Production Manager, Studios, IMG

London, England, United Kingdom

12/17/2024

Who We Are:

At IMG, our Studios business use content and technology to power the world's passion for sport, working with global clients including The Premier League, The R&A, DP World Tour, Euroleague Basketball and Major League Soccer. We've built Europe's best-connected broadcast centre at Stockley Park, London, distributing 35,000 hours of content globally and creating some of the world's best sporting coverage. Our facilities include four broadcast studios, fifty edit suites and a multitude of radio, podcast, dubbing and VFX facilities, with specialisms in remote production and carbon reduction thanks to our Green to Screen initiative. Whether it's live coverage, archive, highlights, social media, branded content or feature films, we give the audience a front row seat to the best sport in the world.

Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.

What You’ll Do:

Join our Audio team in the Films, Audio, and Branded Content department, where no two days are the same! You'll be the driving force behind keeping our productions on track, managing budgets and schedules, and working with incredible clients like the BBC, The R&A, UEFA, and AELTC (Wimbledon).

You’ll help shape the future of our audio productions, supporting the Head of Audio with strategy and team oversight, while also bringing in top-notch freelance talent and negotiating deals with suppliers. Got a knack for creativity and organization? You’ll prepare budgets for new projects, keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes, and even roll up your sleeves to support our editorial team on-site during big productions.

From monthly financial reports to solving challenges on the fly, you’ll be at the heart of it all. If you love a fast-paced environment and the chance to make a real impact, this role will keep you inspired and buzzing. Plus, there’s always room to take on new, exciting responsibilities!

PLEASE NOTE: This is a 12-month fixed-term contract based our facility in Stockley Park, Uxbridge.

Applications will close on Sunday 5th January 2025 date 11.59pm UK Time.

Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:

• Working in the Audio division within the Films, Audio and Branded Content department
• Providing operational management of production budgets and schedules of all productions
• Management of client relations (including the BBC, The R&A, UEFA and Wimbledon)
• Assisting the Head of Audio in overseeing the production strategy and team
• Hiring of freelance staff and contractors
• Commercial management including negotiating deals with suppliers (personnel and resource)
• Preparing budgets for programmes in development
• Providing onsite support for the editorial team during key productions
• Monthly financial reporting
• You may also be required to carry out any other duties which are within the scope and purpose of the job
  
  

You Will Have The Following Strengths:

• Experience in managing junior production management personnel
• Ability to create a detailed, line-by-line production budget
• Knowledge of production and post-production technologies and workflows
• Knowledge of archive and music clearance
• Knowledge of production insurance, health & safety
• Experience of dealing with International and UK broadcasters, and an understanding of the UK TV, radio and Digital industry landscape
  
  

We’d Love If You Also Have These:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Excellent multitasking abilities, managing multiple projects at once
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Proactive problem-solver with a solutions-focused mindset
• Passion for sports and a keen interest in the industry
  
  

Our Vision – Power the World’s Passion for Sport.

Our Mission – Be Vital. Work as one.

And Our Values:

• We are BOLD and not afraid to take risks.
• We are PASSIONATE and proud of our legacy.
• We are DYNAMIC and constantly evolving.
• We are AUTHENTIC and human.
• We are UNITED in our pursuit of excellence.
  
  

Our Work Ethic:

IMG is at the center of sports, media, entertainment, and fashion and is a largely relationship-based business. To foster an environment of collaboration, develop our future talent, and build on relationships across leadership, peers, and teams, we work from the office 4 days per week. We see immeasurable value internally and throughout the core of the businesses we support.

Benefits:

• Income protection
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Virtual GP
• Pension contribution
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Dental insurance
• Green car scheme (only eligible if in a permanent contract)
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidized office canteen
• Free breakfast
• Free on-site parking at Stockley Park office
• Eye Care
• Endeavor Wellness - lunch and learn events
• EAP (Employee Assistant Programme) - range of practical and emotional support services
• Critical Illness cover
• Financial Wellbeing
• Health Cash Plan
• Subsidized gym membership / Class-pass/ GymPass
• Health Screening
• Will Writing
• Dynamic office environment with great people!
• Regular team and company networking events/celebrations
• Access to free tickets to sporting and entertainment events
• Tech Scheme
• Taste Card
• Travel Insurance
  
  

The Process:

We appreciate the time take to apply for the role and your recent interest in IMG. We will review all applications and will be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, due to volume we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.

• Tele/Virtual Interview – up to 30 mins with member of talent acquisition team
• 1st stage interview - Virtual/in person
• 2nd stage interview – if required
  
  

Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world’s diverse voices.  

Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.