Production Director 2

Deka Minas Pty Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 734 000 - 2 603 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media production company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a highly experienced Production Director II to lead high-profile media content production. Responsibilities include managing complex projects, supervising production teams, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a media-related field and at least 10 years of experience in media production, preferably in the GCC region or oil and gas industry.

Qualifications

• 10 years in media production, directing high-visibility corporate communication projects.
• Experience in GCC countries or hydrocarbon/oil and gas industry preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce, write, develop, and direct media content supporting corporate communications.
• Supervise production teams through all phases of production.
• Direct live and non-scripted multi-camera assignments.

Skills

Media production

Project management

Scriptwriting

Cross-functional team leadership

Creative treatments development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a media-related field

Tools

Single and multi-camera setups

Job description

Overview

Please note this position is based in Saudi Arabia, the Middle East. All relocation costs are covered.

We are seeking a highly experienced Production Director II to lead the production of high-profile media content supporting all aspects of Saudi Aramco’s corporate communications. The successful candidate will be responsible for directing complex production projects, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables across a wide range of assignments—including non-scripted, multi-camera productions and live events.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce, write, develop, and direct media content supporting Saudi Aramco’s operations across Saudi Arabia.


• Supervise production teams through all phases of the production and post-production process.


• Direct and oversee live and non-scripted, multi-camera assignments such as campaigns, inaugurations, and events using mobile production equipment.


• Collaborate with Saudi Aramco stakeholders to align creative outputs with project objectives.


• Manage project goals, production schedules, and delivery timelines.


• Maintain compliance with all health and safety regulations during production, especially in remote or industrial environments.


• Source and direct on-screen talent including actors, extras, models, and voice-over artists.


• Oversee risk assessments and ensure all activities meet local customs and industry safety standards.


• Ensure all produced content complies with licensing, rights, and copyright requirements.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a media-related field (Film, Media Studies, Communications, or equivalent).


• Minimum of 10 years in media production, directing high-visibility corporate communication projects across diverse industry sectors.


• Proven experience producing in GCC countries or within the hydrocarbon/oil and gas industry is preferred.


• Strong background in scriptwriting and developing creative treatments.


• Demonstrated success in leading production crews under challenging and remote conditions.


• Proficiency in operating and managing single and multi-camera setups.


• In-depth knowledge of post-production workflows, including editing, sound, and graphics.


• Experienced in licensing, rights management, and copyright clearances.


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.


• Proven creative portfolio or video showreel.