The posting
Hackman Capital Partners (HCP) is seeking a dependable, hands-on Supervisor, Studio Security to provide daily field supervision and operational support at an assigned film and television studio facility in the Los Angeles area.
Working under the direction of studio security management, this position is responsible for ensuring assigned security personnel are properly deployed, security posts and patrols are maintained, access control procedures are followed, and incidents are promptly addressed and reported.
The Supervisor, Studio Security will maintain a visible presence throughout the property, conduct routine security checks, respond to operational issues, and serve as a first-line resource for contracted security personnel. This is an active, field-oriented position requiring regular patrols, direct interaction with security officers, and hands-on involvement in daily studio security activities.
The ideal candidate has practical experience working in an active film or television studio environment, demonstrates sound judgment, communicates effectively, and consistently follows established security procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct, daily supervision of assigned contract security personnel, ensuring compliance with post orders, uniform standards, professional conduct expectations, and established security procedures.
- Verify security post coverage, monitor officer attendance and assignments, conduct post inspections, and promptly report staffing deficiencies or performance concerns to management.
- Conduct regular vehicle and foot patrols of studio facilities, sound stages, backlots, parking areas, perimeter locations, and other assigned areas.
- Perform routine operational checks of access control systems, CCTV, gates, alarms, radios, and other security equipment, reporting deficiencies or malfunctions through established channels.
- Respond to security incidents, disturbances, unauthorized access attempts, medical emergencies, and other operational matters, taking appropriate immediate action and notifying management and the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC).
- Document incidents, gather initial factual information, preserve relevant evidence, and complete accurate incident reports in accordance with established procedures.
- Enforce established access control, visitor verification, contractor entry, parking, and production security procedures.
- Assist production personnel, tenants, and visitors with routine security-related requests, referring exceptions or matters requiring approval to management.
- Conduct security shift briefings, communicate operational updates, and ensure appropriate turnover of outstanding issues between shifts.
- Identify and report security vulnerabilities, unsafe conditions, suspicious activities, and violations of established policies or procedures.
- Assist with the implementation of approved special event security arrangements, production access restrictions, emergency procedures, and other assigned operational activities.
- Maintain accurate daily activity logs, patrol records, equipment checklists, incident documentation, and other required security records.
- Provide immediate field direction to contract security personnel during routine incidents and emergencies until relieved by security management or responding emergency personnel.
- Perform assigned security officer duties when necessary to maintain coverage or respond to operational needs.
- Carry out additional security assignments at HCP properties throughout the Los Angeles region as directed by GST leadership.
Requirements
Physical Requirements
Ability to work outdoors and in varied weather conditions, stand and walk for extended periods, routinely patrol studio facilities, navigate stairs and uneven surfaces, and respond promptly to incidents throughout the assigned property, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or professional training preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of professional security experience, including at least two (2) years supporting security operations at an active film or television studio or entertainment production facility.
- Minimum of one (1) year of demonstrated experience in a security supervisory, lead officer, or comparable operational leadership capacity.
- Practical knowledge of film and television studio operations, including stage and backlot activities, production schedules, access requirements, production personnel, and the unique security challenges of active production environments.
- Possession of a valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Registration (Guard Card), or ability to obtain one before performing regulated security duties and maintain it throughout employment.
- Experience providing operational direction to security personnel, coordinating post coverage, conducting patrols, and responding to onsite security incidents.
- Working knowledge of physical security systems, including access control, CCTV/video surveillance, alarm monitoring, and visitor management.
- Demonstrated ability to respond effectively to emergencies, exercise sound judgment, and appropriately escalate incidents to management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional incident reports and communicate with studio personnel, productions, and external stakeholders.
- Ability and willingness to perform hands-on security duties, including patrols, inspections, access verification, and emergency response.
- Availability to work assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to respond to urgent security matters outside regularly scheduled hours when necessary.
- Ability to travel between HCP properties throughout the Los Angeles region as required.
- Ability and willingness to successfully complete applicable pre-employment and ongoing background screening requirements, which may include identity and records verification, legally authorized fingerprint-based criminal history checks, employment-related credit screening where permitted by law, and continuous background monitoring in accordance with applicable laws and required authorizations.
It would be a plus if you have these skills…
- Additional experience supervising security operations at major film and television studios, Experience as a Security Supervisor or Lead Security Officer at a major film or television studio.
- Experience directing contracted security officers, conducting post inspections, and coordinating shift coverage.
- Experience using Lenel, CCURE, Genetec, Milestone, Gateworks, or similar physical security systems.
- Familiarity with emergency response procedures, evacuation protocols, and incident reporting.
- Current CPR, AED, or First Aid certification.
- Completion of FEMA ICS-100, ICS-200, or other relevant security and emergency response training.
- Familiarity with studio-specific production security requirements, special events, and talent access procedures.
- Possession of a valid California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) license, BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit, or current qualification under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA / HR 218).
This position is based onsite at an assigned HCP studio facility in the Los Angeles area and requires an active presence throughout the property.
The Supervisor will work an assigned schedule based on operational requirements, which may include weekends, evenings, or holidays. Occasional schedule adjustments or additional hours may be necessary to support incidents, emergencies, or special events.
Additional assignments at other HCP properties within the Los Angeles region may be required.
Salary: $50,000-$70,000k (Hourly)
Benefits
- Complimentary on-site parking
- Regular team-building activities and social events
- 100% employer-paid medical benefits for employees
- Comprehensive dependent coverage
- Competitive 401(k) program
- Generous paid holiday schedule
