On-Site Production Lead - Kuwait City

MAKASEB; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company in Kuwait City is seeking a Production Manager to oversee and ensure the smooth execution of production processes. This role involves developing schedules, managing budgets, and coordinating logistics across various projects. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of production management experience along with a Bachelor's degree in a related field. A proactive and detail-oriented professional who is fluent in Arabic and English is essential for this position.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance bonus

Creative, fast-paced work environment

Career Path

Learning & Development

Health & Social Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in production management within commercials, branded content, or film.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end production workflows (pre-production, shooting, and post-production).
• Familiarity with the Kuwaiti production landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed production schedules.
• Lead location scouting and oversee permit acquisition.
• Oversee sourcing and rental of all production equipment.
• Manage end-to-end production logistics.
• Handle talent sourcing and coordination.
• Supervise on-set operations for seamless collaboration.
• Monitor production budgets and expenses.
• Act as the main liaison between creative team, post-production, and clients.
• Build and maintain a strong network of vendors.
• Ensure smooth operational flow during high-pressure situations.

Skills

Production management

Location scouting

Logistics coordination

Bilingual (Arabic and English)

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Media, Business

Job description

A leading production company in Kuwait City is seeking a Production Manager to oversee and ensure the smooth execution of production processes. This role involves developing schedules, managing budgets, and coordinating logistics across various projects. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of production management experience along with a Bachelor's degree in a related field. A proactive and detail-oriented professional who is fluent in Arabic and English is essential for this position.