Live Event Production Lead: Ceremonies & Show Director

Dubai Duty Free; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Duty Free is seeking a senior live event production lead to plan and deliver show content across Centre Court and Fan Village. You will guide ceremonies, player introductions, sponsor moments, AV and screen content, and overall run-of-show on event day.

With 5-8 years of live event production experience, you will coordinate rehearsals, lead production teams, manage stakeholders across Competition, Broadcast, Marketing and Venue Operations, and ensure timely, safe delivery within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in event management, media, production or related field
• 5-8 years of experience in live event production

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and update the detailed show flow and daily run-of-show for Centre Court and Fan Village.
• Lead player introductions, opening and closing ceremonies, trophy presentations, sponsor moments and entertainment.
• Schedule rehearsals, technical checks and production briefings before each event session.
• Direct production suppliers, presenters, entertainers, stage crews and AV/screen teams during live delivery.
• Coordinate announcements, music, screen graphics, video content, technical cues and broadcast requirements.
• Monitor production costs, resources and supplier performance within approved budgets; review results and recommend improvements.

Skills

Live event production

Show calling & cue management

Team leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Budget monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in event management, media, production or related field

Job description

Dubai Duty Free is seeking a senior live event production lead to plan and deliver show content across Centre Court and Fan Village. You will guide ceremonies, player introductions, sponsor moments, AV and screen content, and overall run-of-show on event day.

With 5-8 years of live event production experience, you will coordinate rehearsals, lead production teams, manage stakeholders across Competition, Broadcast, Marketing and Venue Operations, and ensure timely, safe delivery within budget.