Director of Production

About the role

The Director of Production at Cramer is a senior leader responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of live, in-person event programs. This role involves leading strategic and creative direction, managing production teams, and enhancing department operations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to define the strategic and creative direction of their events, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives.
• Serve as the senior point of contact for high-level clients, guiding conversations, presenting concepts, and building long-term trust.
• Shape and support solution design of projects that align to client objectives.
• Own the Production Experience: oversee all aspects of event production, manage scopes of work, timelines, budgets, and production schedules.
• Monitor quality of work performed by team members throughout the project lifecycle, anticipate risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure flawless execution.
• Lead talent and entertainment management, vendor partnerships, and cross-functional production teams.
• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation in partnership with Account Management.
• Strengthen Our Operations: partner with senior leadership to guide department operations and communication, lead department meetings, and collaborate with other department leaders to improve team communication and dynamics.
• Develop and Support Our People: build thoughtful staffing plans, monitor team capacity, and provide mentorship and coaching to production team members.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in live event production, agency environments, or similar settings.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale programs and cross-functional teams with confidence and clarity.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget creation and oversight.
• Demonstrated strengths in client leadership, team management, problem-solving, and operational excellence.
• Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable navigating fast-paced environments.
• Experience with executive presentation management, event technology, video formats, and video/print production is a plus.
• Familiarity with SharePoint, O365, and project management tools preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account, including employer contribution
• Retirement Plan (401K) with company match
• Profit Share Bonus Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Resources, including discounted membership to Lifetime Fitness
• Paid holidays

Salary Range: $130-170K