Production Manager

Job Description

Who are we?

143 Studios, Inc. is a media company headquartered in Boston, MA, specializing in creating, producing, and publishing first-of-its-kind audio and visual content that inspires and empowers millions of people globally. Our track record includes billions of video views, millions of books sold, eight #1 audiobooks, 25 million total followers, and original professional development courses for top-tier clients like Starbucks, Ulta Beauty, JP Morgan Chase, and Audible.

143 Studios produces content across all platforms for Mel Robbins, the leading female voice in mental health, wellness, and personal development. This includes The Mel Robbins Podcast, the #1 podcast worldwide and the 6th most-followed podcast on Apple Podcasts. Millions of listeners tune in weekly for science-backed tools, expert resources, and inspiration to live their best lives.

143 Studios is seeking a talented Production Manager to join our dynamic, high-performing team. This isn't just any production job -- this is a rare opportunity to work at the epicenter of one of the most influential media platforms in the world.

As the production studio behind The Mel Robbins Podcast--ranked #1 in the world--143 Studios is redefining the way people consume transformative content. Our work reaches millions of listeners every week, changes lives and pushes the boundaries of personal growth, mental health and wellness media.

We are looking for a sharp, motivated and creative Production Manager who thrives in high-impact environments and is passionate about delivering top-tier audio and video content. This is a vital role in the day-to-day operations and combines project management, technical expertise, and collaboration in the creation of engaging, high quality episodes.

Your Mission

As Production Manager, you will be at the heart of our studio operations, maintaining the entire production cycle--from pre-production planning through post-production delivery —all while maintaining quality standards, team collaboration, healthy resource capacities, and supporting the production team in meeting all deadlines.

Reporting to the Managing Producer, you'll be both a strategic leader and a hands-on operator guiding and improving the studio's operational workflows. The ideal candidate has extensive experience working with production and creative teams, excellent communication and project management skills, and is a self-starter who enjoys a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Collaborate closely with members of the producing team on all aspects of production - across pre-production, recordings, and post-production.

Pre-production:

Manage resourcing, task assignments, and deadlines for all pre-production deliverables

Collaborate with booking agency and Managing Producer to align guest appearances and studio schedules

Create and distribute run of shows for every production

Production:

Monitor and maintain production schedules

Coordinate team and talent communications to keep all stakeholders informed and aligned

Ensure studio technical setup (audio, lighting, video equipment) meet our brand and quality standards and are operate as expected

Post-production:

Supervise post-production tasks including editing schedules and deadlines, resourcing, task assignments and reviews

Oversee content delivery processes, ensuring timely and seamless delivery of assets to publishing partners

Uphold brand standards in final outputs--every file, every time

Operational Excellence:

Assist with maintaining budgets and expense tracking

Manage our revenue-generating ad and partnership workflows – resource management, task assignments and deadlines, and delivery of final content at quality standards

Maintain an always-on resourcing dashboard for a view of workload across the production team

Maintain all assets within 143 Studio's file system and digital asset manager

Maintain equipment inventory list between our studio spaces

Stay up-to-date on the latest trends in audio and video production to keep our team ahead of the curve

Foster a collaborative and creative work environment - you bring calm to chaosQualifications:

6-8+ years of experience in resource and project management with teams in the audio and video production space, experience in podcasting is a plus

Very strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Mastery expertise in Google Suite, Dropbox, and project management software (e.g. Monday.com, Asana or similar)

Advanced knowledge of production software such as Descript, Pro Tools, and Adobe Creative Cloud

Strong ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical and logistical issues quickly and efficiently

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership

Understanding of audio and video production workflows (pre-production, recording, post-production)

Strong leadership and team management skills

Creative thinker with a keen eye for detail

A go-getter with a can-do, system and solutions-driven work ethic

Comfortable in a fast paced production environment

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Based in or willing to relocate to Boston, MA

You'd fit in on Team 143 if…

You're looking for a dynamic and engaging job that makes an impact on people's lives in a meaningful way

You bring fresh ideas to any project or conversation

You are someone who isn't afraid to take on all kinds of tasks and learn new things

You are a team player who wants to be part of making the company better as a whole

You believe in the work and are motivated by the difference you're making in people's lives

Learn more about us:

Our website: Click here

Our podcast: Click here

If this sounds like your dream role, send us your resume & cover letter that tells us why you're the perfect fit.

Full-time