AbelCine is a leading provider of equipment, technology, and production services for the broadcast, film, and new media industries. We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Production Manager to join our Production Services division in support of our key client, Blackstone, Inc.
Blackstone Production manages a wide array of content, including marketing campaign videos, digital series, social media reels, case studies, and animated or VFX-based videos. As Production Manager, this role will ensure the smooth execution of these projects by delivering high-level administrative and production support and work closely with producers and stakeholders to keep projects on time, within budget, and aligned with client expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with business units and creative teams to review project intake requests and define objectives, timelines, and requirements.
- Schedule and coordinate intake meetings, pre-production calls, production days, and post-production transitions.
- Source and secure vendors, freelancers, and rental equipment; negotiate rates and confirm bookings.
- Monitor performance of external partners and escalate concerns to the Production Management Lead.
- Partner with producers to develop and manage production budgets from planning through wrap.
- Oversee crew travel logistics and review associated expenses.
- Reconcile project invoices and expenses; ensure accurate cost center assignment and update business units on final spend.
- Manage on-set logistics, coordinate building access, and meet insurance and compliance needs.
- Maintain production calendars, trackers, and documentation for clear reporting and visibility.
- Provide on-set and administrative support, respond to urgent production requests, and ensure shoot schedules and call sheets are optimized.
- Capture, archive, and track release forms for each production.
- Validate freelancer timecards for accuracy in hours and pay rates.
- Create clear reports and provide quarterly performance metrics to the Production Management Lead.
- Proactively identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining production quality.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field.
- 5–7 years of experience in production management, coordination, or corporate content production.
- Strong budgeting and crewing knowledge, with familiarity in production equipment and workflows.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Self-motivated, highly adaptable, and comfortable working independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Experience with project management tools (SmartSheet preferred).
- Familiarity with Coupa and Concur systems a plus.
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working in or with corporate environments and internal stakeholders.
Physical Effort:
- Prolonged sitting and standing work at a computer, requiring frequent use of monitors
- Manual dexterity and mobility required
- Standing and walking for the duration of the work shift
- Occasional reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching
- Occasional lifting or moving supplies and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs., including items located above shoulder level
Location: Midtown Manhattan, NYC (Fully Onsite)
Compensation: $105K - $115K annually
Status: Full-Time Position
We understand that it’s people that make our company great. Because of this, we’re prepared to offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits that include healthcare (with dental and vision), a 401k, flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, supplemental insurance, discounted gym memberships, paid time off, sick leave and holidays, as well as company culture that is relaxed but engaged.
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.