Senior Manager, Physical Production

Shondaland

. Support the Vice President, Production, on all projects and cover conflicting meetings or calls as needed .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and analytical skills while managing complex logistics and production processes. Proficient in maintaining budgets, coordinating with legal teams, and building relationships across various stakeholders in the production environment.

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Budget ManagementProduction CoordinationLogistics ManagementCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Budget Version TrackingDGA Deal Memo ReviewProduction Legal Document CoordinationShow Outline AnalysisInsurance Claims TrackingSustainability PracticesReference Checks ManagementProduction Budget RecommendationsStage Leasing ManagementClearances Process Tracking

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedSelf-MotivatedProblem-SolvingJudgmentEnthusiasm to Learn

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteGoogle SuiteSlack

Industry Keywords

Production ManagementFilm Commission LiaisonShondaland Brand AwarenessFast-Paced EnvironmentMentoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Vice President, Production, on all projects and cover conflicting meetings or calls as needed
Own internal reporting on Grey's Anatomy and other assigned shows
Lead special projects, such as the Ladder Program
Read show outlines and scripts and provide production budget notes and recommendations
Maintain budget version tracking spreadsheets and monitor changes
Review DGA deal memos and verify dates and payments
Coordinate with Partner BA/Legal on agreements and production legal documents
Oversee and mentor Coordinators and Assistants
Research potential heads of department and manage vetting and reference checks for key show personnel
Review credits against crew lists, HOD agreements, actor contracts, and episodic credit templates
Research and scout cities, countries, stages, and production service companies; liaise with Film Commissions
Manage leasing processes for stages and offices for domestic and international series
Help oversee setup and wrap of stage spaces within budget parameters
Build relationships with producers, network executives, agents, studio operations, vendors, and production staff
Work with Network/Broadcast counterparts across BALA, Finance, Creative, Post-Production, and third-party vendors
Track the clearances process with a network vendor
Liaise with shows and networks on final document delivery
Engage labor counsel and communicate with the DGA and SAG when needed
Oversee cast insurance declarations and track insurance claims through resolution
Establish code names for new series with creative teams and showrunners
Oversee sustainability and green programs and maintain applicable practices
Prepare recap notes after key meetings when covering for the VP

Requirements

What you’ll need

Highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
Enthusiasm to learn and drive to contribute
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes unpredictable environment; works well under pressure and tight deadlines
Strong ability to consistently apply good judgment and make good decisions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to quickly develop internal and external relationships at all levels
Demonstrated discretion
Experience managing complex logistics
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Slack, and all other job-required software
Ability to work across multiple time zones, while keeping a balanced schedule
Strong awareness of and appreciation for the Shondaland brand and mission

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Hybrid work arrangement