Director Physical Production

This is a Full Time Job

Member Summary:

Quick Summary (full description below):
The Director of Physical Production is responsible for overseeing digital content creation, live event production, and post-production processes for Sphere events, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. The role involves client management, vendor coordination, and leadership across multiple production teams.

Years of Experience Required:
15+ years (180+ Months)

Salary:
$147,000–$205,000 USD per year

Required Experience:
• Extensive production leadership experience in digital content creation and live event productions.
• Experience in client and account management.
• Background with a commercial production agency.
• Expertise in managing large-scale productions (digital, studio, and location-based).

Preferred Skills/Experience:
• Knowledge of large-format/CG/360 content creation.
• Experience in immersive theatrical experiences, broadcast, or streaming formats.
• Strong organizational skills to develop budgets, schedules, and multi-project timelines.

Workplace Requirements:
• Location: On-site in Burbank, CA, with travel to/from Las Vegas as required.
• Ability to work off-hours and weekends as needed in a production environment.

Education Requirements:
Not mentioned.

Hard Skills Required:
• Budgeting and scheduling production processes.
• Proficiency in production tools and creating executive presentations.
• Experience in managing vendor relationships and deliverables.

Soft Skills Required:
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Strategic thinking and creative problem-solving.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to dynamic environments.

Benefits:
Not mentioned.

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Full Posting:

Director, Physical Production
Location: Burbank, CA
Requisition ID: 25669

Company Overview:
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a global leader in live entertainment, managing iconic venues such as Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and the Sphere in Las Vegas. The company produces a wide range of events, including concerts, sports, and immersive theatrical productions.

Role Overview:
The Director of Physical Production will oversee live event productions and digital content creation for Sphere events. This role includes managing client relationships, production budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop production budgets, schedules, and technical requirements for Sphere content creation.
• Act as the primary liaison with clients, managing communications and feedback loops.
• Oversee contract reviews and business terms for content creation projects.
• Lead project meetings to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with internal departments (creative, production, technical) and external vendors.
• Implement tools, best practices, and processes to improve efficiency and quality.

Requirements:
• 15+ years of experience in digital production and live event production, with a diverse portfolio.
• Client and account management expertise.
• Prior experience with a commercial production agency.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with large-format/CG/360 content creation (preferred).
• Flexibility to work off-hours and weekends as needed.

Special Requirements:
• Travel to/from Los Angeles and Las Vegas for client meetings and production logistics.

Pay Range:
$147,000–$205,000 USD per year.