Director of Production

TH Experiential; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus system

401K package

Comprehensive Medical and Dental insurance

Generous paid time off

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

A leading experiential agency based in New York is seeking a Director of Production to manage the full production lifecycle, from award through closeout. The role involves shaping and operationalizing production models, nurturing in-house talent, and overseeing a trusted vendor ecosystem. Candidates should have 8–12 years in experiential production with proven leadership and strong financial acumen. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in experiential production, leading complex activations for major brands.
• Deep hands-on expertise across fabrication, technical production, logistics.
• Proven leadership managing and developing Producers.
• Strong operational and financial acumen, including budgeting, margin management, and P&L oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full production lifecycle from award through closeout.
• Build and lead TH's next-generation Producer team.
• Oversee sourcing, bidding, fabrication, logistics, onsite execution.
• Collaborate with leadership to refine workflows, SOPs, and production systems.

Skills

Operational acumen

Leadership skills

Team management

Production processes expertise

Cross-functional communication

Willingness to travel

Job description

TH Experiential is seeking a Director of Production as a pivotal agency leader responsible for elevating how TH delivers its work operationally, creatively, and culturally. This role owns the full production lifecycle from award through closeout, ensuring seamless execution, strong financial stewardship, and delivery that consistently meets the agency’s standards and client expectations. Working closely with leadership, the Director of Production will shape and operationalize the next generation of TH’s production model—establishing the right blend of in-house talent and freelance producers, refining workflows, strengthening SOPs, and optimizing the systems that allow teams to produce with clarity, consistency, and confidence. Equal parts hands‑on operator and builder, the Director of Production will inspire collaboration, drive accountability, and play a central role in scaling TH’s production capability for the agency’s next chapter.

About the Company

TH Experiential is a creatively‑led experiential agency built on craft, collaboration, and trusted client partnership. Since 2006, we’ve helped leading global brands create culturally resonant, meticulously produced experiences that blend storytelling, design, and real‑world impact. From large‑scale live events to digital extensions and streaming, we bring deep 360° activation expertise to partners including Unilever, Sephora, McDonald’s, L’Oréal, eBay, DoorDash, IKEA, and Nike—delivering work that shapes culture and creates moments to remember. As experiential demand accelerates, TH is entering its next chapter of intentional growth. We’re evolving our team, leadership, and operational foundation to support a growing slate of integrated programs and elevate how we deliver for clients. For leaders who love to build, this is an opportunity to help shape what comes next—joining a purpose‑driven, creatively thriving environment with strong production and operational foundations in place and meaningful room to refine, optimize, and scale.

Responsibilities

• Production Capability & Project Leadership
• Lead the full production lifecycle from award through closeout, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery with support from full‑time and freelance Producers.
• Lead aligned RFPs and client activations, including budgets, timelines, schedules, and core production documents.
• Manage and grow a trusted vendor ecosystem delivering high‑quality, value‑driven results; oversee budget integrity, expenses, and P&Ls.
• Travel as needed to support onsite execution.
• Production Team Management & Development
• Build and lead TH’s next‑generation Producer team, establishing the right mix of full‑time and freelance talent.
• Mentor and manage Producers to ensure consistent standards, strong delivery, and timely completion of financial and administrative tasks.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational rigor.
• Assess and optimize current‑state Production processes, workflows, and SOPs.
• Oversee sourcing, bidding, fabrication, logistics, and onsite execution, ensuring quality and cost alignment.
• Lead vendor negotiations and closeout activities; ensure projects meet margin and profitability goals.
• Strategic & Financial Stewardship
• Engage directly with executive leadership on key growth initiatives and strategies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional leaders to drive agency, client, and team success; partner with Creative to ensure alignment between design intent, materials, budget, and execution.
• Lead production’s role in new business efforts, including budgeting, feasibility, and client‑facing confidence‑building.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in experiential production, leading complex activations for major brands.
• Deep hands‑on expertise across fabrication, technical production, logistics, permitting, vendor management, and onsite execution.
• Proven leadership managing and developing full‑time and freelance Producers.
• Strong operational and financial acumen, including budgeting, margin management, and P&L oversight.
• Robust vendor and fabricator network with strong negotiation and relationship skills.
• Experience shaping production strategy for pitches, RFPs, feasibility, and budgeting.
• Ability to translate creative vision into executable production plans; strong cross‑functional communicator.
• Calm, solutions‑oriented operator who thrives in fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environments.
• Self‑directed, detail‑oriented, strong follow‑through, and willing to travel as needed.

Required Skills

• Strong operational and financial acumen.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Ability to mentor and manage teams.
• Expertise in production processes and workflows.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with major global brands.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environments.

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive salary range based on experience. Annual bonus system and 401K package after one year of employment. Comprehensive Medical and Dental insurance package. Generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick/personal days, comp time, and remote work flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Statement

TH Experiential is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.