Who We Are Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a leading sports, media, entertainment and lifestyle platform. As the owner of some of the most iconic and beloved intellectual property in the world, Authentic acquires and invests in brands to create long-term value for all of its stakeholders.   A digital-first, asset-light platform, Authentic sits at the intersection of culture, commerce and technology. It brings brands to life and cultivates fandom through powerful storytelling, premium content and unforgettable live experiences. Together with nearly 2,000 best-in-class licensing partners across 150 countries and an expansive distribution network, Authentic’s brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide. Why Authentic You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai. What You’ll Do We are looking for a hands-on, solutions-oriented Manager, Production Operations to join our content production team. Reporting directly to the VP of Content Production, you will manage day-to-day production across photography, video, and integrated campaigns for a portfolio of globally recognized brands — ensuring scopes, timelines, and budgets are clearly defined and executed against. This role is equal parts on-set producer and operations manager: you will be on location making productions happen, while partnering across Creative, Marketing, and external agencies to keep complex workflows on track and creative ideas moving toward execution. This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership and real opportunity to grow within an expanding production team. In this role, you will partner across Creative, Production, Marketing, and external agencies to ensure campaigns are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with business and retail priorities. You will bring structure to complex workflows, manage cross-functional coordination, and help translate creative ideas into executable, high-impact outputs. What You’ll Be Working On * Translate campaign concepts into clear production plans with defined timelines, budgets, and deliverables across brands and markets * Own end-to-end production on select brands — from pre-production through on-set execution and final delivery * Manage shoot logistics including crew hiring, location scouting, call sheets, and scheduling * Build and maintain vendor and creative partner relationships across photographers, stylists, casting agencies, and post-production vendors * Create and manage agency briefs to ensure cross-functional alignment on scope, deliverables, and timelines * Identify and resolve production risks before they impact timelines or budgets * Track and manage project budgets in partnership with Production and Finance * Support SOW development and identify opportunities to optimize spend across campaigns * Identify efficiencies across shoots including multi-brand and multi-channel execution opportunities * Ensure campaigns account for downstream needs including retail, e-commerce, and digital channels * Maintain Monday.com and production tracking systems to keep project status visible across teams Must Haves * 7+ years of hands-on production experience with a strong background in photography and video shoot production * Proven ability to manage vendors, crew, and creative partners independently and with confidence * Experience managing production budgets with full line-item accountability and financial reporting * Demonstrated ability to run multiple productions simultaneously across different brands and timelines * Strong understanding of post-production workflows, asset management, and delivery requirements * Experience with Monday.com or similar production management platforms * Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with a calm, solutions-first approach under pressure * Fashion, lifestyle, or multi-brand portfolio environment experience preferred * Bachelor's degree in production, marketing, communications, or a related field Additional Qualifications (Preferred) * * Experience in a brand licensing or multi-brand portfolio environment * Familiarity with project management tools such as Monday.com or similar platforms * Experience supporting global campaigns across retail, wholesale, and digital channels Primary Location Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 Fraud Alert: Unauthorized Job Offers and Impersonations We have been made aware of fraudulent job offers and interview requests being sent by individuals falsely claiming to represent Authentic. These scams are often initiated via email, employment websites and social media, and may include fake interview requests, offer letters or attempts to collect personal and financial information. Please note: * All legitimate Authentic job postings can be found only on our official website (authentic.com) or through our verified LinkedIn page (https://www.linkedin.com/company/weareauthentic). * Authentic does not conduct interviews over Teams or Zoom without prior email correspondence from a verified @authentic.com email address. * We will never ask you for sensitive personal information, payment or banking details as part of the hiring process. If you believe you've been contacted by someone impersonating an Authentic team member, please report it immediately by emailing [email protected]. Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. 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