Post-Production Project Manager

AbelCine, a leading equipment and technology provider for the broadcast, production, and new media industries, is currently seeking a Post-Production Project Manager to support a high-performing client team in Midtown Manhattan. This is a full-time consultant (FTC) role employed by AbelCine and embedded with our client, working across a high volume of video and content projects.

This role is heavily focused on project management, workflow optimization, and cross-functional coordination-ensuring projects move efficiently from intake through final delivery.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience with Smartsheet, strong familiarity with Frame.io, and a solid understanding of post-production workflows, including Adobe Creative tools. If you're a highly organized project manager with strong post-production expertise and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end coordination and scheduling across multiple post-production projects

Build and manage detailed project plans in Smartsheet, including timelines, dependencies, and status tracking

Partner closely with motion design and editorial teams to drive projects through post from kickoff to delivery

Ensure all required assets (design files, animation elements, references) are accounted for and aligned with scope

Own day-to-day communication and reporting, providing clear visibility into progress, risks, and deadlines

Develop executive-level reporting and dashboards for stakeholders

Serve as the central point of contact across production, post, design, and business teams

Manage project intake, prioritization, and workload distribution

Coordinate external vendors and freelance resources, ensuring alignment on timelines and deliverables

Oversee Frame.io workflows, including feedback consolidation, version control, and approvals

Ensure all deliverables meet technical specifications and platform requirements

Collaborate with media management teams on ingest and archival workflows

Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and workflow bottlenecks

Support continuous improvement of post-production workflows and best practicesQualifications

5+ years of experience in post-production project management or similar role

Expert proficiency in Smartsheet (required)

Strong experience managing Frame.io workflows

Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Media Encoder)

Strong understanding of post-production pipelines (editorial, motion, color, audio, delivery)

Experience managing vendors and freelance teams

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentPreferred Skills

Experience with MAM systems (IPV Curator, Dalet, or similar)

Familiarity with Frame.io Camera to Cloud

Studio or live playback workflow experience

Exposure to AI-assisted workflowsPhysical Effort:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer

Dexterity for using design tools and equipment

Ability to distinguish colors, fonts, and images

Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks

Occasional lifting of light equipment (e.g., printers, monitors)

Standing or walking for short periods, such as during meetings or presentationsEngagement Details:

Engagement: Full-Time Employment

Location: Midtown Manhattan (4 days onsite / 1 day remote)

Classification: Exempt

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM

Compensation: $115K - $125KPerks & Benefits:

Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans (individual, dependent, and family coverage)

Short-term & long-term disability benefits

401(k) with employer match (up to 2% of annual pay)

Paid time off, including caregiving and personal leave options

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare & dependent care

Supplemental health insurance coverage

Commuter benefits & gym membership discounts

Employee Assistance Program & life insurance

Equipment borrowing program + discounts on gear purchases

Access to professional development resources

At AbelCine, we believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We are committed to equal-opportunity hiring and value a team that brings a range of perspectives, skills, and experiences to our company.