Key Responsibilities

Pre-Production Planning

Collaborate with creative directors, producers, and clients to understand project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
Break down scripts, treatments, and concepts into production requirements (crew, equipment, locations, post needs).
Prepare detailed production budgets and schedules.
Identify and onboard directors, DOPs, stylists, production designers, and key crew members.
Manage casting, location scouting, and permissions.
Conduct pre-production meetings (PPMs) to align creative and logistical elements.

Production Management

Oversee all aspects of on-ground shoot execution, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and creative vision.
Supervise crew, vendors, and talent during shoots.
Troubleshoot on-set challenges proactively.
Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and company policies.
Maintain communication between creative, client, and production stakeholders.

Budgeting & Financial Management

Create, track, and manage production budgets, including approvals and reconciliations.
Negotiate vendor rates, crew costs, and logistics expenses.
Handle expense tracking, billing documentation, and closure reports.

Vendor & Resource Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with production vendors, studios, equipment houses, and freelancers.
Oversee equipment rentals, logistics partners, catering, and transportation.
Maintain a database of reliable production partners and crew.

Post-Production Coordination

Work with editors, colorists, and post-production teams to ensure timely delivery.
Track versioning, client feedback, and delivery milestones.
Archive raw footage, assets, and backups properly.

Client & Internal Collaboration

Act as the operational bridge between client, agency, and production crew.
Participate in client calls, share updates, and manage expectations.
Collaborate with content strategists, creative directors, and account managers for project alignment.

Line Producer