Contestant Production Manager

About the Company

Beast Industries is a broad entertainment and media company started by Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, the most watched creator in the world. The company has grown well beyond YouTube into areas such as digital content, philanthropy, consumer goods, and new business ventures, with a focus on creativity, innovation, and making a positive impact.

Role Summary

The Contestant Production Manager will act as the operational lead for all confirmed contestants, bringing together casting, production, and logistics so every participant is cleared, organized, and prepared on time in a high-speed environment.

Key Responsibilities

You will coordinate contestant readiness with production timelines, keep communication flowing between casting and other internal teams, and manage the moving parts that support a smooth contestant experience from intake through on-set execution.

• Collaborate with production teams to keep contestant preparation aligned with the overall production calendar.
• Work with the Head of Casting to route any creative changes back through casting in a timely manner.
• Serve as the main coordination link among Casting, Care, Legal, and Production.
• Own readiness timelines for contestants and communicate schedule impacts in a fast-changing environment.
• Anticipate staffing requirements based on scale and operational complexity.
• Oversee completion of medical, psychological, and legal clearance steps.
• Confirm that all required paperwork is complete, accurate, and up to date.
• Handle travel arrangements, lodging, intake logistics, and on-set roster tracking.
• Monitor the contestant operations budget and escalate any risks or spending variances early.
• Act as the main operational escalation contact during production.
• Lead the Contestant and Care Coordinators while keeping tracking systems structured and organized.

Candidate Profile

This role suits someone who has managed production operations before, is comfortable supporting large groups or talent pools, and can work effectively under rapid deadlines while maintaining high standards.

• At least 2 years of experience as a production manager.
• Background working with contestants, cast members, or large groups of people.
• Comfort operating in fast turnaround timelines while meeting quality expectations.
• Strong leadership capability.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.

Location

This position is based in Greenville, North Carolina, a major cultural, educational, economic, and medical center in Eastern North Carolina. The city is home to East Carolina University and Vidant Medical Center, and offers a lively Uptown district with local arts, music, food, and independently owned businesses. Greenville-Pitt County is also known for its affordability, location, and natural surroundings.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, plus dental and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts.
• 401(k) plan with Safe Harbor matching.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays.
• Company-issued technology package.
• Relocation support when applicable, including travel and company housing for the first 90 days.