We are looking for a Production Resource Manager to oversee global esports events. Lead teams, manage budgets, and provide seamless production support while traveling around the world.
About the Company
What we do
EMG / Gravity Media deliver an unparalleled range of media services and solutions to clients worldwide utilising outside broadcast trucks, fly-packs and studios spanning the United Kingdom, ROI, Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Australia offering market-leading broadcast, technology, production, and post-production solutions across many of the world’s most-watched live events and entertainment programmes.
Our People
We have a passion for problem solving and thoughtful innovation and recognise our collective differences play a huge role our success. Our teams are talented, passionate, dedicated, take pride in their work and support each other. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to attracting and developing talent, empowered through an inclusive culture. All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, and age.
Leadership Behaviours
We hold high expectations of our leaders and managers who are responsible for driving the success of our people and the organisation. Our managers give clear communication, lead by example and feed back to foster growth and development of their team members. Management excellence is essential to the company’s success, and effective leadership requires a combination of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a commitment to providing a positive and productive work environment.
Commitment to Equality
EMG / Gravity Media is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome a diverse range of applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
About the role
A brief summary – Fixed Term Role
Production Resource Manager – Studio Crewing Global Events – on site
Working as part of an EMG / Gravity Media Dublin Production team. This role is a travelling production manager position that will travel with our team of freelancers and staff per event for our client in esports. This position will be heavily client facing and will involve overseeing technical and production support crew, cross checking travel & visa requirements with our lead Service Delivery Manager. While this role will mainly focus on the global event staffing, there may be a need to support and manage bookings for other client projects at times.
Where this role will require constant contact with Gravity Media clients, we are looking for someone who is outgoing, can take initiative and problem solve. Working flexible and extended hours, including evenings and weekends when required, as well as occasional on-call duties over the weekend, to meet production requirements. This position will require a high travel flex, and a valid passport must be held for the duration of the contract.
What you’ll be responsible for
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
People Management
* Manage a team of esports broadcasting professionals on assignment on global events.
* Oversee hiring, logistics support, deployment and management of freelance flex force on global events.
* Use their knowledge of resource management to improve and/or create processes on resource allocation, as well as reporting and monitoring of resource demand and supply.
* Monitor and manage working time for global events staff.
* Leading weekly status meetings to pre-empt urgent and upcoming projects.
* Budget Management: Manage budgets, ensuring all financial aspects are tracked and reported to the SDM.
* Scheduling: Create detailed schedules for rehearsals, show days and other production activities.
* Crew Coordination: Liaise with the production team and crew, including production & technical staff and other support personnel as required ahead of tournament and travel periods.
* Logistics: Cross check our teams logistical needs from pre event to post event end to end.
During Production
* On-Site Management: Oversee the day-to-day EMG Gravity Media team on site, ensuring everything runs according to our client needs.
* Problem-Solving: Address any issues that arise during production to keep everything on track and be aware of the correct escalation procedures.
* Quality Control: Ensure that all crew meet the required standards and be available to all stakeholders whilst on assignment.
* Timesheet – recording and reporting for OT and payroll functions.
* Wrap-Up: Oversee the wrap-up process, review the team and service with our client and offer any cost saving / resource improvements where possible.
* Reporting: Compile reports on the production’s financial performance and operational success for the Service Delivery Manager.
General Duties
* Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with legal and safety regulations.
* Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders, including producers, directors, and crew.
This role is for you if
* At least 8 years of production management with broadcast/studio experience.
* Strong teamwork skills.
* Proven track record of staff scheduling and time management.
* Ability to prioritise workload and delegate successfully.
* In depth knowledge of scheduling systems and reporting
* Knowledge of esports Production is an advantage
* Work well individually and as part of a team
* Problem Solving, Resilience and Tenacity
* Excellent project management skills organised and works well under pressure.
* A clear and confident communicator, be able to adapt quickly to both production and on-air changes and remain calm under pressure.
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