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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$125K - $165K *

Champion innovative creative strategies that elevate brand narratives across digital, social, and earned media. Lead and mentor teams to deliver impactful campaigns while collaborating with clients to...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Drive innovative creative solutions by leading teams and shaping brand strategies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary partners to ensure cohesive visual expression and successful project execution whi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in lighting operations for high-profile events, managing teams and collaborating across departments to ensure client visions are realized. Drive strategic planning and budgeting to enh...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic manufacturing facility, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement while achieving strategic goals and enha...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful internal programs from inception to completion, leading teams and managing resources. Ensure compliance, monitor performance, and present updates to stakeholders while fostering collab...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving complex, cross-functional projects to modernize claims processes. As a Project Director, you'll lead initiatives, manage risks, and ensure alignment with organizational goal...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$114K - $180K *

Lead complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to drive strategic direction, manage risks, and achieve succe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$114K - $180K *

Seeking a strategic leader to drive complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and effective implementation while collaborating with senior leadership and stakeho...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$185K - $200K *

Drive strategic quality leadership across Personal Care Solutions, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality systems, support regulator...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence as you lead production teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while fostering continuous improvement and employee engage...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading marketing operations to enhance efficiency, drive demand generation, and optimize analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable systems that support...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$82K *

Elevate creative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to conceive and implement innovative design concepts across various digital mediums, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$156K - $208K *

Champion procurement and logistics excellence by managing diverse teams, driving operational performance, and ensuring strategic alignment across multiple departments to achieve financial and operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Manage and oversee commercial AV projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with clients and teams to coordinate all project phases, from kickoff to close...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead major capital projects with P&L accountability, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction for large-scale power construction initiatives valued at $100 million or more. Drive safety...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $125K *

Lead the charge in creative marketing, driving innovative campaigns that enhance visibility and engagement for film releases. Oversee production, strategy, and team management to ensure cohesive brand...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Join us to provide expert AV production support for studio productions, applying advanced technical skills in live and recorded formats. Lead audio workflows and collaborate with teams to ensure top-q...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$92K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Drive performance, develop talent, and support a culture of accountability and excelle...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $155K *

Manage senior-level client relationships and lead integrated projects, ensuring clarity and alignment across teams. Navigate complex pharma regulations while driving business growth and performance th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Lead the development of a unified project management methodology across multiple sites, enhancing project delivery standards and training teams to ensure successful execution from contract to handoff...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $105K *

Champion a dynamic promotional strategy and creative production, driving brand growth while leading a talented team. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure consistency and elevate the creative outpu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing event operations by managing teams, enhancing service quality, and driving strategic goals. Foster a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance and efficiency ac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming transit solutions by managing the expansion of bus shelters. Lead projects from initiation to deployment, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client needs while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a global team overseeing clinical trial supply operations. Drive compliance and operational excellence across clinical logistics activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials that...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $170K *

Shape the future of media operations by driving innovative solutions and efficiencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and deliver impactful campaigns, ensuring alignment...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.