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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$120K - $145K *

Empower manufacturing excellence across three facilities by leading operations, driving safety, quality, and productivity initiatives, and aligning strategies with business objectives to enhance perfo...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $135K *

Transform project delivery by leading initiatives from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance while fostering strong client relationships and team collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $135K *

Advance your career by leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive successful outcomes...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $220K *

Reimagine brand storytelling by leading creative strategy for a key client. Drive integrated campaigns across multiple channels, ensuring cohesive messaging and impactful execution while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative architectural solutions. Lead projects from Pre-Design to Construction Administration, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction while...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading production for high-profile branded content projects. Oversee planning, execution, and team management to deliver compelling video and photography that resonates with au...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$139K - $176K *

Elevate your career as you craft innovative content across diverse platforms, guiding a talented creative team while collaborating with various departments to deliver exceptional theatrical graphics a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $155K *

Drive digital product strategy and execution, enhancing user experiences across platforms. Lead end-to-end product processes, integrating technology and human-centered design to foster meaningful conn...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$71K - $92K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring quality, productivity, and safety. Lead continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring employees to enhance performance...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, budget, and client satisfaction. This hands-on role requires active field engagement, problem-solving, and collaboration with te...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $100K *

Transform production strategies and lead a dynamic team to enhance profitability in robotic welding. Drive operational excellence, ensure safety, and foster employee development while meeting customer...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead project delivery by managing schedules, budgets, and customer relations. Ensure compliance with specifications while driving resolutions to keep projects on track. Collaborate across departments...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project success by managing diverse portfolios, ensuring design accuracy, and coordinating production and delivery. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality and customer satisfaction while na...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $145K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing departmental functions, strategic planning, and fiscal management. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and ensure alignment with organizational go...

2 days ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic leadership for multi-account foodservice operations, ensuring excellence in service delivery, financial performance, and client satisfaction across diverse c...

1 week ago

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

$85K *

Elevate your creative career by driving innovative experiential marketing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into impactful visual experiences that resonate thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Champion creative project management by overseeing workflows, timelines, and asset production across multiple brands. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution from brief to...

Yesterday

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading VFX projects from inception to delivery, ensuring creative excellence while managing scope, budget, and client relationships in a dynamic environment...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$86K - $144K *

Elevate your leadership skills by driving operational excellence and team performance. Lead a dedicated team in a dynamic environment, championing safety and continuous improvement while fostering a c...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $173K *

Drive production efficiency by leading planning, scheduling, and material control efforts. Foster team growth and collaboration to meet delivery requirements while ensuring quality and continuous impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at revenue growth and client retention by managing a high-performing sales team. Lead business development initiatives, foster client relationships, and ensure optimal execution of...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Manage production operations and facility maintenance, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead continuous improvement initiatives while achieving budget and performance goals. Oversee schedulin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Optimize operations and drive excellence in manufacturing, ensuring safety and quality while achieving financial and delivery targets. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage resources to m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of engineering operations and strategy, driving high-impact decisions and managing a multi-million dollar budget while fostering collaboration and innovation in...

1 week ago

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

$161K - $214K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of animation by overseeing production from concept to delivery. You'll lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure timely asset delivery while fosteri...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.