Content Production Manager

A leader transforming the landscape of the hospitality industry is seeking a Content Production Manager for a hybrid, 5+ month, contract role to oversee the creation of engaging, social-first content that highlights the unique experiences offered across global properties. This role requires candidates to be on-site 3 days per week in McLean, VA. (No C2C or Third-Party Agencies)

Content Production Manager Perks

• Competitive Pay: Earn a highly competitive rate of up to $48 per hour, depending on experience, while managing global content production projects for a leading luxury hospitality brand.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Access medical, vision, and dental plans, along with PTO accrual, to support your overall health, well-being, and work-life balance.
• Hybrid Work Flexibility: Based in the vibrant McLean, VA area, this role offers a hybrid schedule, combining dynamic in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, ensuring optimal work-life balance and creative productivity.
• Professional Growth and Creativity: Collaborate with top-tier creative agencies, production companies, and internal teams to produce industry-leading photography and video content. Expand your expertise in content production management while contributing to a world-class brand.
• Global Brand Impact: Be a pivotal part of a renowned global marketing team, managing high-profile content captures and productions that showcase Hilton’s luxurious properties worldwide. Your work will directly influence the storytelling and brand identity of a global leader in hospitality.

• 5+ years of experience managing content production, with a strong background in overseeing end-to-end photo and video projects for marketing campaigns.
• Proven expertise in developing detailed production plans, including creating timelines, managing budgets, and coordinating logistics to ensure the seamless execution of complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of the production process, from pre-production planning to on-site execution and post-production workflows, including file management and asset delivery systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead social-first content creation, with an understanding of how to craft visuals and storytelling tailored to the unique demands of social media platforms.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain high standards of quality under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external agencies, vendors, and global stakeholders.
• A solutions-oriented mindset, capable of addressing real-time production challenges while maintaining focus on project objectives and deliverables.
• Experience in managing relationships with creative partners, agencies, and freelance teams, ensuring their work aligns with brand guidelines and project goals.
• Technical proficiency in digital asset management systems and an understanding of industry-standard production tools and software.
• A detail-oriented approach to maintaining documentation, such as contracts, release forms, expense tracking, and legal compliance records.
• A collaborative mindset, comfortable adapting to evolving needs, specifications, and challenges within a dynamic production environment.

• Collaborate with internal marketing and creative teams to develop comprehensive content plans that align with strategic goals, ensuring each project delivers high-quality visuals that capture the unique aspects of hospitality experiences.
• Lead the planning and execution of photo and video production, managing logistics, budgets, and timelines to ensure smooth operations across all stages of production.
• Act as the primary on-site lead during shoots, providing guidance to agency partners, production crews, and creative teams to bring the brand’s vision to life.
• Develop and implement content strategies specifically tailored for social media platforms, creating visually compelling and innovative materials that drive engagement and resonate with audiences.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies, freelancers, and vendors, ensuring their work meets brand standards and project objectives while fostering long-term partnerships.
• Coordinate with global property teams to secure locations, obtain necessary permissions, and manage communications related to on-site content capture.
• Monitor production progress, identify potential challenges, and implement solutions to maintain project quality, timelines, and budget compliance.
• Oversee post-production workflows, including file reviews, final edits, and the delivery of assets to digital asset management systems for long-term use.
• Maintain thorough documentation for each project, including contracts, talent and property releases, expenses, and adherence to brand and legal guidelines.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders and leadership on project milestones, ensuring alignment and transparency throughout the production lifecycle.
• Continuously refine production processes and workflows, documenting lessons learned and integrating best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.