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Director of Post Production jobs are open across film studios, streaming platforms, advertising agencies, and broadcast networks, at every level from associate director to VP, with specializations in visual effects, editorial workflow, and digital distribution. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
Key job responsibilities
understand nuances of individual project schedules and creative requirements.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to meet delivery deadlines.
- Source preliminary and final materials from Post to support early localization.
- Ensure all localized content meets censorship requirements for the designated territory.
- Work closely with compliance teams to secure approvals.
- Oversee the DCP mastering process for original, dubbed, and subtitled versions..
- Ensure all required theatrical release formats (2D, 3D, Dolby Vision, IMAX, Barco, Large Screen, etc.) are properly prepared for the territories.
- Identify and manage accessibility file requirements, ensuring compliance with local standards.
- Order digital keys and site manage early screenings as needed.
- Manage assets to and from ROW Theatrical sub-distribution partners for quick turn downstream use.
- Work closely with key vendors to ensure all materials meet Amazon’s high quality bar.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of post producer or post executive experience
- 5+ years of budgeting, scheduling and technical workflows experience
- 5+ years of delivering final video production for advertising or tv experience
- Experience owning post production strategy and end to end delivery
- • Minimum of 10 years of Experience Studio/Lab.
- • Proven experience in international theatrical mastering or distribution within the film or entertainment industry.
- • Strong knowledge of censorship regulations and compliance requirements.
- • Experience working with localization providers, Studio operations, and creative teams.
- • Familiarity with DCP mastering, quality control processes, and theatrical release formats.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with legal contracts and contract negotiation
- Experience with variety of digital media workflows
- Experience in project management including resource planning, managing schedules, reporting project status and prioritizing own tasks and those of other team members for multiple projects
- Experience troubleshooting problems and offering solutions to streamline complex challenges
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Product Management, Customer Service, Operations, Legal, Finance, and Senior Leadership
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, Culver City - 93,400.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Key job responsibilities
understand nuances of individual project schedules and creative requirements.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to meet delivery deadlines.
- Source preliminary and final materials from Post to support early localization.
- Ensure all localized content meets censorship requirements for the designated territory.
- Work closely with compliance teams to secure approvals.
- Oversee the DCP mastering process for original, dubbed, and subtitled versions..
- Ensure all required theatrical release formats (2D, 3D, Dolby Vision, IMAX, Barco, Large Screen, etc.) are properly prepared for the territories.
- Identify and manage accessibility file requirements, ensuring compliance with local standards.
- Order digital keys and site manage early screenings as needed.
- Manage assets to and from ROW Theatrical sub-distribution partners for quick turn downstream use.
- Work closely with key vendors to ensure all materials meet Amazon’s high quality bar.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of post producer or post executive experience
- 5+ years of budgeting, scheduling and technical workflows experience
- 5+ years of delivering final video production for advertising or tv experience
- Experience owning post production strategy and end to end delivery
- • Minimum of 10 years of Experience Studio/Lab.
- • Proven experience in international theatrical mastering or distribution within the film or entertainment industry.
- • Strong knowledge of censorship regulations and compliance requirements.
- • Experience working with localization providers, Studio operations, and creative teams.
- • Familiarity with DCP mastering, quality control processes, and theatrical release formats.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with legal contracts and contract negotiation
- Experience with variety of digital media workflows
- Experience in project management including resource planning, managing schedules, reporting project status and prioritizing own tasks and those of other team members for multiple projects
- Experience troubleshooting problems and offering solutions to streamline complex challenges
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Product Management, Customer Service, Operations, Legal, Finance, and Senior Leadership
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, Culver City - 93,400.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
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Who's Hiring
- CARVANA25
- Fagron2
- SendcutSend2S
- NBCUniversal2
- iAnthus Capital2
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of post production jobs.
- 7 or more years of progressive post production experience, including supervisory roles
- Deep knowledge of non-linear editing systems such as Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro
- Experience managing post production budgets and vendor or facility contracts
- Proficiency overseeing visual effects pipelines and working with VFX supervisors
- Strong understanding of digital delivery formats, color pipelines, and mastering standards
- Bachelor's degree in film, media production, communications, or a closely related field
Tips for Your Director of Post Production Job Search
Tailor your reel to the format
Streaming employers want evidence of episodic finishing pipelines. Advertising agencies want speed and version control. Cut your reel and resume cover to the specific format of each opening so your most relevant post production experience leads.
Show budget and vendor management wins
Job descriptions for director of post production roles consistently ask for P&L ownership. Quantify the size of budgets you managed and name the facility or vendor relationships you stewarded, without citing exact dollar figures that may not apply universally.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of post production openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your delivery and mastering experience
Many candidates bury technical delivery knowledge deep in their resume. Post production directors who can speak to IMF packaging, HDR mastering specs, and platform delivery requirements stand out when studios and streamers are evaluating finalists.
Prepare a workflow redesign story for interviews
Hiring managers at this level probe for change leadership. Arrive ready to walk through a specific post production workflow you redesigned, the problem it solved, and how you brought editorial, VFX, or sound teams along through the transition.
Negotiate start date around project cycles
Post production director roles often open mid-production. If you receive an offer, ask where the project is in its timeline before accepting a start date so you can align your onboarding to a moment when you can actually lead rather than just observe.
Director of Post Production Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of post productions?
The most active employers for director of post productions right now are CARVANA, Fagron, and SendcutSend, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Streaming platforms, major studios, and large advertising networks have consistently driven the highest volume of openings at this level.
How many director of post production jobs are remote?
About 57% of director of post production openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the role's mix of on-site and distributed work. Editorial oversight and delivery coordination tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles tied to on-premises finishing suites or studio infrastructure typically require a physical presence.
How do you become a director of post production?
Most directors of post production move up through editorial or post coordination roles, building hands-on experience with finishing pipelines, vendor management, and delivery requirements. Getting comfortable with budgets early, earning trust managing cross-functional teams, and developing relationships with colorists, sound supervisors, and VFX leads are the steps that most consistently open the door to director-level consideration.
Can you get hired as a director of post production without prior director-level experience?
Yes, but you need to demonstrate that you have been doing director-level work without the title. Candidates who have led a full post production pipeline, managed a facility budget, and shepherded a project through final delivery are regularly hired into their first director role. Framing your resume around outcomes and scope, not job title, is what moves applications forward.
What does the director of post production interview process look like?
The process typically includes a recruiter or HR screen, a detailed conversation with the head of production or studio executive focused on your specific pipeline experience, and a final round with creative leadership or key department heads. Expect to walk through a past project end to end, discuss how you handled budget or schedule pressure, and sometimes present a workflow or staffing plan for a hypothetical scenario.
Where can I find and apply to director of post production jobs?
You can find and apply to director of post production jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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