Production Manager, GCC

Production Manager, GCC

Job Title: Production Manager, GCC

Reports To: General Manager | RWS Global Middle East

Place of Work: GCC

Other: Full Time

The Production Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of live entertainment productions across the Middle East and APAC regions, including coordinating logistics, managing production schedules, and overseeing all technical and operational aspects. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can efficiently manage resources, cast, crew, and equipment to ensure seamless execution of projects. The Production Manager will collaborate closely with producers, project managers, directors, technical teams, vendors and clients to deliver high-quality content that aligns with the creative vision and budgetary constraints.

The Production Manager will also communicate closely with and have direct accountability for the client relationship.

• Relationship Management:
  Provides world‑class customer service, prioritizing client satisfaction at all times.
• Production Planning & Scheduling:
  Develop detailed production schedules, timelines, and workflows for various projects, ensuring all elements are planned, organized, and executed on time and within scope.
• Resource Management:
  Oversee the allocation of resources, including crew, equipment, vendors and site location logistics to ensure optimal use of assets for each production.
• Budget Management:
  Day-to-day management of the production budget, tracking costs, managing expenses, and negotiating with vendors and suppliers to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Vendor & Contractor Management:
  Manage relationships with external vendors, freelancers, talent and contractors, including negotiating contracts, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance with production standards.
• Crew Coordination:
  Hire, schedule, and manage production crews and technical personnel, ensuring they are fully briefed and equipped for each production.
• Logistics & Operations:
  Coordinate all site logistics, including venue coordination, permitting, transportation, equipment and production asset installation.
• Technical Oversight:
  Work with technical teams to oversee the setup, operation, and strike of production equipment, including video, lighting, sound, scenic, SFX and other technical systems.
• Quality Control:
  Ensure all productions meet the highest standards of quality and safety, conducting site checks and troubleshooting issues in real time.
• Health & Safety Compliance:
  Implement and enforce health and safety protocols on site, ensuring all crew members adhere to guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Risk Management:
  
  Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with production activities, developing contingency plans to address technical, operational, or scheduling challenges.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  Maintain detailed production records, including call sheets, daily progress reports, expense logs and equipment inventories, providing clear and accurate documentation of all production activities.
• Flexible
  
  Schedule:
  
  Project locations span the globe and may require extended hours, including work over weekends and holidays, and include international travel to project site locations as needed.

• Degree in Arts Administration, Production, Film, Media, Sports, Communications, or a related field; equivalent professional experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience in production management within sports, entertainment, or live event industries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of live entertainment experience production processes, equipment, logistics and programming.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools, such as Wrike, Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and best practices in production environments.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

• Leadership:
  Enables project team members to achieve collective results through planning, collaboration, and confident decision making.
• Strong Communicator:
  Able to provide clear…