- Location
- Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates · published
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Source
- Workable
Description
The Head of Production is responsible for leading and managing all production operations across Wasl Channel. This role oversees the end-to-end delivery of media projects, ensuring productions are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest creative and technical standards.
Key Responsibilities
Production Leadership
-Lead all aspects of production across film, video, photography, digital, social media, and branded content projects.
-Develop production strategies, workflows, and best practices to improve efficiency and quality.
-Build and maintain a high-performing production team, including producers, production managers, coordinators, and freelancers.
-Oversee resource planning and allocation across multiple projects.
Project & Production Management
-Supervise projects from pre-production through post-production and final delivery.
-Ensure production schedules, budgets, and deliverables are effectively managed.
-Review production plans, call sheets, crew requirements, and logistical arrangements.
-Identify and mitigate production risks to ensure smooth project execution.
-Maintain oversight of studio, equipment, and production resources.
Financial Management
-Develop and approve project budgets and cost estimates.
-Monitor production spending and profitability across all projects.
-Negotiate rates and contracts with suppliers, crew, talent, studios, and vendors.
-Ensure accurate project forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting.
Team Leadership & Development
-Recruit, mentor, and develop production staff and freelance talent.
-Foster a collaborative, creative, and solutions-focused culture.
-Conduct performance reviews and support professional development initiatives.