Production Director

About the role

SM Universe (Singapore) is looking for an experienced and highly organised Production Director to lead the end‑to‑end production of a regional K‑pop‑centric survival show. You will be responsible for delivering the programme to the highest creative and operational standards.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all stages of production – pre‑production, production and post‑production – ensuring timelines, budgets and deliverables are met.
• Source, appoint and manage vendors and subcontractors such as filming crews, stage production teams, lighting, audio, editors and designers.
• Develop production schedules, filming plans, rehearsal timelines, call sheets and operational workflows.
• Prepare and manage production budgets, monitor expenditures and negotiate vendor quotations.
• Coordinate with producers, creative teams, trainees, artistes, judges, mentors, sponsors and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, permits, insurance requirements and company policies.
• Oversee editing, graphics, audio and final content delivery to meet episode and digital content deadlines.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Media, Communications, Film, Television Production, Event Management or a related field.
• Relevant experience in television, live entertainment, reality programmes, concerts, large‑scale events or content production.
• Proven experience managing production vendors, contractors and external agencies.
• Strong project management, budgeting and operational planning abilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple workstreams and perform under tight deadlines.

Required skills