Manchester United
Production Manager - All or Nothing: Manchester United (12 month FTC)
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Production Manager - All or Nothing: Manchester United (12 month FTC)
Production Manager - All or Nothing: Manchester United
Location: Carrington Training Centre/Old Trafford
At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.
We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.
The Role
The Production Manager will be the main point of contact for Amazon, providing the MUFC oversight for planning, coordination and delivery of a documentary project from development through to final delivery. The role is responsible for keeping the project on schedule, aligned with editorial, production, legal, compliance and stakeholder requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with the production company, help develop and manage the overall project plan, timeline, milestones and production schedule.
- Coordinate across producers, directors, researchers, editors, contributors, commissioners, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Track budgets, raise purchase requests, monitor spend and flag financial risks early.
- Working with the production company, manage logistics for filming, including access, travel, locations, crew availability, equipment, call sheets and production paperwork.
- Maintain project documentation, including risk registers, action logs, schedules, contracts, releases and delivery trackers.
- Support compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, data protection, copyright, contributor consent and broadcaster or platform requirements.
- Identify project risks, dependencies and blockers, proposing practical solutions to keep delivery on track.
- Represent MUFC in regular production meetings, contributing to and preparing agendas, capture actions and ensure follow-up across teams.
- Support with post-production workflows, including edit schedules, review rounds, approvals, any MUFC rights clearances and final deliverables.
- Working with the PL and other rights holders to manage compliance and reciprocity agreements
- Act as a central point of contact, ensuring clear communication between comms, editorial, production, football and other teams.
- Supporting go to market plans with marketing support around hype and launch periods
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The Person
Skills and experience
- Proven experience managing film, television, documentary, branded content or complex media projects.
- Strong understanding of production workflows from development and filming through to post-production and delivery.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, deadlines and stakeholders.
- Confident budget tracking and cost-control skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarise complex information clearly.
- Calm, proactive and solutions-focused approach under pressure.
- Experience managing contributors, access, permissions, releases or sensitive subject matter is desirable.
- Knowledge of UK production standards, compliance, copyright, data protection and health and safety requirements is desirable.
- Competence with project management, scheduling and collaboration tools.
Working Relationships
The Production Manager will work closely with the Executive Producer, Producer, Director, Production Manager, Editor, legal, football and compliance teams, finance, communications, external suppliers and any commissioning or distribution partners.
Key Deliverables
- Approved project plan, timeline and production schedule.
- Accurate budget tracker and regular project status updates.
- Complete production documentation, including contributor, location and supplier records.
- Clear risk, issue and dependency tracking throughout the project.
- On-time coordination of rough cuts, review stages, final approvals and delivery materials.
Our Values
- Badge – Earn the badge, every day. Respect our history and heritage. Be best in class and deliver to the standards expected of Manchester United. No one is bigger than the club.
- Bravery – Be bold, be brave, and take calculated risks. Do things differently and innovate. Lead by example and do what’s right for the club, even when it’s hard.
- Spirit – Embody the spirit of Manchester United. Show strength of character, act with passion, and fight back, no matter what.
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What We Offer
At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
- Annual Incentive Scheme to reward your dedication and hard work
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
- Electric Vehicle scheme via Octopus and cycle to work scheme
- Simplyhealth Cash Plan: Supporting you with your everyday healthcare needs
- Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
- Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
- Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
- Enhanced family Leave Benefits and policies
- Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
- A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth
Our Commitment To You
We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity, and inclusion sit at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Friday 10th July.
Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.
If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you.
It is unlawful to employ a person in a UK-based job who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to you before applying for any of our roles.
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