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Stella McCartney

You will set the standard for motion design excellence, overseeing ideation, production and delivery of video and graphic assets that define our visual language. Acting as both a leader in your team ...

Regent University

Artist-in-Residence (Film)

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$120.50K - $144.30K/yr

Required production duties will be in motion picture editing, production/post-production management, or motion graphics. Candidates will have demonstrated expertise in one of these needed fields, as ...

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A Motion Picture Production job involves overseeing various aspects of filmmaking, from pre-production planning to on-set coordination and post-production editing. Professionals in this field work on tasks such as script development, casting, budgeting, scheduling, and managing the technical crew. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include directing, producing, cinematography, or editing. These jobs require creativity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with large teams to bring a film to life.

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To thrive in Motion Picture Production, you need a solid understanding of film production processes, budgeting, scheduling, and film industry standards, typically gained through a degree in film, media, or related experience. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as production management software (e.g., Movie Magic), editing suites, and audiovisual equipment is important. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills help you manage teams and coordinate large projects effectively. These competencies are essential to ensure productions are completed smoothly, on time, and within budget while meeting creative goals.

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A typical day in motion picture production involves coordinating with various departments, managing shooting schedules, and troubleshooting on-the-fly challenges that arise on set or in pre-production meetings. Production professionals often balance administrative duties like managing budgets and permits with hands-on tasks such as organizing crew assignments and ensuring equipment is in place. You can expect a fast-paced environment where adaptability and quick decision-making are key. Collaboration is central, as you'll frequently interact with directors, cinematographers, talent, and technical teams to keep the project moving efficiently. This dynamic and team-oriented setting offers new challenges daily and is ideal for those who thrive in organized, creative, and high-energy workplaces.
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Deals Manager, Motion Pictures

Deals Manager, Motion Pictures

Creative Artists Agency (CAA)

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Who We Are
Positioned at the nexus of talent, content, brands, technology, sports, and live events, CAA creates limitless opportunities for the storytellers, trendsetters, icons, and thought leaders who shape popular culture. Across film, television, music, sports, digital media, marketing, and beyond, we represent thousands of the world's leading actors, directors, writers, producers, musical artists, comedians, authors, athletes, coaches, broadcasters, teams, leagues, chefs, designers, consumer brands, and more. In service of them, we are committed to remaining the strongest, most vibrant, and most innovative service company in the world.
The Role
We are seeking a highly- motivated Motion Picture Deals Manager with a combination of Motion Picture Production knowledge, strong leadership skills and exceptional collaboration, organizational and customer service skills. Based in Los Angeles, this position will be focused on the day-to-day operations and will be responsible for the oversight of incoming deal bookings, ensuring remittances are received and processed on time, resolving payment issues with buyers and clients,, all in collaboration with Motion Picture Agents/Assistants and Trust accounting. The Manager will also drive training for Motion Picture Assistants on booking and accounting systems, in collaboration with Trust and Learning & Development teams. This is a perfect opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate between the Motion Picture Agents/Assistants and Trust team in ensuring the highest level of accuracy and timeliness
  • Oversight over an hourly FTE on the MP Production team to ensure all parts of the system are working and payments are handled timely with accuracy
  • Ensure new contract bookings are submitted timely and accurately
  • Ensure remittances are received timely and investigate any delays in anticipated payments to ensure clients are paid timely
  • Ensure Motion Picture Production clients are onboarded properly and paperwork is submitted to ensure timely payments
  • Oversee the onboarding process for Motion Picture Production clients, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed to facilitate timely payments
  • Provide ad hoc analysis and reports for agents on client payments and accounting
  • Develop a culture of collaboration and customer service at all levels of the agency
  • Identify areas for continual process improvement
  • Identify opportunities for continual process improvement and recommend actionable strategies for implementation
  • Complete various reporting and analysis of commission transactions and cash collections
  • Demonstrate the ability to seamlessly transition between various accounting systems, quickly adapting to new platforms and processes
  • Organize and facilitate comprehensive training sessions and/or meetings to ensure alignment with the team's current goals and needs

Qualifications
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting and management experience
  • Experience in motion picture production industry preferred
  • Bachelor's or higher degree preferred
  • Demonstrated experience in leading teams
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, complex projects and meet deadlines
  • Proven ability to work in complex, matrix organizations
  • Strong customer service and collaboration skills
  • Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
  • Experience managing processes and projects that involve collaborating with teams across the organization.

Location
This role is based in our Los Angeles office, with the team working on-site Monday through Thursday and the option to work remotely on Fridays.
Compensation
The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $110,000 - $120,000 in Los Angeles. This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.
Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee's or their dependent's reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.
The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

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