Production Manager

Contract: 3 monthsCompany Overview At Cowshed Collective our mission is to create pioneering content that builds communities, drives culture and challenges tradition. We want to entertain audiences, wherever they are, by making what they actually want to watch. We have a shared purpose, to build the new era of entertainment.Role PurposeWe’re looking for an experienced, highly organised Production Manager to work on one of our very successful returning large-scale digital reality series. You’ll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production process, with a particular focus on budget and schedule management, ensuring that all milestones and deadlines are met on time and within budget.Responsibilities Oversee the entire production together with a designated Senior ProducerExperience on large-scale productions, ideally fixed-rig, reality shows is preferredProficiency managing large budgets and cost reportingExperience contracting a team of freelancers as well as suppliersExcellent communication skills required - you will be liaising with your production counterparts as well as with other departments to ensure everyone is aligned on the project needs and prioritiesExtensive experience overseeing complex Risk Assessments and safety briefings as well as managing Insurance PoliciesPrevious experience working with talent + knowledge of standard welfare proceduresKeep safety and compliance in mind, we take that seriously!Project reconciliation, making sure everything is tied up nicelyGeneral strong understanding of production management principles and tools