Director, Production Operations at Comcast

Core Responsibilities 

Production Strategy & Planning 

• Develop and implement operational plans that support Comcast’s studio and remote production goals. 

• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and budgeting to ensure efficient and on-time delivery of productions. 

• Partner with creative and technical leadership to forecast resource needs and align production capacity with demand. 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and increase production efficiency. 

Studio & Remote Production Oversight 

• Help lead day-to-day operations across Comcast’s studio and remote production environments. 

• Ensure all productions—live and recorded—meet established quality, technical, and safety standards. 

• Coordinate logistics for remote shoots, including crew assignments, equipment transport, and on-site setup. 

• Collaborate with engineering and technical operations to maintain readiness and reliability of production systems. 

Team Leadership & Collaboration 

• Help manage and develop a team of production managers, coordinators, contractors, agencies and technical staff. 

• Foster strong collaboration between studio teams, field operations, and creative partners. 

• Serve as a key liaison to internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure smooth execution of projects. 

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning within the production team. 

Vendor, Resource & Budget Management 

• Oversee relationships with production vendors, freelancers, and equipment suppliers. 

• Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring service quality and adherence to budget. 

• Monitor operating expenses and identify cost-savings opportunities without compromising quality. 

• Maintain accurate asset and inventory records for production facilities and remote kits. 

Operational Excellence & Innovation 

• Implement best practices for production planning, documentation, and reporting. 

• Leverage technology and data to improve scheduling, communication, and quality control. 

• Identify opportunities to adopt new tools and techniques to enhance Comcast’s production capabilities. 

• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production throughput, quality, and cost efficiency. 

Qualifications 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Production, Media, Communications, or related field. 

• 8+ years of experience in studio and/or remote production management, with increasing leadership responsibility. 

• Proven success overseeing live and recorded productions from planning through delivery. 

• Strong operational and logistical expertise, including crew management, scheduling, and budgeting. 

• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with experience managing large, cross-functional teams. 

• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail. 

Preferred: 

• Experience with large-scale or broadcast production environments. 

• Technical understanding of production equipment, remote workflows, and control room operations. 

• Experience managing vendor relationships and production contracts.