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ASM Global · 3 days ago

Film & Creative Industries Commissioner

El Paso, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

ASM Global is seeking a Film & Creative Industries Commissioner to serve as the chief strategist and advocate for the Greater El Paso region’s film, media, music, and creative industries. This role involves leading the El Paso Film & Creative Industries Commission and positioning the area as a competitive destination for various productions, while also focusing on workforce development and community engagement.

Entertainment

Responsibilities

Lead regional strategy to attract and retain film, television, and media productions

Develop and maintain productive relationships with studios, independent producers, commercial production companies, networks, streaming platforms, and content creators

Serve as the primary point of contact from inquiry through wrap, ensuring a seamless, professional client experience

Represent El Paso at industry markets, conferences, festivals, and media events

Maintain and expand a comprehensive regional location’s library; conduct and host professional location scouts

Research and recommend locations based on script needs, logistics, proximity, infrastructure, and availability of crew, equipment, and accommodations

Coordinate with city, county, and partner agencies to facilitate permits, access, and filming requirements

Troubleshoot production challenges in real time to protect schedules, budgets, and El Paso’s reputation

Lead initiatives that grow, professionalize, and prepare El Paso’s film and creative workforce to meet the expectations of regional, national, and international productions

Develop and implement strategies to strengthen the depth, experience, and reliability of the local crew base, ensuring El Paso is truly production ready

Identify gaps in local capacity and design programs, partnerships, and training opportunities that advance crew readiness, technical skill, and professional standards

Align workforce development efforts with the needs of the film and television industry, ensuring local talent can competitively support higher-volume and higher-budget productions

Serve as executive lead for El Paso’s Music Friendly Community designation, ensuring ongoing compliance, program development, and strategic alignment with the Texas Music Office

Develop and implement initiatives that strengthen the regional music ecosystem, including venues, musicians, educators, and related businesses

Create and maintain a comprehensive regional directory of film, music, and creative professionals, vendors, and resources

Create and oversee annual programs and events that strengthen local capacity, industry readiness, and cross-sector collaboration

Design, produce, and lead an Annual Film & Creative Industries Workshop featuring accomplished panelists across film, television, digital media, and related disciplines

Position the workshop as a flagship convening for education, workforce development, and national visibility

Leverage the event to elevate El Paso’s industry credibility and strengthen local and external relationships

Oversee and grow the Local 24-Hour Film Challenge, engaging regional creatives, students, and emerging talent in a high-impact, fast-paced production experience that builds skills, collaboration, and community pride

Serve as participant market for the National 48-Hour Film Challenge, positioning El Paso on a national stage, coordinating local participation, and leveraging the program to attract attention from industry professionals, sponsors, and media

Ensure all signature programs advance workforce development, strengthen the local creative ecosystem, and reinforce El Paso’s brand as an accessible, production-ready, and creatively vibrant market

Serve as the primary convener for the local film and creative community, aligning diverse stakeholder interests with organizational goals and public-sector realities

Research, design, and advocate for a local production incentive program aligned with state policy, regional capacity, and fiscal constraints

Translate industry needs into viable policy and program frameworks

Manage high-visibility and sometimes competing stakeholder expectations, maintaining productive dialogue and safeguarding El Paso’s professional reputation

Provide clear guidance to local crew and creatives regarding industry standards, incentive structures, and market readiness

Develop and implement annual marketing, communications, and outreach strategies

Maintain CRM systems for leads, clients, vendors, projects, and reporting

Oversee all department communications and social media channels

Prepare and manage the department budget, work plan, and staffing forecasts

Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports including inquiries, permits, shoot days, and production spend

Maintain productive relationships with city, county, state, and federal agencies

Serve as the primary liaison with the Texas Film Commission and Texas Music Office, maintaining El Paso’s standing as both a production-ready market and a Music Friendly Community

Represent El Paso with the American Film Commissioners International and peer markets

Develop governance frameworks, advisory boards, and industry councils as appropriate

Qualification

Motion picture productionIndustry relationsProduction servicesLocation managementBudget developmentProgram managementStaff supervisionDigital asset systemsPublic speakingStakeholder managementAdvanced computer skillsWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Extensive knowledge of motion picture production, industry practices, and production workflows

Demonstrated experience with industry relations, production services, and location management

Strong understanding of incentives, public-sector frameworks, and regulatory environments

Experience in budget development, program management, and staff supervision

Proficiency in photography, photo management, and digital asset systems

Strong written, verbal, and public speaking skills

Ability to manage high-profile relationships and navigate complex stakeholder environments

Advanced computer skills and adaptability to emerging media technologies

Willingness to work evenings and weekends and travel as required

Valid Class C Texas Driver's License

Bachelor's degree in film, communications, media, business, fine arts, or a related field

Significant professional experience in film, television, or media production, with emphasis on production, location management, or industry leadership

Minimum of four years of administrative and supervisory responsibility

Equivalent combination of education and experience considered