Director of Production
The Nagler Group, Norwood, MA, United States
Director of Production
Director of Marketing Norwood, Massachusetts Perm 130000 Mar 11, 2026 $130000.00 - $170000.00
Director of Production – Live Events
Location:
Greater Boston Area Travel:
Approximately 15–20% Compensation:
$130,000 – $150,000 base salary A leading experiential marketing and event production organization in the Greater Boston area is seeking a
Director of Production
to lead the strategy, execution, and operational excellence of large-scale live event programs. This senior leadership role sits at the center of event delivery—bringing together
creative vision, production expertise, and team leadership
to guide complex, high-impact experiences from early concept development through onsite execution and post-event wrap-up. The Director of Production also plays a key role in shaping the production organization itself, improving processes, mentoring team members, and ensuring teams have the tools and support needed to deliver exceptional work. This role is ideal for an experienced event production leader who thrives in a
fast-paced, collaborative environment
and enjoys balancing client strategy, operational leadership, and team development. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Partner with clients to define the
strategic and creative direction
of events, ensuring alignment with brand and business objectives Serve as a
senior client-facing leader , guiding conversations, presenting concepts, and building long-term relationships Contribute to solution design and event strategies that deliver measurable impact Oversee the
full lifecycle of live, in-person events , from concept development through onsite execution and reconciliation Lead all production elements including
A/V, staging, lighting, scenic design, run-of-show development, rehearsals, and onsite operations Build and manage
scopes of work, timelines, budgets, and production schedules Coordinate multiple project workstreams to ensure alignment with overall event goals Anticipate risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure seamless execution Manage vendor relationships, talent and entertainment logistics, and cross-functional production teams Partner with account teams to ensure
accurate post-event reconciliation and financial management Operational Excellence
Partner with senior leadership to guide
production department operations and communication Evaluate and refine production workflows to improve efficiency and client service Drive adoption of new
tools, technologies, and operational processes Improve budget management practices and financial tracking systems Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to strengthen internal team collaboration Develop thoughtful
staffing plans
that align team strengths with project needs Monitor team capacity and workload planning Lead
onboarding, training, and professional development
for production staff Mentor team members and provide ongoing coaching and feedback Foster a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team culture Qualifications
10+ years of experience in live event production , experiential marketing agencies, or similar environments Proven ability to lead
large-scale programs and cross-functional teams Strong financial management experience including
budget development and oversight Demonstrated success in
client leadership, project management, and operational execution Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organized and comfortable operating in
fast-paced, deadline-driven environments Experience supporting
executive presentations, event technology, video formats, or multimedia production
is a plus Familiarity with
SharePoint, Microsoft O365, and project management tools
preferred Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account with employer contribution 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off and paid holidays Paid family leave Short- and long-term disability coverage Wellness resources and discounted fitness memberships
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Greater Boston Area Travel:
Approximately 15–20% Compensation:
$130,000 – $150,000 base salary A leading experiential marketing and event production organization in the Greater Boston area is seeking a
Director of Production
to lead the strategy, execution, and operational excellence of large-scale live event programs. This senior leadership role sits at the center of event delivery—bringing together
creative vision, production expertise, and team leadership
to guide complex, high-impact experiences from early concept development through onsite execution and post-event wrap-up. The Director of Production also plays a key role in shaping the production organization itself, improving processes, mentoring team members, and ensuring teams have the tools and support needed to deliver exceptional work. This role is ideal for an experienced event production leader who thrives in a
fast-paced, collaborative environment
and enjoys balancing client strategy, operational leadership, and team development. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Partner with clients to define the
strategic and creative direction
of events, ensuring alignment with brand and business objectives Serve as a
senior client-facing leader , guiding conversations, presenting concepts, and building long-term relationships Contribute to solution design and event strategies that deliver measurable impact Oversee the
full lifecycle of live, in-person events , from concept development through onsite execution and reconciliation Lead all production elements including
A/V, staging, lighting, scenic design, run-of-show development, rehearsals, and onsite operations Build and manage
scopes of work, timelines, budgets, and production schedules Coordinate multiple project workstreams to ensure alignment with overall event goals Anticipate risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure seamless execution Manage vendor relationships, talent and entertainment logistics, and cross-functional production teams Partner with account teams to ensure
accurate post-event reconciliation and financial management Operational Excellence
Partner with senior leadership to guide
production department operations and communication Evaluate and refine production workflows to improve efficiency and client service Drive adoption of new
tools, technologies, and operational processes Improve budget management practices and financial tracking systems Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to strengthen internal team collaboration Develop thoughtful
staffing plans
that align team strengths with project needs Monitor team capacity and workload planning Lead
onboarding, training, and professional development
for production staff Mentor team members and provide ongoing coaching and feedback Foster a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team culture Qualifications
10+ years of experience in live event production , experiential marketing agencies, or similar environments Proven ability to lead
large-scale programs and cross-functional teams Strong financial management experience including
budget development and oversight Demonstrated success in
client leadership, project management, and operational execution Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organized and comfortable operating in
fast-paced, deadline-driven environments Experience supporting
executive presentations, event technology, video formats, or multimedia production
is a plus Familiarity with
SharePoint, Microsoft O365, and project management tools
preferred Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account with employer contribution 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off and paid holidays Paid family leave Short- and long-term disability coverage Wellness resources and discounted fitness memberships
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