Senior Production Manager
Location: London
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £62,500 per annum
About the Company
A global experiential agency crafting design-led events and innovative brand activations for clients worldwide. Working across IRL, hybrid, and virtual environments, the team delivers high-impact experiences with exceptional production standards.
The agency partners with global brands including Amazon, Braze, Snap, Roku, and Live Nation, delivering activations both domestically and internationally.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Production Manager to join a London-based team. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for delivering large-scale global experiential projects to an exceptional standard.
You will work closely with studio, producers, and the wider production team to manage projects from concept through to onsite execution and reconciliation. International and domestic travel will be required.
Versatility is essential - you must be confident delivering both live (IRL) and virtual/hybrid projects, adapting your approach to support the team and ensure projects meet the highest creative and production standards.
Key Responsibilities
Production Management
Lead the production management process across multiple global projects
Manage onsite execution including build, install, live delivery, and de-rig
Conduct detailed site surveys and supplier briefings
Assess technical feasibility of client briefs
Produce production schedules and supporting documentation
Commercial & Budget Ownership
Manage production budgets and negotiate supplier costs
Work closely with project leads to ensure commercially successful delivery
Ensure projects are delivered within cost, time, and quality constraints
Complete full project reconciliation including expenses
Operational Oversight
Oversee warehouse standards and stock management
Manage logistics including load-lists, deliveries, and collections
Ensure efficient pre-production planning and execution
Collaboration & Leadership
Build strong internal and external relationships
Liaise confidently with clients onsite
Guide and mentor junior team members
Lead supplier debriefs and share project learnings
Identify risks and escalate critical issues appropriately
Health & Safety
Manage H&S processes and compliance
Collate third-party documentation
Contract H&S specialists where required
Requirements
Minimum 5 years' agency experience
At least 2 years in a Senior Production Manager or similar role
Proven track record delivering international experiential campaigns
Strong IRL and virtual/hybrid production experience
Experience managing large-scale builds and installations
Commercially astute with budget ownership experience
Skills & Technical Knowledge
Core Skills
Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Excellent organisational and time management abilities
Flexible, adaptable, and able to multitask
Analytical and solution-focused
Strong risk management capability
High attention to detail
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of event production technology, materials, and construction techniques
Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings
Vectorworks proficiency
Filming, live streaming, and broadcast knowledge
Digital platform experience
Apple (Mac) systems
Apple Keynote Collaborate
Microsoft Office
Google G-Suite
Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation
Benefits
Discretionary bonus (based on business and personal performance)
22 days annual leave
Hybrid working: Monday & Friday WFH, Tues-Thurs in office
Additional 18 bookable remote days
Company mobile (US & UK number)
Apple laptop
Vitality Health Medical Insurance
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