Head of Production
13 days ago
Nashville
Job Description Head of Production Position Overview The Head of Production is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production across a diversified entertainment organization that spans music, film & television, publishing, live entertainment, and branded content, including feature film, music videos, live events, digital shorts, etc. This hands on role ensures that every production is delivered at the highest creative, operational, and financial standard, balancing ambitious artistic goals with disciplined execution. Reporting directly to senior leadership, the Head of Production acts as the central authority for production planning, execution, and accountability across all business units, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and alignment with the company’s overall vision and objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership * Develop and implement the organization’s overall production strategy across multiple entertainment verticals. * Establish and enforce production standards, workflows, and best practices that maximize quality and efficiency. * Serve as the central hub for cross-divisional production initiatives, ensuring alignment with business and creative goals. Production Oversight * Lead all stages of production, from budgeting and scheduling through execution and delivery. * Manage multiple large-scale productions simultaneously while balancing creative ambitions with financial discipline. * Supervise internal production staff, outside vendors, and third-party production partners. * Ensure compliance with union regulations, insurance policies, safety standards, and legal requirements. Financial & Operational Management * Oversee production budgets across divisions, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and projects remain on track. * Negotiate vendor contracts, service agreements, and production partnerships to maximize value and mitigate risk. * Implement financial controls, cost reporting, and audit processes to maintain accountability. Creative Collaboration * Partner with creative leadership to translate vision into executable production plans. * Provide guidance on technical feasibility, logistics, and budget implications for creative concepts. * Ensure the highest possible on-screen, on-stage, and in-print impact of all productions. Cross-Vertical Integration * Coordinate workflows between music, publishing, film/TV, live events, and branded experiences. * Ensure production assets and resources are leveraged effectively across multiple platforms. Leadership & Team Development * Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing production team. * Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and problem-solving. * Serve as a key executive voice, advising leadership on production feasibility and long-term planning. Qualifications * 10+ years of senior production management experience across multiple entertainment sectors (film/TV, music, live events, publishing, or digital). * Proven track record of delivering large-scale productions on time and on budget. * Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, cost control, and vendor negotiations. * Deep understanding of union requirements, insurance standards, and production risk management. * Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and creative environment. * Familiarity with evolving technologies in production, post-production, digital media, and live entertainment. Company DescriptionWe are a multi-platform Entertainment Group which spans music, film, television, digital media, graphic novels, magazine publishing, concerts, festivals, tours and events. We are also home to a legendary rock magazine which is now being reimagined for the digital age as a streaming platform, print publication and live experience hub. With our disruptive creative spirit and bold visual identity, we create culture-shaping content and iconic IP across every format—forming an integrated creative ecosystem that champions visionary artists, creators, and storytellers across music, screen, stage, and page.We are a multi-platform Entertainment Group which spans music, film, television, digital media, graphic novels, magazine publishing, concerts, festivals, tours and events. We are also home to a legendary rock magazine which is now being reimagined for the digital age as a streaming platform, print publication and live experience hub. With our disruptive creative spirit and bold visual identity, we create culture-shaping content and iconic IP across every format—forming an integrated creative ecosystem that champions visionary artists, creators, and storytellers across music, screen, stage, and page.