How to hire a video production manager

How to hire a video production manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step video production manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a video production manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new video production manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The video production manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A video production manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, video production managers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of video production manager salaries for various roles:

   Type of Video Production Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Video Production Manager	Producers and directors create motion pictures, television shows, live theater, commercials, and other performing arts productions. They interpret a writer’s script to entertain or inform an audience.	$22-43
   Member, Technical Staff	A member, technical staff's role will vary depending on the organization or company. Most of the responsibilities may revolve around developing new applications or systems, conducting research and analysis, performing numerous testing activities, and designing strategic methods to improve technical aspects of a particular project... Show more	$35-75
   Director Technical Development	The director of technical development is primarily responsible for the prosperous creation and distribution of the company's merchandise to the marketplace. The directors control the technical uncertainty and opportunities, develop key software design, and execute decisions with the development teams... Show more	$43-84

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Training Videos
   • Video Content
   • Video Projects
   • Photography
   • Premiere Pro
   • Adobe Premiere
   • Motion Graphics
   • Video Shoots
   • YouTube
   • Adobe Creative Suite
   • Production Equipment
   • Color Correction
   • Live Events
   • Audio Production

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   Responsibilities:

   • Direct 3D animation, video editing, and managing of external video and DVD productions.
   • Manage all aspects of post-production including video synchronization, DVD duplication, and video editing.
   • Create QC process for a new DVD product line and lead the DVD world-wide manufacturing process affiliate training program.
   • Manage operations of a high-precision machining facility consisting of state-of-the-art CNC machine tools.
   • Design and implement a new tapeless, HD post-production workflow.
   • Learned about practical EFX, interpreting storyboards and developing concepts for YouTube promotions.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your video production manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A video production manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, video production managers' average salary in maine is 53% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level video production managers 48% less than senior-level video production managers.
   • Certifications. A video production manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a video production manager's salary.

   Average video production manager salary

   $65,618yearly

   $31.55 hourly rate

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   Entry-level video production manager salary

   $47,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

4. Writing a video production manager job description

   A good video production manager job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a video production manager job description:

   Video production manager job description example

   Kforce has a client in Boca Raton, FL that is seeking a Video & Media Production Manager.Summary:The Video & Media Production Manager's role involves developing strategic communications plans that involve the use of video and multi-media content to reach and engage key stakeholders for the business. This role also is responsible for the operation of the company TV studio and the production of all video content created for corporate communications purposes. The Video & Media Production Manager will perform TV studio technician and management duties to produce, direct and edit taped and livestreamed, professional-grade video., This requires independent operation of modern studio equipment, specifically the Black Magic Design Pocket Cinema Camera, ATEM switcher and DaVinci Resolve editing workflow for recorded and live show production.Responsibilities:
   
   * Discovery, planning and leadership over production strategy and plans that support the corporate communication content production function
   
   * Liaises with colleagues inside and outside of the communications department to identify best solutions to complex video communications challenges
   
   * Responsible for managing media created in the course of story and news production for corporate communications purposes; Includes creation and management of an easily accessible library of video, photo and editorial material with meta tags for accurate archival and retrieval for re-use or re-editing; Also includes asset preparation and formatting for various channels
   
   * Responsible for contracting, budgeting and procuring freelancers to support large-scale or specialized productions
   
   * Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or technical school degree in TV/film production or closely related field
   
   * 8-10 years of professional experience in roles directly related to the job duties of Manager, Media Production, including at a media organization and corporate environment; Exemplary portfolio and competency demonstration must accompany requisite professional experience
   
   * 6-8 years of professional experience in roles directly related to the job duties Manager, Media Production; Exemplary portfolio and competency demonstration must accompany requisite professional experience.
   
   * Minimum: video production, direction, editing and post, livestreaming, liveshow production using video switcher and control software, ENG fundamentals, familiarity with Black Magic Design ecosystem, social video formatting and style
   
   * Requires a truly multi-talented individual capable of strategic planning and leadership as well as tactical execution related to the scope of role; The nature of this role will require occasional work outside of traditional hours, on weekends and travel up to 15%
   Preferred Skills:
   
   * TV studio operations, field-based still and film camera operation, motion graphic production and use, expertise in Black Magic Design ecosystem, corporate content production department leadership, strategic content planning
   
   Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.*Compensation Type:*Years

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find video production managers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your video production manager job on Zippia to find and recruit video production manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit video production managers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new video production manager

   Once you've found the video production manager candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new video production manager. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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