Production Manager - Hong Kong
Bloomberg
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The Global Production team spans the globe with units based in New York, London and Hong Kong and we support a thriving newsroom that not only includes live and pre-recorded video programs, but audio, digital platforms and live events. With over 2,700 news professionals in 150 bureaus across 73 countries- we face exciting challenges every minute of every day.
We are hiring a Production Manager to join the Global Production team in Hong Kong. The APAC Production Manager requires a strong set of planning and logistics skills as well as a robust knowledge of modern field production and live events. Our group is extremely nimble and plans video productions all across Asia Pacific with high frequency in Hong Kong, Singapore and Mainland China. You will sit firmly entrenched in our Hong Kong bureau and interact across all the media verticals that Bloomberg has to offer. It is a team-oriented atmosphere and is often forced to adapt in evolving and pressure-filled situations.
**We’ll trust you to:**
+ Meticulously build production budgets and populate schedules
+ Come with a thriving network of field crews and manage a pool of existing freelancers across APAC
+ Have practical and working knowledge of both modern field and live event production management
+ Have the ability to conduct site surveys
+ Work well with editorial teams to prioritize and scale coverage based on news flow and programming needs
+ Work well under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom environment, be able to pivot and react as news events evolve
+ Have strong communication skills and collaborate across the newsroom with producers, assignment desk editors and on-air talent
+ Occasionally work in the field on location with travel involved
**You’ll need to have:**
+ Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
+ At least 4 years of field production experience preferably in APAC and an understanding of the inner workings of a newsroom
+ A basic working framework of cameras, lighting, audio as well as exercise knowledge of up-to-date technology and hardware for transmission from the field
+ Solid experience with Excel and Google Sheets
+ Flexibility with hours/ability to work weekends and holidays
+ Fluency in written and spoken English
+ Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization
Life at Bloomberg is many things, but it’s never dull. We’re a truly global business with a truly diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive and collaborative, and provide a work environment that inspires our employees to be their best. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support you and your family through different life stages, from parental leave to generous retirement savings plans.
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