Director Studio Production Operations

Sphere Entertainment Group, LLC • Burbank, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Sphere Entertainment Co. is a leader in immersive experiences, technology and media. The Company includes Sphere, an experiential medium powered by advanced technologies. The first Sphere opened in Las Vegas, with a second venue planned for Abu Dhabi. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at www.sphereentertainmentco.com.

Sphere is looking for a production-savvy, fiscally minded and analytical leader with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our Sphere Studios team. The Director Studio Production Operations will act as a trusted extension of the SVP Studio Operations – providing bench strength leadership while driving operational execution and strategic initiatives across Sphere Studios’ content production. This role is responsible for managing production and interdepartmental workflows, from creative concept through to final delivery and the Director will work closely with Studio leaders across Creative & Design, Production, Post, VFX and Show Delivery. This role is pivotal in shaping the Studio’s direction, overseeing high-impact projects and the implementation of core business processes that align with organizational goals and demands.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in production operations and/or production management including budgeting, scheduling, and effectively collaborating across departments at all levels of a production company or studio.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to implement efficient processes.
• Strong analytical and data analysis skills, including proficiency in Excel (e.g., data manipulation, building reports). AI literacy required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong relationship management and the ability to foster and sustain a positive , high-performing work culture; highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Exceptional presentation skills with keen attention to detail, including proficiency in PowerPoint.
• Ability to partner cross-functionally, maintain a positive work culture and effectively navigate a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate a “no ego” mentality; resilient, eager, and professional approach to challenge and desire to advance in the organization.
• Ability to work at the highest strategic level and in a granular capacity, bringing analytic problem solving to the table along with the deep collaboration skills needed to work in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Studio’s Production, Creative and Finance teams to develop and track production and departmental budgets for Experiences, Residencies, Events and Exosphere.
• Partner with Sphere Business Operations on development of SOPs, strategic plans/playbooks, optimization of processes, and resource utilization/planning.
• Drive operational efficiency by overseeing the implementation of operational creative and production management processes to reduce friction points within the Studio.
• Streamline interdepartmental Studio production reporting mechanisms to ensure transparent and accurate project tracking, guaranteeing deliverables and deadlines are achieved.
• Manage feedback mechanisms between Studios departments to ensure seamless communication, coordinate workflows, and resolve issues promptly and align production efforts with project goals.
• Lead key Production Management tasks in support of developing production plans, tools, templates, models, logistics and manuals.
• Lead special projects and strategic content initiatives within the Studio as needed.
• Play a key role in scaling operational capabilities and organizational infrastructure, with the opportunity to take on people leadership responsibilities as the function evolves.

Benefits

• Recognition of the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward.
• Robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers.
• Growth and longevity for employees are top priorities.
• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
• Compliance with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations.
• Consideration of requests for reasonable accommodations as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed