SVP, Portfolio Manager - Media & Entertainment

BANC OF CALIFORNIA AND YOUR CAREER

Banc of California, Inc. (NYSE: BANC) is a bank holding company with over $34 billion in assets and the parent company of Banc of California. Banc of California is one of the nation’s premier relationship-based business banks, providing banking and treasury management services to small, middle market, and venture backed businesses. As the largest independent bank headquartered in California, the bank offers a broad range of loan and deposit products and services through a network of full-service branches and regional offices, as well as through digital and nationwide capabilities. The bank also provides full-service payment processing solutions to its clients and serves the Community Association Management industry nationwide through its technology forward platform, SmartStreet. Banc of California is committed to supporting its local communities through the Banc of California Charitable Foundation and by partnering with organizations that promote financial literacy, job training, small business support, affordable housing, and more. 

THE OPPORTUNITY

Manage all aspects of a Media & Entertainment loan portfolio from asset boarding onward, working closely with Originations, Underwriting, and Servicing teams to ensure strong credit oversight and portfolio performance. Performs all duties in accordance with the Company’s policies and procedures, all U.S. state and federal laws and regulations, wherein the Company operates.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Serve as the primary credit point of contact for Borrowers, maintaining ongoing relationship engagement.
• Review and interpret loan agreements, guarantees, and other credit documentation.
• Review, approve, and process loan advance requests in collaboration with the Loan Servicing team.
• Manage and approve adjustments to loan drawdown schedules.
• Review and approve monthly loan statements and related reporting.
• Collect, review, and analyze collateral collections; monitor performance versus expected timing on project loans to assess interest reserve adequacy.
• Collect periodic financial and collateral reporting; prepare and monitor financial, operational, and borrowing base trends.
• Analyze ongoing compliance with reporting and performance covenants and recommend actions as needed.
• Track and monitor production loans through delivery, including coordinating with completion bond providers and performing cost report variance analysis.
• Oversee tax credit audit and claim processes.
• Operate within agented and syndicated loan structures, serving as the primary credit contact for partner institutions.
• Prepare quarterly risk reviews and portfolio assessments.
• Evaluate Borrower requests (including amendments, waivers, and term extensions) and prepare summary credit memoranda with recommended actions.
• Manage analysis, reporting, and credit recommendations for classified (non‑workout) loans.
• Provide guidance and oversight through employee performance evaluations, goal setting, and ongoing feedback.
• Support, coach, and develop team members as part of day‑to‑day portfolio management.
• Follow all established policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field, and/or 10+ years of relevant lending or portfolio management experience.
• Strong working knowledge of the Film, Television, Music, Live Entertainment, and Digital Media sectors.
• Meaningful experience managing borrowing base–governed revolving credit facilities, with familiarity across industry‑specific collateral components such as accounts receivable, ultimates, library valuations, P&A credits, distribution credits, production credits, music catalogs, and music advances.
• Experience with film and television production lending structures.
• Solid understanding of commercial lending fundamentals, including cash flow analysis, collateral analysis, and loan structuring.
• Strong working knowledge of bank credit policies, portfolio management practices, and risk management standards.
• Ability to interpret and work with complex loan documentation and collateral perfection requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including clear and effective analytical writing.
• Ability to understand, explain, and evaluate financial calculations and pricing alternatives.
• Ability to deliver both informal and formal presentations to internal teams, management, and external partners as needed.

HOW WE’LL SUPPORT YOU

• Financial Security: You will be eligible to participate in the company’s 401k plan which includes a company match and immediate vesting.
• Health & Well-Being: We offer comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, AD&D, supplemental life, long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Building & Supporting Your Family: Banc of California partners with providers that offer adoption, surrogacy, and fertility assistance as well as paid parental leave and family support solutions including care options for your family.
• Paid Time Away: Eligible team members receive paid vacation days, holidays, and volunteer time off.
• Career Growth Opportunities: To support career growth of our team members, we offer tuition reimbursement, an annual mentorship program, leadership development resources, access to LinkedIn Learning, and more.

SALARY RANGE

The base salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, industry experience, training, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant in alignment with market data and other factors.

Banc of California is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their actual or perceived race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type or protective hairstyles), religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, gender transitioning, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, or disability (mental or physical), requests for accommodation and any additional protected categories set forth in applicable federal, state or local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition.