About the role
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Post Production Manager – Scripted to join our growing team.
This is a key role within our Picture Post Production department, overseeing the successful delivery of high-profile scripted television and feature film projects. You will take ownership of projects from initial client discussions and workflow planning through to final delivery, ensuring productions are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest technical and creative standards.
Working closely with clients, producers, creatives and internal technical teams, you will be responsible for managing complex schedules, coordinating resources, overseeing budgets and maintaining excellent client relationships.
You will also play an important leadership role within the department, supporting and mentoring junior Post Production Managers and helping to develop best practice across the wider production team.
While the role is primarily focused on Picture Post, a good understanding of Audio Post Production workflows is important, as you will work closely with our Senior PPM – Audio on projects where Molinare provides a complete post production service.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Production Management
- Manage multiple scripted post production projects from initial planning and quoting through to final delivery and invoicing, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
- Develop and oversee project schedules, resource allocation and workflows across Editorial, VFX, Grade, Online and Mastering.
- Proactively manage project risks, deadlines and changing priorities, resolving issues to ensure smooth delivery.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, schedules, budgets and progress reporting.
Client & Commercial Management
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a senior point of contact throughout the production process.
- Develop technical proposals, estimates and budgets, ensuring projects are commercially viable and aligned with client requirements.
- Monitor project costs and profitability, managing financial forecasting, scope changes and additional work to ensure budgets are controlled.
- Identify opportunities to secure repeat business, develop client relationships and cross-sell services across the Molinare Creative Group.
Technical & Workflow Expertise
- Provide expert guidance on end-to-end scripted post production workflows, from shoot and location DIT through to final delivery.
- Advise clients and production teams on technical workflows, emerging technologies and delivery specifications for major studios, broadcasters and streaming platforms.
- Work closely with technical teams and the Senior PPM – Audio to coordinate integrated picture and sound workflows and ensure seamless delivery.
Leadership & Team Development
- Mentor and support junior Post Production Managers, sharing knowledge and promoting best practice across the team.
- Work closely with the Head of Production, Director of Post Production and fellow Senior PPMs to improve processes, resource utilisation and operational efficiency.
- Contribute to departmental resource planning, identifying opportunities to improve capacity, productivity and team performance.
- Lead by example, maintaining a professional, collaborative and solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment.
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience & Knowledge
- A minimum of five years' experience working as a Scripted Post Production Manager or Post Production Supervisor within feature films or episodic drama.
- Extensive knowledge of end-to-end scripted post production workflows, including location DIT, Editorial, VFX, Grade, Online and Mastering.
- Strong technical understanding of feature film delivery requirements for major studios, independent distributors and streaming platforms.
- Proven experience managing multiple complex productions, delivering against demanding schedules, budgets and technical specifications.
- Strong financial and commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets, forecasting costs and controlling project expenditure.
- Excellent client management and communication skills, with the confidence to manage expectations and resolve challenging situations.
- Experience coordinating large teams of creatives, technical specialists, freelancers and external suppliers.
- The ability to prioritise effectively, work independently and remain composed in a fast-paced production environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience using CETA iCFM scheduling software.
- Experience managing both picture and audio post production workflows.
- Established relationships within the scripted film and television production industry.
- Experience mentoring or managing junior production team members.
- An understanding of emerging post production technologies and evolving industry workflows.
The Person
You will be an organised, proactive and commercially aware production professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, creative environment.
You will combine strong technical knowledge with excellent relationship-building skills and have the confidence to manage senior client relationships, navigate challenging production demands and make informed decisions.
You will be someone who takes ownership, thinks ahead and looks for solutions rather than problems. As a senior member of the team, you will also enjoy sharing your knowledge, developing others and contributing to the continued success of the wider Molinare Creative Group.
If you are passionate about scripted post production and want to play a key role in delivering some of the industry's most exciting film and television projects, we'd love to hear from you.
We are committed to accessible hiring practices to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates. As part of our dedication to inclusivity, we welcome applicants to inform us if any amendments or accommodations are needed during the interview process to support their application. Your comfort and accessibility are important to us, and we are happy to make any necessary arrangements to facilitate your interview experience.