Video Production Manager at Axon | San Francisco, CA | $180K/yr – $287K/yr

Axon

Video Production Manager

San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

$180K/yr – $287K/yrSenior Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own production lifecycle end to end, delivering campaigns, reactive projects, and internal videos with clear creative vision and cross team alignment.

Own briefs, schedules, briefs and delivery timelines with creative leadership to lock in direction early.
Manage budgets, contracts, talent releases and vendor relations to keep shoots on time and on plan.
Coordinate on set logistics and partner with marketing, product and comms to ensure brand consistency and impact.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Own the full production lifecycle across campaigns, reactive projects and internal videos.
Develop and manage briefs, schedules, shot lists, and delivery timelines with the Executive Creative Director and internal leads.
Coordinate shoot logistics including location, permits, travel, gear, and crew, in-studio or on location.
Run day-of production on shoots, serving as the main on-set contact for all stakeholders.
Source and manage freelance crew, editors, production companies, and partners on a project basis.
Direct internal editors and shooters to ensure clarity, alignment and on-time delivery.
Build and maintain a vetted roster of production contractors across key disciplines.
Liaise with law enforcement/public safety partners on production when needed.
Own budgets from estimate to reconciliation across resources and vendors.
Draft and manage contracts with contractors ensuring procurement/compliance.
Manage location/talent releases and agency/community agreements.
Identify efficiency opportunities to reduce cost without sacrificing quality.
Ensure every project has a clear creative vision before production begins.
Align on objectives and messaging with marketing, product, sales, and comms.
Maintain brand consistency across video output.
Contribute to production infrastructure, workflows and vendor relationships.

Requirements:

3 to 5 years in video production across brand, agency, or in-house.
Experience managing crews and external production partners.
Entrepreneurial approach to film production.
Strong end-to-end production knowledge across pre, production, and post.
Experience budgeting and reconciling actuals.
Familiar with contracts, talent releases, and vendor agreements.
Excellent organization and communication; can manage multiple projects at different stages.
Comfortable in fast-paced cross-team environments with shifting priorities.
Aligned with Axon values: ownership, candor, curiosity, and trust.

Nice to have:

B2B/government/public safety/tech content experience.
Familiarity with trade show or experiential video production.
Experience working with law enforcement or government entities in production.
Working knowledge of AI video production and post tools.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
Discretionary paid time off
Paid parental leave for all
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Fitness Programs
Emotional and Mental Wellness support
Learning and Development programs
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on location

Axon

Our story began in September of 1993 when TASER International was founded by CEO Rick Smith with his brother Tom Smith. They consulted with Jack Cover, former NASA scientist and inventor of the original TASER® conducted energy weapons of the 1970s. Rick Smith was inspired to found the company after losing two high school football teammates who were shot and killed in a road rage incident. This experience led him to seek new technologies that would enable people to protect themselves without deploying lethal force in hopes of creating a bullet-less world.Today, Axon represents the entire network of devices, applications and people that is revolutionizing public safety around the world. Our mission is to protect life. We’re building the world’s largest and most trusted suite of public safety solutions. If you are seeking a career with purpose, we invite you to join us.Learn more at: axon.com/careersThis is Our MoonshotGun-related deaths between police and the public have risen steadily for at least the past six years. In 2021 in the U.S., 1,118 people — 1,054 civilians and 64 officers — lost their lives in gun-related incidents between police and the public, according to leading data sources. In response, Axon is rallying partners around a “moonshot” goal to cut gun-related deaths between police and the public by 50% by 2033.

Founded in 1993

Scottsdale, Arizona, USA

5.3K employees (221 in marketing)

www.axon.com