Visionary Senior Lead Production Manager – Live Events

Placements24; Midrand; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive remuneration with bonuses

Health insurance

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Lead Production Manager to oversee large-scale live entertainment productions in Midrand, Gauteng. The role demands exceptional leadership, meticulous planning, and a proven track record in managing complex logistics from concept to completion.

You will collaborate with creative directors, artists, and stakeholders to realise the artistic vision within budget and schedule, while leading diverse production teams and maintaining peak safety

Qualifications

• 10+ years progressive experience in production management in arts/entertainment.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role.

Responsabilités

• Develop and manage production plans, budgets, and schedules for multiple events.
• Lead and mentor production teams including technical staff and logistics coordinators.
• Oversee venue management, equipment procurement, and vendor relations.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and security protocols across sites.
• Collaborate with creative directors and stakeholders to realise artistic vision within constraints.
• Manage crises and implement contingency plans to minimise disruption.
• Conduct post‑production analysis and report performance metrics.

Connaissances

Leadership

Budget management

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Team mentorship

Formation

Production Management degree or theatre arts related

Outils

MS Project

Budgeting tools

Description du poste

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Lead Production Manager to oversee large-scale live entertainment productions in Midrand, Gauteng. The role demands exceptional leadership, meticulous planning, and a proven track record in managing complex logistics from concept to completion.

You will collaborate with creative directors, artists, and stakeholders to realise the artistic vision within budget and schedule, while leading diverse production teams and maintaining peak safety