Production Manager

Who We Are

O Positiv Health is a Los Angeles-based womens health company on a mission to support women through every stage of lifefrom their first period to well beyond their last. Since launching in 2018 O Positiv has reshaped the womens health space tackling long-overlooked issues with innovative science-backed products and boldly breaking taboos along the way. Our growing portfolio spans PMS & hormone balance vaginal & urinary health digestion menopause and conception supportoffering vitamins supplements and personal care products that women trust.

Today O Positiv products are sold nationwide at Target Walmart CVS Amazon TikTok Shop and . Were proud to hold the #1 Vaginal Probiotic nationwide and multiple top-performing products across major wellness categories. We are scaling fast and shaping the future of womens health. Our team combines an entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation and a commitment to impact. Join us and youll have the opportunity to grow alongside a company thats making a real difference.

Your Role

The Production Manager oversees the planning and execution of all photo and video productions ensuring projects are delivered on time on budget and to high creative and operational standards. Serving as the central point of coordination for the Production team this role translates creative vision into actionable production plans and leads all logistical aspects of production including budgeting scheduling crew and vendor management locations permits and on-set operations. The Production Manager proactively identifies risks solves problems in real time and maintains efficient workflows across pre-production production and post-production.

This role reports to the Executive Producer and works closely with the Photo Art Director producers editors and Project Managers. The ideal candidate is a highly organized hands-on Senior Production Coordinator or Production Manager with experience producing both field and studio photo and video shoots. They are a proactive problem solver who is comfortable jumping in wherever needed to support the team and keep productions running smoothly. The candidate brings a strong network of production contacts experience managing crews of 20 people working knowledge of Excel and Google Sheets and excellent communication organization and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities and Duties

• In coordination with Producers and the Photo Art director schedule staff and organize shoots.
• Prepare budgets for shoots track expenses and create cost reports. Manage shoots/projects from start to finish keeping productions moving.
• Forecast and track monthly budgets for the Creative Team.
• Negotiate deal terms with crew and models. Ensure all paperwork is completed and up to date. Log and track usage terms for any assets with limited terms.
• Be present on set for shoot days ensuring a safe working environment helping organize schedules call-sheets crew meals logistics etc.
• Track production performance identify efficiencies and continuously improve processes
• Ensure the studio space is well-maintained and organized.
• Maintain organized archives of assets contracts releases and production documentation
• This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time and to lift carry push and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience:
• 5 years of experience in photo and/or video production production management or creative operations.
• Prior experience working as a Production Manager or Production Coordinator for a production company or agency with significant time spent on-set.
• Proven experience managing multiple productions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of photo and video production workflows equipment and post-production processes.
• Excellent budgeting scheduling and project management skills.
• Proficiency with production and project management tools (e.g. Asana ).
• Bachelors degree in film photography communications digital media or a related field or equivalent experience.

• Interpersonal:
• Team-player hard-working and goal-oriented.
• Adaptability - Able to quickly pivot when issues arise remaining solution-oriented.
• Calm leadership under pressure - positive and easy-going attitude and on-set presence.
• Detail oriented and meticulously organized.
• Respects each and every role on set and in the office from PAs to department heads.
• Ability to address issues professionally and resolve conflicts without escalation.

• Additional Preferred Experience and Skills:
• Experience as a photographer or videographer basic understanding of camera functions and lighting.
• Knowledge of usage rights licensing and talent agreements.

Hours and Compensation

The anticipated base compensation range for this role will be $125000-$140000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidates experience and local market rates.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay based on prior experience
• Position will be based out of Santa Monica Los Angeles - in person (Mon-Thurs in office/Friday remote)

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible PTO Sick Days and Wellness Days
• Monthly Social Hours
• Medical Vision and Dental Coverage
• 401K with matching
• $50/month Fitness Reimbursement Up to $1800 in annual wellness benefits
• An environment of collaboration high performance & respect amongst all employees and managers

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O Positiv believes in the power of building a diverse and culturally inclusive team. We seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our teams. Were driven to build a workplace based on inclusive behaviors and equitable systems where all employees can bring their authentic selves feel engaged and share their perspectives as a valued member of O Positiv.