interpersonal skills, able to build strong collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with an ability to manage several projects in a fast-paced environment.
Committed to the success of the team!
ViacomCBS is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
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