(Apply in 3 Minutes) Production Manager-Creative Services

Job Description Communication Crafts is a full-service creative and digital agency based in Ahmedabad, founded in 2005. With a team of creatives, strategists and video production experts, we deliver end-to-end branding, advertising, digital marketing, video & film production, and content creation services The Production Manager will lead the end-to-end execution of all shoots from concept to delivery including photo shoots, digital films, outdoor campaigns (hoardings), and social media content. This role demands hands-on experience in production planning, vendor and talent coordination, and a sharp eye for detail, ensuring every output meets creative and quality standards while staying on time and within budget. Experience Required: 8-12 years Industry: Branding & Advertising Location: Sindhu Bhavan Road, Ahmedabad Key Responsibilities: 1. Shoot Planning & Execution - Translate creative briefs into executable production plans. - Manage and execute shoots for hoardings, digital campaign and DVC from concept to delivery. - Execute photo, video, and outdoor shoots from pre-production to post. - Manage shoot logistics locations, permissions, talent, crew, set design, art direction, and schedules. - Ensure brand and creative intent is retained through every execution. 2. Budgeting & Cost Control - Prepare, review, and finalize production budgets for each campaign. - Negotiate with vendors, freelancers, and talent agencies to optimize cost. - Maintain cost transparency and ensure every production stays within approved limits. - Track cost vs output and submit post-shoot cost reports. 3. Vendor & Team Management - Build and manage a pool of reliable vendors, directors, photographers, stylists, editors, and post-production partners. - Manage in-house production. - Manage casting vendors and freelance models/actors for campaign shoots. - Have strong working knowledge of studio setup and lighting arrangements (indoor and outdoor). - Evaluate vendor quality, timelines, and consistency through regular feedback cycles. 4. Creative Collaboration - Work closely with the Creative Director and Art/Copy leads to ensure production outcomes match creative vision. - Collaborate with Account Management to align on timelines, budgets, and client expectations. - Provide creative production inputs new styles, formats, techniques, and references to elevate output. 5. Operational Efficiency - Create structured production workflows for both mainline and digital content. - Assess the right type of equipment (camera, lighting, lenses, rigs, etc.) required for each shoot, balancing quality with cost-efficiency. - Decide when to rent vs. use in-house equipment, maintaining accountability for all agency-owned production assets. - Maintain shoot trackers, timelines, and production calendars. - Ensure timely delivery of final assets (DVCs, OOH artworks, cutdowns, adaptations). - Build a robust file management and rights documentation system. 6. Quality & Compliance - Ensure quality control at every stage lighting, framing, art, finishing. - Manage legal and compliance documentation contracts, NDAs, usage rights, permissions, and releases. - Maintain safety and ethical standards during all on-ground shoots. Qualifications & Experience - 812 years of production experience in an advertising agency or production house, handling photo + film shoots for OOH, digital campaigns, and DVCs. - Proven experience managing 360 shoots from pre-production planning to on-set coordination and post delivery. - Expertise in studio setup, lighting design, and production logistics. - Strong vendor and crew network in Gujarat/Mumbai region (directors, cinematographers, production designers, editors). - Sound knowledge of camera setups, lighting, post-production formats, and modern content trends. - Excellent budget management, negotiation, and scheduling skills. - Strong team leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. - Familiarity with digital-first content needs (reels, YouTube, cutdowns, ad placements).