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Controller - Film/Production Company Well-established Film & Production company is seeking a hands ... Manage production job costing, budgets, and variance analysis. * Oversee payroll and HR ...

Sr Product Manager

Glendale, CA · On-site

$141K - $190K/yr

Analyze and interpret data to support decision-making at the studio, production and individual ... Bachelor's degree in film production, computer science, information systems, software, electrical ...

This position is responsible for managing the Cast stretch film production and projects in a cost ... Analyze product failure data in order to determine causes of problems and develop solutions.

Senior Director, Production

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$175K - $190K/yr

Bachelor's degree in a film related field such as film production, film direction, communications ... Flawless organizational, mathematic and analytical skills with the ability to work on multiple ...

Process Engineer II

Greer, SC · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

... our film lines: Process & Operational Excellence * Provide daily technical troubleshooting support for safety, quality, and productivity challenges. * Analyze and trend process KPIs to drive ...

Process Engineer III

Greer, SC · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

... our film lines: Process & Operational Excellence * Provide daily technical troubleshooting support for safety, quality, and productivity challenges. * Analyze and trend process KPIs to drive ...

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How much do film production analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for film production analyst in the United States is $34.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.37 and $38.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a film production analyst?

A Film Production Analyst is a professional who evaluates the financial and logistical aspects of film projects. They analyze budgets, assess production schedules, and provide insights on cost-saving measures and risk management. Their role often involves working closely with producers, directors, and finance teams to ensure that a film stays within budget and on schedule. By interpreting data and industry trends, they help guide decision-making throughout the production process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a film production analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Film Production Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, a solid understanding of film production processes, and typically a degree in film studies, business, or a related field. Familiarity with budgeting software, data analytics tools, and production management systems like Movie Magic or EP Scheduling is common. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These qualifications are crucial for ensuring production efficiency, cost control, and informed decision-making throughout the filmmaking process.

What are some common challenges faced by film production analysts when coordinating between creative and financial teams?

Film Production Analysts often navigate the challenge of balancing creative vision with budgetary constraints. They must communicate effectively with both creative teams, who may push for additional resources, and financial teams, who are focused on cost control. This requires strong negotiation skills, the ability to interpret data for non-technical stakeholders, and the flexibility to adapt plans as production needs shift. Successfully managing these dynamics ensures the project stays on track and within budget, while still supporting the creative goals of the film.

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Infographic showing various Film Production Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,603 per year, or $34.4 per hour.

Analyst, Content and Production Clearance, Intellectual Property

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Netflix, Inc.
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 5 - 10K employees

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Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Netflix rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

The Team & The Role:

Netflix is seeking an Analyst for our Content and Production Clearance team to assist our film and television productions with managing risks associated with copyright, trademark, and right of publicity law. The successful candidate will collaborate with the company's award-winning television and film productions, working with producers, writers and creative crew to review and provide guidance on scripts, art, wardrobe, props and other production materials, and negotiate licenses when necessary. The candidate will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining the Content and Production Clearance team’s internal and cross-functional workflows, and for managing Netflix’s clip licensing program. This position is within the Studio Affairs legal team and reports to the Director & Senior Counsel, Intellectual Property. This position may be based in either LA or NY. This is an opportunity to help Netflix shape the future of filmed entertainment.

The successful candidate will be, at heart, a practical problem solver: Flexible in approach and adaptable to ever-changing creative and business needs, with a strong understanding of the underlying legal issues that enables quick decision making with imperfect information.

Requirements:

3 to 5 years of legal clearance experience in film and television advising productions on intellectual property, personality rights, and fair use issues. Experience supporting scripted film and television shows is preferred. Experience managing fast-paced clearance activities with production personnel, clearance firms and licensors of production materials; and reviewing and organizing a high-volume of scripts, research reports, license agreements and other clearance documents. High level attention to detail, patience and persistence to respond to and follow up with ongoing requests. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that allow you to collaborate with people having diverse viewpoints and interests. Demonstrated ability to drive efficiency and think strategically about production clearance and risk tolerance. A flexible mindset, and a willingness to tackle matters outside the area of expertise. Prior experience negotiating and drafting license agreements in a production environment is preferred but not required.

Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $160,000.00 - $240,000.00.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner. We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

At Netflix, we want to entertain the world. Whatever your taste, and no matter where you live, we give you access to best-in-class TV series, documentaries, feature films and games. Our members control what they want to watch, when they want it, in one simple subscription. We’re streaming in more than 30 languages and 190 countries, because great stories can come from anywhere and be loved everywhere. We are the world’s biggest fans of entertainment, and we’re always looking to help you find your next favorite story.

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About Netflix

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Netflix is the world's leading streaming entertainment service with 222 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries, feature films and mobile games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any Internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Gatos, CA, US

Year founded

1997