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Netflix

Associate, Physical Production Legal

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

The Physical Production Legal team is seeking a dynamic Associate/Associate Counsel to join our team primarily to support the Eyeline business and scripted live-action series as needed. This role ...

SP Inc.

General Laborer / Packer / Production

Corona, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and be comfortable working in a physical, production-based role. Responsibilities: * Lifting up to 50 lbs * Performing production line and warehouse tasks

Fastsigns¬Surprise, Az

Production Specialist

Surprise, AZ

$16 - $21.75/hr

Working under general direction, the Production Specialist is responsible for all aspects of the physical production of signs. Sign assembly includes preparing substrates and applying vinyl according ...

TIME

VP, Production, Studios

New York, NY

Lead physical production and operational oversight across TIME Studios' slate of documentary features, unscripted series, specials, and branded content. * Oversee projects from development and pre ...

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How much do physical production jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for physical production in the United States is $18.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Physical Production vs Set Construction?

AspectPhysical ProductionSet Construction
Primary FocusOverseeing all aspects of production logistics, including scheduling, budgeting, and coordination on setBuilding, assembling, and dismantling physical sets and scenery for production
Required SkillsProject management, communication, industry knowledgeCarpentry, design, craftsmanship
Work EnvironmentOn-location and studio sets, production sitesWorkshop, on-set construction areas
Industry UsageFilm, TV, theater, commercial productionFilm, TV, theater, event production

Physical Production involves managing the overall production process, including scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating resources on set. Set Construction focuses specifically on building and assembling physical sets and scenery. While both roles are essential in production, Physical Production managers oversee the entire process, whereas Set Construction professionals handle the physical creation of sets.

What is physical production in the film and television industry?

Physical production refers to the phase of filmmaking or television production where the actual shooting and recording of scenes take place. This stage involves all on-set activities, including managing the crew, coordinating logistics, setting up equipment, and capturing footage as per the script. Physical production is distinct from pre-production (planning, casting, location scouting) and post-production (editing, visual effects, sound design). The physical production team ensures that the creative vision is executed efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Physical Production, and why are they important?

To thrive in Physical Production, you need strong organizational abilities, budgeting expertise, and a thorough understanding of production workflows, often supported by a degree in film, media, or a related field. Familiarity with production management software, call sheet tools, and union regulations is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills set standout professionals apart in this role. These skills are crucial to coordinating complex projects, managing resources, and ensuring productions are completed on time and within budget.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Physical Production, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in Physical Production often face challenges such as tight deadlines, last-minute changes, and coordinating large, diverse teams across multiple departments. Managing these issues requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and adaptability. Building good relationships with crew members, anticipating potential setbacks, and maintaining detailed production schedules are essential strategies for navigating the fast-paced environment of physical production. Proactively problem-solving and staying flexible can help ensure smooth operations from pre-production through post-production.
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Infographic showing various Physical Production job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,233 per year, or $18.9 per hour.
Director of Physical Production

Director of Physical Production

TubeScience

Los Angeles, CA

$120/day

Full-time

Posted 7 hours ago

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Director of Physical Production

Los Angeles, California, United States

📋 Role: Director of Physical Production

📍 Location: Los Angeles, CA (Daily studio presence required)

💰 Compensation: $120–150K

👤 Reports to: Head of Production

💡 The Role

We're looking for a Director of Physical Production to lead TubeScience's on-the-ground production operation. This is a senior leadership role for someone who can walk a studio floor, run a tight schedule, transform a production team, and build the operational infrastructure that lets a high-volume creative machine scale.

You'll own everything that happens between a production brief and wrapped footage: studios, equipment, crews, freelancers, vendors, schedules, and the team that makes it all run. You'll work cross-functionally with Strategy, Post-Production, and Casting to make sure physical production never becomes a bottleneck.

This is perfect for someone who's run physical production at scale before: managed studios, led production teams, built processes that actually stick, and done it all in an environment where speed and volume are the norm. You're equal parts production leader, systems builder, and people developer — and you know the difference between being busy and being effective.

You also believe the best production orgs are built around doers — people who own the work end-to-end and stay close to the craft. You're excited about a world where automation, remote teams, and AI absorb the meta-work so the team can spend more of its time on the work itself.

🎬 What You'll Do

🎯 Own physical production end-to-end — studio shoots, location work, multi-environment productions — ensuring every shoot is planned, staffed, and executed on time

🧭 Help shape what the production org looks like as we scale — investing in talent close to the craft, and leaning into automation, remote teams, and AI to absorb the work better suited to them

📊 Drive production throughput and cycle time improvement across all teams — set expectations, build reporting, diagnose bottlenecks, and hold teams accountable to delivery standards

🏛️ Manage studio operations including facility readiness, equipment inventory and lifecycle, and scheduling across simultaneous shoots — gear and space should never be the reason a production stalls

👥 Lead and develop the production team — coaching for autonomy, raising the bar on craft, and building a team that reflects how we want to operate at scale

🎥 Own the freelance crew pipeline and vendor relationships — sourcing, vetting, rate management, and maintaining a reliable bench of on-call production talent and specialized services

⚙️ Build the operational systems — processes, documentation, and reporting — that make the operation consistent, scalable, and not dependent on any one person's institutional knowledge

💰 Manage production spend with discipline — balance quality and speed with cost awareness across crew, equipment, vendors, and facilities

🧬 You'll Need to Have

📋 7+ years in production operations, with 3+ years managing teams in a high-volume environment — broadcast, digital media, daily programming, or high-cadence ad production. Not feature films or one-off commercials.

🏛️ Hands-on experience managing studios, equipment operations, and freelance crew pipelines — not just schedules, but the physical infrastructure.

🔧 Zero tolerance for loose schedules, unclear ownership, and "we'll figure it out day-of."

⚙️ A track record of building operational processes that outlive individual team members — not just running what exists, but making it meaningfully better.

🧱 A systems-first mindset — preventing problems rather than fighting fires, with a clear instinct for what automation, AI, and remote teams can take on, and the judgment to decide what they can't.

🎨 A bias toward craft and doers. You've built or worked in orgs where the best operators stay close to the work itself — not just coordinating it — and you build teams that reflect that.

👥 A proven ability to make people better — through clear expectations, direct feedback, and genuine investment in their growth.

📊 Strong planning discipline, real business judgment, and fluency with production management tools

⚡ An energy for volume and velocity — our pace should be exciting, not overwhelming.

✨ Why TubeScience

🚀 Join a company in rapid growth mode — bootstrapped, profitable, and scaling

🏆 Work with category-leading brands and see your leadership directly impact production output

🏗️ Build from the ground up — this is a new role with a mandate to shape how physical production operates

📈 Massive growth opportunity for the right operator