Manager, Office & Production Services

Company: Warner Media, LLC.
Location: Burbank
Posted on: May 17, 2023

Job Description:

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery--- the stuff dreams are made of.Who We Are--- When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next---From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.Your New Role...The Manager, Office & Production Services, will be assigned to multiple production- and/or office-based clients. They will serve as the Studio's point person and client liaison in all matters relating to the coordination and support of these clients. They are responsible for the day-to-day operations/logistics, client point of contact, and interfacing with other WBSO departments for both production and non-production buildings on the main lot facility. They also are the decision makers for usage, scheduling of maintenance work and special requests, and ensure safety protocols and security measures are followed when providing access to buildings for clients and WBSO departments as needed. Responsibilities include ensuring the smooth execution of feature, television series and commercial production, special events and all other activity that is undertaken by the clients which utilize the main lot stages, offices, exterior sets, production services departments and other related WBSO production facilities; responding to production and non-production client requests sometimes on an urgent basis; and being on call 24/7 when a building emergency arises, such as leaks, fire/life safety, security and access issues. The OPS Manager, in conjunction with the VP and Exec Directors, provides stage, office and set usage, coordinate moves/adds/changes to the client's orders, maintain/update billing data in Xytech MediaPulse as well as Planon, furnish offices, and manage remodeling/construction projects. The Manager supervises (1) Sr. Clerk including scheduling, work assignments, job oversite and coaching, and indirectly advises the OPS Client Service Center.Your Role Accountabilities...25% of Time

• Scheduling and coordinating of daily requirements for assigned production clients. Production requirements include transportation unit parking needs; securing availability of WBSO-provided facilities as requested by clients; technical scouts/surveys for future production; checking and confirming sound stages and exterior set readiness for production's occupancy; oversight of WBSO-supplied personnel and services; responding to inquires/requests from production as needed; interfacing with WBSO Safety, Fire, Studio Protection and other departments to provide clients with proper guidance necessary to ensure compliance with safety measures and other WBSO policies and procedures. Provides after-hours support by responding in a timely manner to client and WBSO requests, including in-person and by phone/email/text.25% of Time
  • Provides full range of property management services in an expeditious, thorough, and professional manner. Works with existing tenants to ensure space is maintained well including carpet, paint, furniture, utilities and cleaning. Has authorization to assign requests to in-house and outsourced vendors with tact and diplomacy, at times independently and on an emergency basis. Coordinates client relocations, space changes and additions including maintaining and updating billing in a timely manner. Recommends capital improvement projects. Provides after-hours support by responding in a timely manner to client and WBSO requests, including in-person and by phone/email/text.20% of Time
    • Tracking and monitoring of all expenditures with WBSO departments and services on behalf of clients. This includes oversight of all costs incurred from Office & Production Services, via daily review and confirmation of each client's work orders in Xytech MediaPulse and Planon. In addition, this position reviews office reservation assignments and confirms coding rent billing in Planon.10% of Time
      • Ensures general upkeep of building maintenance including building walks/inspections before and after client occupancy, responding to building system issues, coordination of trades/vendors and ensuring fire/life/safety systems are compliant and within budgets. Must identify necessary repairs and improvements, select sub-contractors, vendors and materials to be used.Reviews expenses and invoices for services rendered. Monitors the stage interior and exterior perimeters so they are always kept clean and clear and in compliance with WBSO and Burbank city fire-safety codes.10% of Time
        • Supervises (1) Sr. Clerk, including scheduling, work assignments, job oversite, coaching and training. Regularly follows up on projects assigned to clerk and provides feedback and guidance.10% of Time
          • Serves as Project Manager for construction and maintenance work for both offices and stages as needed. Obtains estimates, approves payments, the issuing of purchase orders & work authorizations, schedules work, and obtains appropriate approvals when work exceeds $10,000.TYPES OF DECISIONS MADE BY THIS POSITIONProtects WBSO relationships with our clients and neighbors through proper coordination of activity.
            • During late night or early morning hours, a production may be filming on an exterior set on the main lot and is judged by Burbank PD to be in violation of the noise ordinance.The OPS Manager is required to ensure the production's compliance with the ordinance, or to cease production.Collaborates frequently with WBSO Studio Protection Group to open buildings, stages and other sensitive and secure areas for various purposes relating to the performances of the job, including giving approval to individuals who will be provided with keys and/or access authorizations.
              • Provides access to outside vendors, WBSO trades, Construction and approves when security set watch is required for buildings/areas within confidential departments or high-profile client offices
              • Oversees access for Post Production buildings and ensures compliance with MPA security guidelinesServes as the liaison to high profile producers, talent and/or C-level executives, corporate clients and provides access for their personal moving companies, designers, or other high-profile visitors to offices on lot, working with Security and Labor Relations to ensure WBSO protocols are followed while keeping a high level of discretion.
                • A production assigned to this person may hire an outside, unauthorized catering company to provide the cast and crew meals on a production day.The catering company's truck and workers are denied access to the lot because WBSO policy states that productions must use WBSO Catering services.In the absence of the Vice President or Executive Directors of OPS, the OPS Manager may be required to speak with potential clients and provide them with information regarding the availability and utilization of WBSO facilities and services.
                  • Provides options to potential clients/tenants for available space and designating client usage.
                  • Relocates clients as needed to comply with maintenance/fire/construction imperatives
                  • Responsible to manage projects within budget or escalating as needed in advance of overspend (e.g., building maintenance expenditures of $10,000 or less).The OPS Manager will generally be the first point of contact for any building (production facility or office) when there is a fire/life/safety emergency or serious property damage.
                    • Deploys WBSO and outside vendors as needed in emergency situations such as building leaks
                    • Evacuates buildings for safety concerns working with WBSO, Safety and Fire as neededQualifications & Experience...
                      • Required 3+ years in film or television production, or management of a production or office park facility.
                      • Bachelor's degree preferred.
                      • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook programs. Must be able to learn other specific programs needed for client service. Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as photocopying equipment.
                      • Driver's License necessary for on-lot excursions (via electric carts) as well as travel to other WBSO owned lots, as needed.
                      • Background should include experience with coordinating offices moves and relocations.
                      • Enthusiasm and acuity for logistical problem-solving, often in a very urgent timeframe.
                      • Collaborative, team-first approach, applicable to the Office & Production Services department, the division of Warner Bros. Studio Operations, and all occupants & guests of Warner Bros. Studios.
                      • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with an emphasis on details and record-keeping.
                      • Stamina for long workdays, as well as specific lengthy appointments (e.g., tech scouts or corporate meetings which can last multiple hours).
                      • Ability to balance confidence in one's project management skills with an openness to seeking new information and developing added skills on a near-constant basisManagement has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.How We Get Things Done---This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.The Legal Bits---In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. $58,625.00 - $108,874.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.

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