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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$70K - $89K *

Optimize production flow and safety by leading a dynamic team. Drive daily performance metrics, ensure compliance with regulations, and uphold a commitment to quality in a hands-on management role foc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$215K - $245K *

Unlock potential by leading preconstruction efforts, ensuring project success through collaboration, estimating, scheduling, and value engineering. Drive relationships with stakeholders and subcontrac...

1 week ago

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

$145K - $155K *

Champion full-funnel media strategy for a leading automotive brand, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize advertising efforts and drive measurable results through innovative media solu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$239K - $359K *

Join a team that's driving engineering excellence through strategic leadership and operational innovation. This role enhances delivery velocity and quality across multiple functions, ensuring alignmen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$239K - $359K *

Transform engineering execution by leading cross-functional teams to enhance delivery speed, quality, and reliability. Drive strategic alignment and operational excellence across technology investment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$171K - $283K *

Optimize manufacturing operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing resource utilization, and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to achieve corporate objectives while fos...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $283K *

Manage site manufacturing operations by aligning strategic plans with corporate objectives. Drive improvements through lean practices, oversee supply chain performance, and lead a motivated team to ac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform the advertising landscape by driving new business growth with medium and large clients. Leverage your expertise in ad tech to build relationships, execute strategies, and achieve sales targe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $165K *

Shape compelling content campaigns that engage audiences and elevate brand presence. Lead the creative process from concept to delivery, transforming complex topics into impactful narratives across mu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing specialty gas delivery systems, ensuring alignment with customer needs and market trends while driving product innovation and lifecycle strategies for the se...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform culinary operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance guest experiences, manage budgets, and drive profitability while fostering collaboration and excellence in service delivery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead operations and enhance guest experiences through effective management, strategic planning, and team development in a dynamic culinary environment focused on excellence and profitabilit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading culinary operations and guest experiences, ensuring excellence in service delivery, team management, and financial oversight while fostering a collaborative environment for...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic leadership role overseeing culinary operations, guest experiences, and team development while driving profitability and excellence in service delivery across multiple u...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement and meet production goals i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $135K *

Partner with us to lead strategic initiatives for Eli Lilly, driving creative solutions that connect health brands with audiences. Build relationships, guide teams, and ensure financial health while n...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $135K *

Unlock strategic leadership by guiding client partnerships and cross-functional teams, driving creative solutions that resonate with patient audiences while ensuring business growth and financial heal...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $135K *

Join us to lead strategic initiatives for a major healthcare partnership, driving creative solutions and fostering client relationships. You'll guide cross-functional teams, ensuring impactful campaig...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic leader, driving impactful creative solutions for healthcare brands. Build strong client relationships, guide cross-functional teams, and champion growth while ensuri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$103K - $128K *

Lead the charge in driving project success by planning, directing, and coordinating activities, ensuring goals are met within timelines and budgets through effective resource management and team colla...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex manufacturing initiatives, fostering team development, and enhancing cross-departmental collaboration to ensure successful project delivery and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape operational excellence by leading a manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability while fostering team development and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Join us to lead a dynamic manufacturing facility, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and team development while driving continuous improvement and achieving financial goals in a collaborative en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage and lead manufacturing teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a positive work environment and meeting customer requirements th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development and production of innovative live entertainment projects, balancing creativity and commercial viability while managing cross-departmental collaboration and...

Reposted 3 weeks 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.