Operations Manager - Film and Movies

Position Overview

An established company is seeking an experienced and highly organized Operations Manager to oversee and coordinate end-to-end operations of their film, movie, and entertainment business.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of both creative production workflows and operational execution, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on schedule, and within budget—without compromising creative quality.

This role sits at the intersection of creativity, logistics, finance, and people management, supporting productions from concept development through post-production and distribution.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production Management

• Oversee end-to-end operational processes across film and entertainment projects from pre-production to post-production and release
• Translate creative concepts into executable operational plans, timelines, and budgets
• Coordinate daily operations across departments including creative, production, technical, finance, and administration
• Ensure smooth execution of shoots, rehearsals, productions, and events

Project & Resource Management

• Develop and manage production schedules, workflows, and deliverables
• Allocate and optimize resources including crew, equipment, locations, and vendors
• Monitor project progress and proactively resolve operational bottlenecks

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Prepare, manage, and track production budgets and operational costs
• Ensure cost efficiency while maintaining production quality
• Approve operational expenditures in line with agreed budgets

Team & Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as the central point of coordination between directors, producers, creatives, technical teams, and external partners
• Manage vendors, service providers, and production partners
• Support talent and crew logistics, contracts, and scheduling

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Establish and improve operational systems and procedures for efficiency and consistency
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations