Freelance Head of Production - Live Action

TRAILER PARK GROUP

Trailer Park Group is a full-service agency specializing in content creation and entertainment marketing. By combining a storytelling expertise with large-scale production resources, Trailer Park is uniquely positioned to make, market, and distribute content for its diverse client portfolio of top entertainment studios and major brands.  With content creation at the center, we support our clients with strategy, creative and the latest in digital services.

Mirada, a division of Trailer Park Group, is our cutting-edge content studio that infects storytelling with world-class design, compelling production and state-of-the-art technology to create innovative experiences, commercials, and digital content for any screen, space and place. With 17 years of experience, relationships and honored work, Mirada excels at continuing to innovate, disrupt and challenge itself to deliver unique, world class content for every client partner. Mirada’s creative thinkers and problem solvers have partnered with Fortune 500 brands around the world.

SUMMARY
We are looking for an experienced Freelance Head of Production to manage all live action shoots at Mirada. We are looking for someone who has experience in bidding and overseeing all facets of high-quality live action production for broadcast TV commercials and digital content, as well as virtual production, experiential projects, AR/VR and technology based content production.

The Head of Production will be expected to pitch new business, respond to RFIs and RFPs, and guide the company in adherence with labor laws, union contracts and industry standard practices. We are looking for a creative problem solver with a deep understanding of production who will support Mirada in continuing to be a leader in pushing the envelope of creativity while providing real-world solutions for our clients.

This is a Hybrid work location role, and you will be required to work out of the office at least 1 day a week, and as needed when the live action production crew are working in the office.  Please note, Trailer Park Group pays all freelance talent via W2 payroll.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead efforts to respond to RFIs and RFPs, and pitch new business, including bidding of union and non-union live action and experiential projects.
• Coordinate resources needed to service projects, build strategic operational plans and balance the expectations of clients with the execution of creative work.
• Supervise the building and onboarding of crew/teams and initiate the production process (scouting, casting, hiring key crew, etc.) for projects that come in.
• Directly supervise live action and experiential projects.
• Interface with finance department and supervise all accounting needs (crew payroll, petty cash, A/P, A/R, DGA reports, audits, etc.)
• Review and revise contracts, vendor agreements, deal memos, talent contracts, etc.
• Proactively target and develop relationships with key industry prospects, watch the marketplace for opportunities the studio can pursue.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 5+ years experience as a Head of Live Action or Head of Production at a commercial production company or studio.
• Experience producing or production managing live action broadcast TV commercials and digital content. 
• Experience in experiential, virtual production, AR/VR and/or technology based content production is a plus.
• MUST HAVE experience with and strong knowledge of California labor laws and all commercial union rules and contracts (IATSE, Teamster & DGA).
• MUST be deeply familiar and comfortable with the AICP Bid form and bidding / actualizing platforms (Hot Budget, True Budget, Etc.)
• Have a deep network of union and non-union production crew and international production partners / service companies.
• Knowledge of industry standard software and platforms (CAPSPAY, CAPS ETC, Hot Budget, WireDrive, Monday.com, and similar systems)

WORKING AT TRAILER PARK GROUP

We believe that great work is only possible with great people. We want to find people who believe in our mission, vision and values and feel inspired to grow while they’re here. Our approach to flexibility is called “Work Your Way”, You have flexibility to work remotely or in the office. Work where you can do your best work

OUR PEOPLE AND CULTURE

We strive to create an inclusive culture that empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively. It enables us to leverage different ideas and bring more creativity and innovation to everything we do. We want Trailer Park Group to be one of the most rewarding places you will ever work. 

WHAT WE OFFER

Robust benefits program, Unlimited PTO, 401k with company match, Work Remotely and lots of other perks!

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer a best-in-class editor training program and opportunities to build new skills, develop as managers and leaders and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our staff have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.
At Trailer Park Group (Trailer Park, Art Machine, Mirada Studios, Mutiny, MXW, White Turtle Studios, and Dark Burn Creative) we want to improve the state of our world. Each of us has a responsibility to drive equality and inclusion in our communities and workplace. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We view everyone as an individual, and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique, and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

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