Complex

Pop culture and lifestyle media platform

Freelance Line Producer

Production ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Contract$90k - $105k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 7 years of production management experience at a media company.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Movie Magic, and comfort using Airtable.
Strong budget management and production cost forecasting skills.
Knowledge of artificial intelligence tools to maximize productivity within digital content.
Ability to negotiate with crew and producer partners.
Ability to manage multiple fast-paced productions at various stages of development and delivery.
Understanding of digital video production, including social-first formats.
Familiarity with post-production workflows, file formats, and versioning for various platforms.
Strong project management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Strong eye for detail, quality, and brand alignment.
Ability to troubleshoot on set.

Responsibilities

Oversee production execution of multiple projects from budget creation through final delivery.
Lead cross-functional communications across creative, talent, studio operations, post-production, design, accounting, and legal departments.
Write production budgets for internal programming proposals, branded opportunities, and potential third-party partners when required.
Maintain current budget forecasts for multiple projects and track asset counts where needed.
Reconcile budgets with production accounting monthly and provide production leadership with regular reporting.
Work with creative teams to translate concepts into achievable productions.
Hire freelance crew, secure locations, engage production design, and coordinate equipment rentals across cities and creative needs.
Maintain a production roster of crew and creative partners.
Supervise shoot days on set or remotely, ensuring smooth operations, time management, and safety.
Review and approve production invoices and credit card transactions associated with assigned projects.
Train and oversee production and support staff.
Troubleshoot day-to-day production challenges and escalate them as needed.
Plan, shoot, and edit photos and videos for campaigns, social media, websites, and other marketing channels.
Manage production timelines, shot lists, logistics, and coordination with external vendors or talent.
Scout locations, source props, and prepare setups for studio and on-location shoots.
Onboard vendors and collaborators.
Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines and meets quality standards.

Salary Range: 90000 to 105000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Company And Culture

Complex is the definitive platform for global youth culture and music lifestyle, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge content, commerce and live experiences with unparalleled scale. Through innovative content, Complex tells stories of music, streetwear and style, sports, art and beyond. Its content engages in a dynamic conversation with the audience, reflecting and shaping the zeitgeist of convergence culture. A powerful media juggernaut paired with a curated marketplace, Complex is redefining the way fans interact with their favorite brands and artists and reshaping the future of digital culture and commerce.

What You'll Do

Oversee the production execution of multiple projects from budget creation to final delivery.
Lead cross-functional communications across various departments including creative, talent, studio operations, post production, design, accounting, legal.
Write production budgets when required, for internal programming proposals, branded opportunities, and potential third party partners.
Maintain and manage up to date budget forecasting for multiple projects. Track asset counts where needed.
Actualize budgets with production accounting monthly, provide production leadership with regular reporting.
Work closely with creative teams to translate concepts into achievable productions.
Hire freelance crew, secure locations, engage production design, and coordinate equipment rentals in various cities across varying creative needs.
Maintain a robust production roster of crew and creative partners.
Supervise shoot days either on set or remotely, ensuring smooth operations, time management, and safety.
Review and approve all production invoices and credit card transactions associated with the assigned project.
Train and oversee production and support staff.
Troubleshoot day-to-day production challenges and appropriately escalate as needed.
Plan, shoot, and edit high-quality photos and videos for campaigns, social media, websites, and other marketing channels.
Manage production timelines, shot lists, logistics, and coordination with external vendors or talent.
Scout locations, source props, and prepare setups for both studio and on-location shoots.
Onboard vendors and collaboratorsEnsure all content aligns with brand guidelines and meets quality standards.

Who You Are

7+ years production management experience at media companyMust be proficient in Office & Google Suite, Movie Magic, and comfortable with Airtable
Strong budget management and production cost forecasting
Knowledgeable of AI tools to maximize productivity within digital content
Comfortable with crew and producer partner negotiations
Comfortable managing multiple fast-paced productions at various stages of development and delivery
Understanding of digital video production, including social-first formats
Familiarity with post-production workflows, file formats, and versioning for various platforms
Adaptable in fast paced environments and resourceful, with a proactive problem-solving mindset
Enthusiasm and pride for best in class work is a must
Self-motivated to produce personal excellence
Strong project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Strong eye for detail, quality, and brand alignment
Problem-solving and ability to troubleshoot on set

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

Complex participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.

About the Company

Complex

Pop culture and lifestyle media platform

Complex runs a media platform focused on pop culture, music, sneakers, style, and sports, delivering news, features, and trend coverage to a diverse audience. It earns money from advertising, branded content, and merchandise, including exclusive collaborations with artists and designers. The platform publishes editorial and multimedia content to engage readers, using that engagement to attract advertisers and drive traffic, while merchandise and limited collaborations turn cultural moments into purchases. Its edge comes from a strong emphasis on streetwear and music culture, plus exclusive brand-artist drops, aiming to be the go-to source for pop culture and lifestyle trends while building sustainable revenue from ads, branded content, and partnerships.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Los Angeles, CA
Founded: 2002

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