Production Manager, Saudi Pro League

Job description

Responsibilities: Manage day‑to‑day production logistics for matches ensuring efficient, on‑budget delivery and compliance with health & safety guidelines. Serve as main contact for ad‑hoc productions and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Manage programme budgets, cost reports, forecasts and prepare quarterly finance reports for the Production Executive and accountant. Work with the Production Executive and Senior Producers on scheduling and staffing needs for all programmes. Coordinate with internal departments (legal, HR, finance, immigration) to secure visas and work permits for staff, suppliers and freelancers. Build effective relationships with external facility providers and suppliers, maintaining communication and troubleshooting delays. Disseminate production reports, analyze gaps and trends. Attend meetings with Executive Producer, Production Executive, Producers and Directors to keep schedules on track and address issues. Lead production meetings to communicate information, acknowledge achievements and discuss challenges. Advise Production Executive/Head of Production on potential problems, especially those affecting schedule and budget, and propose solutions. Mentor and develop production staff, delegating tasks and empowering additional responsibilities. Manage a team of Production Coordinators and Assistants transparently, demonstrating leadership. Establish new processes and improve workflow. Support day‑to‑day operational demands of producers, ensuring risk assessments are created and followed. Ensure health and safety procedures are adhered to and proper documentation is in place. Ensure freelancers are contracted according to local guidelines.

Requirements

• proficient dealing with broadcasters
• previous experience in a similar role
• ability to produce a production budget
• knowledge of rights and clearances, production workflows, insurance and health & safety responsibilities
• good Excel skills
• organized, efficient and resilient to oversee multiple projects
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• experience managing junior admin team members
• understanding of UK or international TV industries
• ability to work without direct supervision
• good client liaison skills
• Health & Safety Production Training
• fluency in Arabic is advantageous

Skills