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Production Manager Programmes
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21 August 2026 (10 hours ago)
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18 November 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Premier League Studios are looking for a Production Manager to join the Programming team supporting the planning delivery and day-to-day management of a number of Programmes made for Premier League rights holders worldwide.
Reporting to the Production Executive the Production Manager will support the Programming team across all stages of production ensuring projects are delivered efficiently on schedule and within budget. Working closely with the Editorial teams they will help coordinate resources manage timelines and maintain clear communication throughout the production process.
Who we are
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone everywhere and is available to watch in over 900 million homes in 189 countries.
In November 2024 the Premier League announced it was establishing a new in-house media operations business launching at the start of the 2026/27 Premier League Season. Premier League Studios will be responsible for all international media content production and distribution providing a best-in-class content service to the Premier Leagues partners and millions of passionate fans around the world.
Premier League Studios is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however we particularly encourage applications from women people from minority ethnic communities LGBTQ people and disabled people.
Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week where possible. You will be expected to attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements.
Reporting to the Production Executive the Production Manager will support the Programming team across all stages of production ensuring projects are delivered efficiently on schedule and within budget. Working closely with the Editorial teams they will help coordinate resources manage timelines and maintain clear communication throughout the production process.
Who we are
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone everywhere and is available to watch in over 900 million homes in 189 countries.
In November 2024 the Premier League announced it was establishing a new in-house media operations business launching at the start of the 2026/27 Premier League Season. Premier League Studios will be responsible for all international media content production and distribution providing a best-in-class content service to the Premier Leagues partners and millions of passionate fans around the world.
Premier League Studios is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however we particularly encourage applications from women people from minority ethnic communities LGBTQ people and disabled people.
Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week where possible. You will be expected to attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements.
The role
- Creating managing and reporting on budgets
- Booking and scheduling technical facilities edits audio and post production
- Organising and booking crew for shoots worldwide
- Experience of getting carnets and visas for travel
- A good understanding of archive clearance procedures
- Arranging necessary logistics for any equipment hires required
- Supporting the Editorial teams
- Working with in-house legal teams to ensure suppliers are contracted and compliant
- Ensure IR35 rules are adhered to
- Approving timesheets and invoices raising POs and monitoring team expenses
- Supervise day-to-day operations to ensure smooth running of the department
- Ensure team compliance with health & safety safeguarding etc and perform risk assessments when needed
- Managing and approving team overtime ensuring compliance with working hours policies
- Completing Albert paperwork and using creative thinking to drive forward Premier League Studios sustainability goals
- Problem solving day-to-day issues that arise
Requirements for the role
- Previous experience working as a Production Manager ideally within a programming or broadcast production environment.
- Experience working on international productions with an understanding of health and safety requirements visa processes and transport logistics.
- Negotiation being comfortable with negotiating and managing a range of suppliers and freelancers.
- Good understanding of relevant laws i.e. Health & Safety Data Protection Contractual Compliance Copyright etc.
- Delegation appropriately distributing tasks between the production team.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good attention to detail and financial acumen.
Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance.
Premier League Studios is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.
We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you please contact .
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