Gear Shop & Studio Manager

Do you love television and want to be part of one of the largest and fastest growing creators of content in the US? ITV is looking for a leader to oversee daily operations of ITV’s Gear Shop located in Stamford, CT.

Reporting to the Vice President - Gear Shop, this role partners with teams across production management to oversee the distribution and maintenance of all cameras, audio, & lighting equipment across ITV America’s production labels

The Role

• Manage the inventory currently both physically and in the rental software system.
• Manage the daily operations and organization of the shop including 3 Shop Techs and a Coordinator.
• Meet with Production Management and field teams to determine what technical needs and gear is required and available for upcoming shoots.
• Build orders accordingly in our rental system.
• Develop and adapt standard prep procedures according to new technology and updated information.
• Ensure all gear is being prepped and assembled according to standard procedures.
• Coordinate with Production Management the pickup and return of all equipment.
• Maintain relationships with 3rd party rental vendors and review quotes.

Studio:

• Facilitate and project manage capital improvement projects.
• Maintain and monitor onsite propane supply.
• Schedule maintenance and monitor health and wellness of the studio HVAC system.
• Schedule site cleanups and landscape maintenance with ITV vendors.
• Facilitate maintenance and repairs for all studio production, talent, and systems trailers.
• Maintain, and monitor the house electrical system.
• Work in partnership with production teams to facilitate load in, shoot schedules, load outs, and deliveries.
• Maintain and monitor video security cameras.
• Oversee Utility accounts such as optimum internet, water, and electricity.
• Monitor and Report utility costs quarterly.
• Generate Sustainability reports.
• Schedule routine cleaning of space.
• Work with production on show load in schedule and coordinate with Stamford Fire Marshal on production fire inspections.
• Guide production management teams / FX teams on local fire code to ensure safety for studio and staff.
• Have a firm understanding of production tech, including video, wireless video, audio, lighting, and production power, power distribution, and power supplies.
• Identify and implement plans to support ITV green sustainability initiatives.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 8+ years of experience in a technical studio or production environment environment
• Experience managing teams

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Retirement plan

Experience level:

• 8 years

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Stamford, CT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person