Post Production Manager Jobs
Post Production Manager jobs are open across film, television, advertising, digital media, and streaming, from coordinator-level to senior and executive, with specializations in editorial workflow, visual effects oversight, and finishing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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
- Amazon3
- Fagron2
- SendcutSend2S
- NBCUniversal2
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in post production manager jobs.
- 5 or more years of post production experience with at least 2 in a supervisory or management role
- Proficiency in industry-standard NLEs and post production management software such as Avid, Premiere Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
- Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end post workflows from editorial through color, sound, and delivery
- Strong budget management and scheduling skills across multiple concurrent projects
- Experience coordinating with VFX, color, audio, and QC vendors to meet broadcast or streaming delivery specifications
- Bachelor's degree in film production, media arts, communications, or a closely related field
Tips for Your Post Production Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to each pipeline
Post production shops run Avid, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, or proprietary workflows. Call out the exact systems you've overseen in each role, not just editing software you've touched, so hiring managers see you can manage their specific pipeline on day one.
Show budget and schedule ownership clearly
Many post production manager candidates bury cost and delivery details inside job descriptions. Pull those out into measurable statements: how large a budget you managed, how many projects you delivered simultaneously, and whether you hit deadlines under revision pressure.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists post production manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by deliverable format
Long-form episodic work, commercial production, and social-first content require very different post workflows. Filter your search by format or studio type so your application lands where your finishing, color, and audio handoff experience is most directly relevant.
Prep for a workflow design conversation
Interviews for post production manager roles often include a scenario question about rebuilding or troubleshooting a broken pipeline. Walk through a real example you owned, name the bottleneck, the fix, and the turnaround improvement, so your answer is concrete and credible.
Negotiate against a deliverables list, not a title
Offer discussions go better when you anchor on scope: number of projects running in parallel, expected revision rounds, and whether you're responsible for vendor contracts. Getting those terms on paper protects your time and strengthens your case for a higher base.
Post Production Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most post production managers?
The companies hiring the most post production managers right now include CARVANA, Amazon, and Fagron, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Streaming platforms, broadcast networks, and large advertising production houses consistently account for the highest volume of open roles.
How many post production manager jobs are remote?
About 54% of post production manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by employer type. Roles focused on workflow coordination, vendor management, and scheduling tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions requiring hands-on supervision of on-site suites or finishing rooms are typically in-person.
How do you become a post production manager?
Most post production managers start as assistant editors, editorial coordinators, or post production assistants and build up through the ranks by owning increasingly complex workflows. Developing fluency in multiple NLEs and pipeline tools, taking on scheduling and budgeting responsibilities early, and demonstrating that you can coordinate across editorial, VFX, color, and sound departments are the practical steps that lead to a management role.
How do you get hired as a post production manager with little experience?
If you're early in your career, focus on roles titled post production coordinator or assistant post supervisor, which feed directly into management positions. Highlight any project where you owned a deliverable schedule, managed a vendor relationship, or stepped in to solve a workflow problem. Employers in smaller studios and digital content shops are more likely to promote from within, so those are strong entry points.
What does the post production manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen covering your workflow background and the types of projects you've managed, followed by one or two rounds with the head of post or a senior producer. Expect at least one scenario question asking how you'd handle a compressed delivery schedule or a vendor failure mid-project. Some employers also ask you to walk through a past post schedule or budget you built.
Where can I find and apply to post production manager jobs?
You can find and apply to post production manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and the type of content you want to work on, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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