Post Production Supervisor

Lead the Future of Post Production at Mills James Mills James is seeking an experienced Post Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing team of editors, visual effects artists, and audio engineers. This leadership role combines operational oversight, creative collaboration, financial accountability, and strategic planning to ensure exceptional post-production outcomes for a wide range of client projects. Position Overview The Post Production Supervisor provides strategic, operational, and financial leadership for all post-production activities. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient workflows, high-quality creative output, accurate project scoping, and on-time delivery while supporting long-term departmental growth and innovation. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, technical expertise in post-production operations, and the ability to align creative goals with business objectives in an evolving media production industry. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership and Operations Lead and supervise a post-production team of approximately 18 employees, including editors, motion graphics artists, visual effects specialists, audio engineers, scheduling and freelance talent. Partner with scheduling and operations support staff to coordinate daily assignments and project priorities. Foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment focused on accountability, creativity, and professional growth. Mentor team members and support skill development, coaching, and performance improvement. Workflow Management Oversee all post-production operations, including: oMedia ingest, management, and archival processes Spot distribution and final delivery oFile conversion and technical workflows oProject setup and editorial pipeline management oResource scheduling and utilization planning oIdentify, recruit, hire and onboard editorial, motion graphics, and audio professionals Develop and refine workflows to improve scalability, efficiency, and quality. Identify production risks and implement solutions to avoid schedule disruptions or workflow bottlenecks. Strategic Planning & Financial Oversight Manage post-production scheduling to balance staffing, deadlines, utilization, and profit margins. Participate in project pricing, estimating, and budgeting for post-production services. Monitor department costs against estimates and provide reporting to leadership. Support long-term planning for staffing, infrastructure, and process improvements. Vendor & Talent Management Negotiate and maintain relationships with external vendors and post-production service providers. Identify, recruit, and onboard freelance editorial, motion graphics, and audio professionals as project needs require. Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and talent pipelines to strengthen department capabilities. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with creative, production, engineering, IT, and executive teams to: oAssess project scope and technical requirements oBuild accurate timelines and budgets oAlign creative expectations with operational capacity Ensure all final deliverables meet internal quality standards and client expectations. Success in this position includes: Delivering post-production projects on time and within budget Maintaining high client satisfaction through quality and responsiveness Building a strong, engaged, and high-performing team Improving operational workflows for greater efficiency and scalability Successfully identifying and hiring top creative and technical talent Staying ahead of industry trends and integrating new tools and processes that improve business outcomes Qualifications Required Requires 5+ years of leadership experience in post-production, media production, or related creative operations Strong knowledge of video editing, audio post-production, media workflows, and delivery systems Experience managing teams, freelancers, and outside vendors Demonstrated success with budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment Preferred Experience in commercial, corporate, broadcast, or agency production environments Knowledge of current editing, motion graphics, and audio technologies Experience identifying and implementing workflow automation or process improvements Familiarity with evolving trends in AI-assisted editing, post-production technology, and media asset management Benefits Mills James offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including: AnthemERC medical, Guardian dental, and vision coverage 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with discretionary company match Paid time off and holidays Employee assistance resources PIf770903b5a9e-26289-40514717