AbelCine, a premier provider of equipment and technology solutions for the broadcast, production, and new media industries, is seeking a Post Production Project Manager for a short-term opportunity supporting a high-profile client in Midtown Manhattan. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, is highly organized, and has strong experience managing post workflows across multiple content types.
What You’ll Do
- Manage intake of new post-production requests, ensuring all deliverables, formats, and aspect ratios are clearly defined
- Partner with Production Managers and stakeholders to confirm scope and requirements
- Ensure post teams have all necessary reference materials (briefs, papercuts, design assets), escalating gaps as needed
- Coordinate daily with Media Management to ensure footage is ingested and ready for edit
- Own and maintain post-production schedules across branded, corporate, and social content
- Track deliverables and timelines, ensuring projects stay on schedule and adjusting as needed
- Consolidate and communicate feedback to editors and motion designers
- Capture and manage feedback during live and work review sessions
- Build and maintain Smartsheet dashboards for tracking, reporting, and stakeholder visibility
- Collaborate with Production and Post leadership to manage workflows and improve processes
- Forecast post-production needs and support resource planning
- Manage editor, animator, and freelancer assignments and bandwidth
- Source and onboard freelance post talent and vendors as needed
- Lead post-production status meetings and kickoff calls
- Track project completion and ensure proper documentation and updates
- Identify risks, bottlenecks, and workflow improvements
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of experience in post-production coordination or project management
- Strong understanding of post workflows across video, branded, and social content
- Experience working with editors, motion designers, and external vendors
- Highly organized with strong project management and communication skills
- Experience with Smartsheet (or similar tools) preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Comfortable working onsite in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Engagement Details:- Engagement: Temporary Full-Time Employment
- Project Dates: April 8th, 2026 - Mid-End of May, 2026
- Location: Onsite - Midtown Manhattan
- Classification: Non-Exempt
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM
- Location: New York, NY
- Compensation: $2,500-weekly
At AbelCine, we believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We are committed to equal-opportunity hiring and value a team that brings a range of perspectives, skills, and experiences to our company.