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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$128K - $145K *

Lead the execution of innovative branded content marketing programs, collaborating across teams to deliver impactful campaigns. Drive client communication and optimize strategies in a fast-paced envir...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $160K *

Lead a dynamic creative team to elevate brand visuals across diverse mediums. Shape strategy, develop cohesive design systems, and drive innovative campaigns while fostering a culture of creativity an...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$230K - $345K *

Drive strategic program leadership and execution, ensuring performance excellence across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster growth, enhance customer engagement, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Optimize distribution operations by managing financial performance, ensuring compliance, and fostering a safe work environment. Lead a team to enhance efficiency in product movement and inventory mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by managing studio operations, executing live streams, and producing high-quality video content. Collaborate with creative teams to enhance storytelling through innovative techno...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering journalistic excellence by leading and mentoring producers while delivering engaging community-focused content through innovative storytelling and strategic e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Transform transportation and distribution strategies across a complex network, optimizing costs and service reliability while leading cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive sustainabl...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$108K - $130K *

Launch your career as a Project Manager overseeing all stages of cryogenic carbon capture projects. Lead teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while coordinating technical discipli...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $92K *

Optimize project workflows and elevate creative output in a fast-paced pharmaceutical advertising environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality marketi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining design operations by leading a high-performing department. You'll enhance processes, foster collaboration, and drive strategic initiatives to elevate client experiences a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Manage and lead the technical aspects of campus-wide IT infrastructure, ensuring security, compliance, and operational efficiency while supporting a diverse team of IT professionals and collaborating...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production processes and team performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement and collabor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at a leading federal technology firm by strategically guiding a portfolio of cloud and software development programs, ensuring optimal performance and fostering key customer relati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $136K *

Lead the charge in managing cross-functional project teams to drive product development from concept to production, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while fostering collaboration and con...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Join the charge in launching a new distillery, leading operational readiness and integration across multiple functions. You'll ensure safety and quality standards are met while driving rapid productio...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$116K - $174K *

Drive quality excellence by building a robust quality function from the ground up, leading NADCAP certification efforts, and shaping strategy while fostering a culture of quality across multiple manuf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $210K *

Transform large-scale projects by providing strategic leadership from planning to completion, ensuring alignment with client expectations and financial goals while managing resources and team dynamics...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading the Multi-Channel Department, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication across teams while enhancing customer satisfaction and performance metric...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $210K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive quality management system, ensuring AS9100 compliance, and fostering a culture of quality across all teams in...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $241K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role leading production for advanced defense systems. Oversee cross-functional teams, manage contracts, and drive program performance while ensuring compliance with ind...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of automotive innovation by leading a dynamic Simultaneous Development Team. Drive project success through effective communication, risk management, and customer e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Champion global sourcing and procurement strategies to enhance supply chain resilience, optimize material planning, and ensure timely delivery of critical components for rapid growth in a dynamic envi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $100K *

Elevate event marketing by managing creative production workflows, ensuring timely delivery of assets, and coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to drive campaign success and maintain...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$179K - $248K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of large, complex projects in Engineering and Construction, ensuring they meet all contractual goals. Provide strategic direction while managing teams and enhancing operational systems...

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

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.