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Penske Media Corporation

Dick Clark Productions: Vice President, Production

Penske Media Corporation, Los Angeles, CA


Dick Clark Productions is one of the largest global producers of live televised event programming. The VP, Production will be responsible to lead the production function on shows such as: "The American Music Awards," "The Billboard Music Awards," "The Golden Globes," "Dick Clark's New Years Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," "The Academy of Country Music Awards", specials, and other projects. This role will collaborate across all functions/levels and will lead physical production/budgeting of all original programming. The right VP candidate will have extensive experience in the logistical elements of live event television, including extensive budgeting experience, as well as a broad range of other production experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Support physical production/budgeting of all original programming
  • Negotiate, oversee and monitor deals and personnel
  • Work to solve problems, mediate programming conflicts and proactively deal with production issues
  • Stay current on product knowledge, pitches and technology related to programming


Your experience, skills, and attributes:

  • 5-7 years in a leadership position in television/film/content management, and/or development
  • Minimum 10 years of Entertainment Industry experience
  • Experience and working understanding of live, documentary, scripted and reality television
  • Able to work cross-functionally with peers, subordinates, superiors, and key external freelancers, contacts and vendors across all business units
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Must be able to generate high-quality material in a fast paced, dynamic environment; manage multiple projects at once; and flexibly respond to rapidly changing priorities in order to meet the dynamics of a competitive marketplace.
  • Able to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends based on business need
  • Willing and able to travel as needed for business
  • Demonstrated understanding of the Dick Clark Productions brand


Typical wage range: $170k - $210k + bonus. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role.The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. The total compensation package for this position will also include other elements, a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off benefits.

PMC is committed to the health and wellness of our employees. As part of our company-wide rollout of PMC's paid healthcare plan, the company pays 100% of the monthly health, dental and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family.Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If you have more or less experience than specified on this job posting, please apply and list your salary expectations.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors).

As PMC values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.

It's all About You...

At PMC, your wellness is top of mind. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to nurture you and your loved ones, including pets! Our package includes Healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) HSA with an employer contribution, FSA (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter), EAP, Life Insurance, 401K with an employer match,Paid Parental Leave, Long-term Disability, generous Paid Time off (PTO), Pet Insurance, and Home & Auto insurance. Our Wellness initiatives rotate yoga, meditation, wellness weeks on a variety of topics, and financial wellness. We continuously elevate our offerings with more, for you.

About DCP:

Dick Clark Productions is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming with the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Golden Globe Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," "So You Think You Can Dance," and the "Streamy Awards." Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic programs, specials, performances and legendary programming. For more information please visitwww.dickclark.com.

AboutPMC:

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience of over 300 million globally. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, TVLine, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby, and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC's journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additionaloffices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. PMC is committed to fostering a working environment that is inclusive and responsible, where we value a company culture built on all backgrounds, voices, and experiences. For more information on the company, please visitwww.PMC.com