EVP, Production

3 Months ago • All levels • $200,000 PA - $220,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The EVP of Production will lead production activities, manage P&L and budgets, and participate in a performance-based incentive plan. This role involves developing and executing production strategies, establishing KPIs for success, and ensuring the company stays current with industry trends. Overseeing YouTube and podcast production from concept to distribution, optimizing workflows, and ensuring compliance with regulations are key responsibilities. The role also includes driving financial performance, managing budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and developing forecasting models. Building and mentoring a team, partnering with other departments, and maintaining relationships with external partners are also essential. Bonuses are tied to viewership metrics, revenue goals, and operational efficiency. This role requires financial expertise and leadership capabilities within the production department.
Must have:
  • Develop and execute production strategies balancing creative excellence with financial performance
  • Oversee all stages of YouTube and podcast production from concept to distribution
  • Drive financial performance ensuring projects contribute to profitability and growth
  • Build and mentor a team of producers, editors, and technical staff

Job Details

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven EVP of Production with deep expertise in YouTube and podcast production, financial management, and operational leadership. This role includes oversight of all production activities, responsibility for P&L and budget management, and participation in a performance-based incentive plan tied to viewership, audience engagement, and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

  • Develop and execute a production strategy that balances creative excellence with financial performance.
  • Establish KPIs for production success, including viewership growth, audience retention, and monetization.
  • Ensure the company remains at the forefront of industry trends, particularly in YouTube and podcast content.

YouTube & Podcast Production Oversight:

  • Oversee all stages of production for YouTube and podcast projects, from concept to distribution.
  • Optimize workflows for maximum efficiency and alignment with platform-specific best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with industry and labor regulations, including union and non-union production requirements when applicable.

P&L and Financial Oversight:

  • Drive the financial performance of the production department, ensuring all projects contribute to the company’s profitability and growth objectives.
  • Own the production P&L, developing and managing detailed budgets that balance creative ambition with financial efficiency.
  • Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while maintaining or enhancing content quality and delivery standards.
  • Develop forecasting models to project production costs, revenue potential, and ROI for YouTube and podcast projects.
  • Regularly analyze financial performance against budgets and KPIs, providing actionable insights to optimize resource allocation and profitability.
  • Collaborate with the COO and executive team to align production operations with broader business goals, including revenue growth and cost efficiency.
  • Negotiate with vendors, contractors, and partners to secure favorable terms and ensure maximum value from external resources.

Performance-Based Incentive Plan:

  • Bonuses tied to:
    • Viewership Metrics: Subscriber growth, total watch hours, downloads, and audience retention.
    • Revenue Goals: Monetization targets, including ad revenue, sponsorships, and other income streams.
    • Operational Efficiency: Projects delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
  • Performance metrics will be clearly communicated and tracked.

Team Leadership:

  • Build and mentor a team of producers, editors, and technical staff specializing in YouTube and podcast production.
  • Ensure compliance with California’s wage and hour laws, meal and rest break policies, and workplace safety regulations.

Collaboration:

  • Partner with marketing, talent, and creative teams to align production efforts with broader business goals.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with external partners, vendors, and creators.

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Impact Theory is a mission-driven modern media company designed to create positive change in people’s lives through the relentless creation of entertaining and empowering content. Designed as an integrated studio, Impact Theory develops and produces video games, web comics, film & TV, as well as world-class YouTube and podcast content that has garnered roughly half a billion views on YouTube alone. Regardless of type, Impact Theory’s content underscores the company's mission to ensure the global spread of a growth mindset through ideas and entertainment. For more info, visit https://bit.ly/ImpactTheoryLI

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