Production Manager

Job Details

Job Title: Production Manager

Reports To: Director, Production Operations | Land Production

Place of Work: 2500 Maitland Center Parkway, Suite 101, Maitland, FL 32751

Other: Full Time

As the world’s largest producer of groundbreaking live entertainment and a leading force in the themed entertainment industry, RWS Global creates meaningful connections and customized experiences spanning theatrical productions, events, multimedia, and more. In 2024, the entertainment leaders expanded into live sporting events with the introduction of RWS Global Sports. Headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati, Orlando, Sydney, and Riyadh, with dedicated RWS Studios in NYC and the UK, RWS Global serves major brands and corporations, theatres, cruise lines, sports properties, live venues, parks, resorts, and more.

Offering end‑to‑end services from ideation to operations, RWS Global’s team of world‑class designers, creators, producers and visionary talent produce over one million live moments every day and employ over 8,000 individuals worldwide.

The Production Manager is responsible for managing the day‑to‑day operations of live entertainment productions across the UK, EU and Middle East. This includes coordinating logistics, managing production schedules, and overseeing all technical and operational aspects. The role requires a detail‑oriented professional who can efficiently manage resources, cast, crew, and equipment to ensure seamless execution of projects. The Production Manager collaborates 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, while maintaining direct accountability for client relationships.

• Relationship Management:
  Provide 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 allocation of resources, including crew, equipment, vendors, and site logistics to maximize efficiency.
• Budget Management:
  Day‑to‑day management of the production budget, tracking costs, managing expenses, and negotiating with vendors and suppliers for cost‑effective operations.
• Vendor & Contractor Management:
  Manage relationships with external vendors, freelancers, talent, and contractors, 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 and 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:
  
  Projects span the globe and may require extended hours including work over weekends, holidays, and international travel as needed.

• Degree in Arts Administration, Production, Film, Media, Sports, Communications, or a related field; equivalent…