YouTube Production Manager

Position Overview

The Production Manager serves as the operational leader of the production department. Working closely with the Head of Production, this role is responsible for ensuring every production is planned, organized, staffed, and executed efficiently from pre-production through wrap. This position owns production logistics, scheduling, resource planning, departmental coordination, and execution across multiple projects while continuously improving workflows and production systems. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, calm under pressure, and capable of anticipating production needs before they become problems.

• Lead pre-production planning for all assigned productions
• Build and maintain production schedules and timelines
• Review scripts to identify production requirements
• Develop execution plans for locations, props, wardrobe, crew, and equipment
• Coordinate production calendars across multiple projects

• Manage production logistics from concept through completion
• Coordinate locations, permits, vendors, rentals, and transportation
• Oversee prop, wardrobe, and production asset readiness
• Ensure equipment is prepared, maintained, and available
• Track production budgets and purchasing
• Resolve logistical challenges before they impact production

• Lead production meetings and planning sessions
• Coordinate communication across creative, production, and post-production teams
• Assign responsibilities and follow up on deliverables
• Support Production Assistants and Production Coordinators
• Foster accountability, organization, and operational excellence

• Ensure productions remain on schedule
• Identify risks and implement contingency plans
• Troubleshoot production issues in real time
• Maintain production documentation and reporting
• Ensure productions meet quality, safety, and organizational standards

• Develop and improve production workflows
• Build scalable SOPs and production systems
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend solutions
• Continuously improve communication and collaboration across department

• 3+ years of experience managing productions, projects, or operations
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Valid driver''s license

• Experience in You Tube, digital media, television, or film production
• Familiarity with project management platforms (Notion, Asana, Airtable, etc.)
• Experience managing production logistics and budgets
• Experience leading teams in fast-paced creative environments
• Understanding of creator-driven content production