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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$74K - $93K *

Champion the production of high-quality packaging and printed materials, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform creative concepts into production-ready artwork for various music access...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative automation solutions in manufacturing to enhance efficiency, reduce manual tasks, and lead cross-functional teams in technological advancements across operations, maintenance, and p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining communications design by leading innovative planning initiatives, ensuring excellence in client deliverables, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive impactful...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $215K *

Lead the charge in innovative communications design, ensuring excellence and strategic alignment across client projects. Drive best practices and collaboration to deliver impactful, culturally relevan...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$66K - $99K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic production team, ensuring operational efficiency and quality. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer the future of construction project management by leading teams, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability while delivering projects on time and within budget. Drive collaboration with stakeh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic growth initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving sustainable success. Engage with teams and stakeholders to create impactful solutions that...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative art direction strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate creative campaigns and drive brand success. Shape visual narratives that resonate with audiences and e...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Champion manufacturing excellence by leading engineering strategies, driving automation, and enhancing asset reliability across multiple U.S. facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to imp...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Deliver strategic oversight on large-scale construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while advising on technical and financial aspects throughout the construction...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the execution of a major greenfield project, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success while maintaining a str...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing Soft Trim tooling programs from award to production. Oversee cross-functional teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project execution while maintaining strong customer a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Contribute to cross-functional projects, driving initiatives from intake to completion, ensuring timelines, scope, and business goals align. Collaborate across teams, communicate effectively, and mana...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative visual storytelling as a hands-on Art Director, leading a dynamic team in creative strategy for presentations and video, driving impact across key business narratives and collaborat...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Drive impactful client relationships and optimize performance across multiple platforms. Lead teams in executing tailored strategies, ensuring campaign success while mentoring talent and managing vend...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $103K *

Unlock potential by managing editorial budgets and contracts, ensuring smooth operations across markets. Collaborate with contributors and vendors while supporting the editorial team with strong commu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$73K - $122K *

Take ownership of daily operations in a dynamic warehouse environment, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality standards are met while training and supervising staff to achieve departmental goals a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing post-production workflows, coordinating motion graphics and VFX projects while ensuring client satisfaction and artistic quality. Drive budget management and team schedulin...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $110K *

Drive post-production excellence by managing motion graphics and VFX projects from inception to delivery. Collaborate with clients and creatives to ensure vision alignment while maintaining high-quali...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $235K *

Lead the charge in managing client-facing SaaS products on AWS, ensuring operational excellence, security compliance, and performance optimization while overseeing a dedicated team. Drive innovation a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading end-to-end management of client-facing AWS SaaS products, ensuring security, compliance, and optimization while directly engaging in architecture and support...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Drive product excellence by owning the lifecycle and security of high-performance client SaaS platforms hosted on AWS. Lead a dedicated team to optimize operations, ensure compliance, and deliver seam...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing and securing our AWS-hosted SaaS platforms, ensuring compliance and performance. Take on hands-on leadership in architecture, operations, and product reliabi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in innovative design strategies that elevate brand experiences across digital, print, and emerging technologies. Inspire teams to push creative boundaries while ensuring user-centered...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $235K *

Drive the management, operation, and security of client-facing SaaS products hosted on AWS. Be a hands-on leader, ensuring platform performance, compliance, and continuous product improvement while su...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.