Production Director Jobs

Explore Production Director jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Production directors lead the people, processes, and resources that turn business goals into high-quality products, content, or services. Depending on the industry, the role may focus on manufacturing, media, entertainment, or other production environments.

What Does a Production Director Do?

A Production Director oversees production strategy and day-to-day operations, coordinating teams and collaborating with leaders across functions. Common responsibilities include setting production plans, managing budgets and schedules, monitoring quality and output, improving workflows, and ensuring that operations meet safety, regulatory, and customer requirements. The exact scope varies by organization and industry.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek substantial experience in production or operations leadership, along with a record of delivering results through cross-functional teams. Useful strengths include strategic planning, budgeting, resource allocation, process improvement, communication, and problem-solving. Industry-specific technical expertise, relevant education, and familiarity with applicable standards may also be important.

Production Director Salary and Job Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, company size, location, experience, and the scale of the role. Production Director opportunities listed on Ladders meet the site's $100,000-or-more salary threshold. Senior leaders may also receive incentives or other benefits, depending on the employer and position.

Find Production Director Opportunities

Search Ladders for Production Director jobs that match your experience and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, and tailor your application to show how you have improved production performance, led teams, and delivered measurable outcomes.

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$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team as a key partner in revenue operations, collaborating with sales leadership to drive growth, manage forecasting, and enhance business strategies across multiple units. Embrace inno...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of the Aerospace & Defense sector by leading sales initiatives across the Americas and EMEA. Drive growth, build strong teams, and develop strategies to expand mar...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape and elevate business operations and account management, driving resource optimization and client satisfaction. Collaborate with leadership to enhance project delivery and expand client relations...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $142K *

Empower your career by driving client success through data-driven insights, relationship building, and strategic sales. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions and achieve sales targets w...

Detroit, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by leading sales efforts with CPG and food & beverage companies. Own the full sales cycle, build relationships with key stakeholders, and expand accounts while collaborating with marketin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $154K *

Shape the future of sales leadership by driving team performance, managing strategic partnerships, and fostering a culture of growth and accountability. Lead, coach, and execute on data-driven strateg...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead end-to-end campaign operations, optimizing marketing technology and driving pipeline growth through effective data management and cross-functional collaboration...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead project management efforts for building restoration, from design through completion. Drive client engagement, technical development, and ensure exceptional service delivery while managing timelin...

Calgary, ABRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of user-generated content by leading product strategy and execution. Drive improvements in quality, trust, and customer activation while collaborating across teams to enhance the cont...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $145K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design integrated solutions that enhance user experience, leveraging AI tools and a design system to create cohesive workflows and drive product value in a B...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$81K - $86K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building strong donor relationships and implementing effective fundraising strategies. You'll manage a portfolio of prospects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and dri...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$114K - $132K *

Pioneer strategic fundraising initiatives that cultivate donor relationships and secure six and seven-figure gifts. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational impact and utilize donor insights...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$137K - $185K *

Join a team that's transforming financial operations by optimizing technology investments. Leverage your expertise to enhance governance, reporting, and insights across cloud services and software ass...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $220K *

Lead product management for an innovative infrastructure automation platform, driving strategy and vision while managing a team of senior product managers. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance cu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at transforming unstructured plan catalogs into structured data. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytical capabilities and ensure precise delivery of actionable insights for a...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the creation of impactful scientific content, enhancing medical education and patient outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor writers, and drive excellence in heal...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing oncology-focused medical strategies, leveraging clinical expertise and strategic insights to drive impactful marketing initiatives and foster key relationships within the...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team driving strategic project initiatives with cross-functional collaboration, managing complex programs to achieve company goals while optimizing efficiency and enhancing organization...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$153K - $213K *

Champion the development of a key platform, driving strategy, success metrics, and technical depth while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet customer needs and enhance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize your career as a Technical Project Manager, overseeing equipment procurement and supply chains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and negotiate contracts to ensure proj...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading product strategy and development in healthcare. Drive innovation, validate growth opportunities, and collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions from concept...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by establishing a unified product metrics framework. Collaborate across teams to enhance product health insights, streamline reporting, and drive strategic initiat...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Lead the charge in program controls integration, overseeing cost, scheduling, and forecasting functions. Drive governance standards and analytical frameworks to enhance program predictability and fina...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead a dynamic model audit team, enhancing financial modelling processes while driving strategic growth and innovation across projects, all while fostering a collaborative and high...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Production Director do?question toggle

    A Production Director leads production operations, teams, and resources. Typical work includes planning schedules, managing budgets, overseeing quality and output, improving processes, and coordinating with other departments. Responsibilities vary by industry.

  • What qualifications are needed for a Production Director job?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for significant production or operations experience, leadership ability, and strengths in planning, budgeting, process improvement, and communication. Some roles require specific technical expertise or industry credentials.

  • How much do Production Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by industry, location, experience, and role scope. Production Director jobs featured on Ladders meet the site's $100,000-or-more salary threshold; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where do Production Directors work?question toggle

    Production Directors work across industries with production operations, including manufacturing, media, and entertainment. Their responsibilities depend on the organization and the type of products, content, or services it delivers.

  • How can I find Production Director jobs?question toggle

    Browse Production Director listings on Ladders and compare role responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation. Highlight relevant leadership experience and measurable production results in your application.