Molinare Creative Group has over 50 years of experience, providing creative excellence to the film, TV, games, and commercial communities. The Molinare Creative Group is home to Notorious DIT, Molinare TV & Film, Voice, Sound Warriors and Pip Studios. We provide an end-to-end solution to our clients, including dailies and DIT services, offline services, full creative post-production, QC, mastering, foley, sound design, field records, casting, ADR, voice-over, performance capture and localisation.



Boasting a multi-award-winning team of creatives, the sharpest minds in technology and an unparalleled team of producers, we bring filmmakers' stories to life. With state-of-the-art facilities in Central London, Bedfordshire and Reading, we strive to constantly stay on the cutting edge of technology, collaborating with fellow disruptors to enable the creatives to stay creative.



The Position:

As a Senior Post Production Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing our in-house post production processes and workflows to meet client schedules and budgets. You'll be the linchpin between internal departments and our clients, ensuring seamless workflow and timely delivery while upholding our commitment to quality. You will also be responsible for mentoring and nurturing junior members of the team.



Key Responsibilities:

Manage the availability and scheduling of all internal resources to meet client requirements, optimising resource utilisation.
Assist with technical workflows during both the quoting stage and once the project is confirmed, providing clients with clear and practical proposals tailored to their projects post production needs.
Advise clients on best practices for the latest workflows, technology and deliverable requirements.
Arrange and facilitate client kick-off meetings, coordinating key creatives' attendance and input to ensure alignment with client needs.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients at all levels, actively contributing to the sales process to secure repeat business.
Project manage all post production services internally, from scheduling through to costing and client invoicing.
Track project costs versus budget, keeping clients informed of the current financial status and addressing any discrepancies.
Proactively resolve any issues in a timely manner to ensure a first-class client experience.
Coordinate freelancers and suppliers as needed, including raising purchase orders to ensure smooth service delivery.
Collaborate with the Head of Production, Director of Post Production and other Senior PPMs to implement processes and to improve team procedures.
Ensure the PPM process document is followed by the team and set an example of proper process adherence.
Maintain composure under pressure to maintain confidence within the team.
Display a positive demeanour towards the company, projects and clients.
Actively participate and engage in internal and external meetings.
Fulfil any additional tasks or duties as required.


General Duties:

In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, all employees should be aware of their specific responsibilities towards the following:



Adhere to all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the company in maintaining good standards of health and safety.
Always adhere to all policies and procedures.
Uphold ethical and professional standards and not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the company into disrepute.
Promote and sustain a responsible attitude towards equal opportunities and diversity across the company.
Demonstrate a commitment to on-going learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.
Be an active role model as a senior team member.


This job description is not exhaustive. It merely acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the company at any time after discussion with the post-holder.



Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

Minimum 4 years' previous experience as a Post Production Manager.
Strong understanding of digital workflows, including Editing, Grading, Sound, VFX and deliverables.
Proven track record of delivering to tight deadlines and strict guidelines.
Experience in successfully managing large-scale Drama / Feature projects.
Desirable:

Understanding of post-production workflows, systems, equipment and the challenges of file-based delivery.
Technical knowledge of digital file formats and codecs.
Previous knowledge of CETA iCFM scheduling software.


Skills & Abilities

Commercial awareness.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of customer service.
Attention to detail and strong organisational/planning skills.
Strong relationship-building skills.
Effective time management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in client services management.
Positive and flexible approach to working cooperatively with clients, staff, and other departments.
Willingness to work flexible hours and meet tight deadlines.


Company Values: What do we believe in at Molinare:

Teamwork - Our best projects are born when we share our skills and experience with each other.
Passion - We treat every project with respect and time that it deserves.
Expertise - By embracing our creative background, we take the risks that allow us to aim higher.
Talent - We nurture talent to grow and do something meaningful at Molinare, which raises the bar for all of us.
Inclusion - We all grow better professions and better people by working with different backgrounds, cultures and thinking styles.


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.