Post Production Supervisor

Studio City PXL; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing post-production company in California is seeking a Post Production Supervisor to manage all aspects of post-production activities. The ideal candidate will coordinate with producers and directors, oversee the budget, and ensure that final outputs meet technical specifications. Key responsibilities include setting up workflows, managing schedules, and leading teams. Strong experience in film, TV, or digital media is required along with proficiency in editing software. This role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Post Production Supervisor, Coordinator, or Assistant Editor in film, TV, or digital media.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to keep complex projects organized.
• Ability to handle high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up the post-production workflow and manage technical needs.
• Create and enforce post-production schedules.
• Monitor costs and track the post-production budget.
• Hire and supervise post crew, including assistant editors and VFX artists.
• Act as the primary liaison between creative and technical teams.
• Oversee QC processes to ensure final output compliance.

Skills

Experience as a Post Production Supervisor

Proficiency in editing software (Avid, Premiere Pro, Final Cut)

Exceptional communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Strong proficiency in budgeting

Tools

Avid

Premiere Pro

Final Cut

Job description

Studio City is expanding its post-production pipeline and building a network of experienced Post Production Supervisors who operate at the center of the unscripted ecosystem. We’re looking to connect with individuals who not only manage post, but also understand where opportunities lie. This includes identifying overflow editorial needs, supporting development teams, and helping bridge production companies with scalable, high-level post solutions.

Our team specializes in rapid-turn sizzles, pitch tapes, and unscripted editorial. We are actively partnering with select production companies in need of reliable, efficient post support across multiple development pipelines.

If you’re someone who thrives both operationally and strategically, and has relationships within the space, we’d love to connect.

The Post Production Supervisor (PPS) is responsible for managing all post-production activities. This includes coordinating with producers, directors, and editors to establish timelines, managing the post-production budget, overseeing vendor relationships (VFX, color, sound), and managing technical deliverables to ensure final delivery meets technical specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Workflow Design: Set up the post-production workflow, including editing room technical needs, software, and file management protocols.
• Scheduling & Deadlines: Create, manage, and enforce the post-production schedule to meet all milestones from rough cut to final delivery.
• Budget Management: Monitor costs and track the post-production budget, including editing staff, visual effects (VFX), music, and vendor costs.
• Team Leadership: Hire, supervise, and mentor post crew, including assistant editors, visual effects artists, and sound teams.
• Communication Bridge: Act as the primary liaison between creative teams (producers/directors) and technical teams (editors/studios).
• Quality Control (QC): Oversee QC processes to ensure final output complies with broadcast or streaming delivery requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience as a Post Production Supervisor, Coordinator, or Assistant Editor in film, TV, or digital media.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in editing software (Avid, Premiere Pro, Final Cut), asset management tools, and familiarity with VFX/post pipelines.
• Communication: Exceptional communication and leadership skills to manage creative teams under tight deadlines.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve technical or logistics issues quickly and efficiently.
• Budgeting Skills: Strong proficiency in budgeting, scheduling, and accounting software.
• Methodical: Strong attention to detail and ability to keep complex projects organized.
• Creative Understanding: Ability to support directors and editors in achieving the creative vision.
• Cool Head: Able to handle high-pressure environments.