Manager, Production Services

Job ID 10159451 Location Newhall, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Sep. 04, 2026

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Job Summary:

As a Manager in Production Services, this role is a unique and diverse position responsible for all facets of production activity on an 800+ acre filming ranch, including managing a team responsible for scheduling crews & scouts, interfacing with locations and production managers, and ensuring that productions run smoothly. This position is also responsible for the administration of contracts, invoicing and payments, and will work with Operations and Finance partners to manage budgets, vendors and maintenance associated with the production sets. There is a close interface with the environment and wildlife common to the rural regions of California.

As a Manager in Production Services you will…

Manage a team of three Coordinators, includes hiring, training, shift scheduling, mentoring and evaluations.
Direct coordinators in their support of production bookings.
Oversee scheduling, location scouts, pricing, and contracting.
Provide guidance and support to team on production crew management and conflict resolution.
Cover production shifts, as needed.
Oversee all prep, shoot and strike activity at each location to minimize impact to the area and ensure compliance of all Ranch Rules.
Responsible for safety oversight and damage assessment & charges.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with Location Managers, Producers and other stakeholders.
Maintain production sets and locations:
Identify and track general maintenance projects for production sets.
Assign maintenance tasks to Coordinators, based on appropriate skill level and expertise.
Coordinate with Ranch Operations Manager and third-party vendors to schedule projects and tasks as needed around filming activity.
Partner with Disney Entertainment Television to identify and prioritize annual recurring capital maintenance projects.
Accounting & Office Management Responsibilities
Responsible for vendor invoice payments, P.O. management and purchasing.
Partner with Finance Supervisor on revenue & expense tracking, sourcing & procurement and recurring capital project accounting/tracking.
Assist Sr. Manager with annual budgets.
Manage Ranch Marketing & Outreach efforts, including department website updates, industry events, site tours and other community outreach.
Manage Scheduling System (Xytech), including maintenance, new development, training and utilization.

You will need these skills to be successful in this role…

+ 7 years of production management experience
Experience managing others
Accounting and budget experience
Display quality customer service skills
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Robust organizational skills and attention to accuracy
Proficiency inMicrosoft Office and SAP
A Valid California driver’s license
Ability to traverse rough terrain

It would be a plus if you had these skills…

Media Pulse/Xytech
Comfortable working in a ranch environment – rural conditions, indoor/outdoor, wildlife encounters
Experience with fire safety response and emergency team support
CPR/First Aid
BS/BA or equivalent work experience

Education is important to us, here is what we are looking for…

High school degree or GED equivalent

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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The hiring range for this position in Newhall, CA is $105,100 to $140,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Golden Oak Ranch Properties, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

Golden Oak Ranch Properties is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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