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Head of Production
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Job Description
- Req#: 32402676060
- Lead the full end-to-end production of a long-form episodic content series, from concept to delivery.
- Provide strategic and creative oversight across all of Livewire's custom content productions—ensuring consistency, innovation, and executional excellence.
- Manage relationships with top-tier third-party production partners, unlocking their best work through clear briefing, tight creative alignment, budget management and collaborative leadership.
- Attend and lead shoots across the U.S., acting as Livewire's senior presence on the ground and safeguarding quality at every step.
- Book and coordinate high-profile talent from the gaming and sports worlds in partnership with internal teams, external agencies and client stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the Labs teams to develop branded content ideas that resonate with audiences and deliver on client objectives.
- Ensure all content—across long-form and social-first formats—is optimized for performance and aligned with Livewire's commercial goals.
- Maintain responsibility for production timelines, budgets, scope, and partner communication.
- Lead with positivity and creativity in high-pressure production environments, constantly seeking opportunities for improvement and impact.
- Champion creative consistency and quality across all custom content, ensuring brand alignment and client satisfaction.
- 10+ years of experience leading branded or entertainment content productions, with a proven record of excellence in managing large-scale projects.
- Based in the U.S., with the flexibility and willingness to travel for shoot delivery and partner oversight.
- Demonstrated experience managing third-party production companies and leading award-winning creative through end-to-end delivery.
- Ability to oversee multiple productions simultaneously, maintaining quality and consistency across all outputs.
- Deep understanding of content strategy, platform nuances, and performance optimization across digital and social media.
- Calm, confident, and collaborative leader who thrives under pressure and brings a solutions-first mindset to production challenges.
- Passionate about storytelling, talent, and content that shapes gaming, sport, and entertainment culture.
- Flexible hours and a commitment to work/life balance
- ️ Work from anywhere for 1 month of the year
- Paid office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Celebrate your birthday your way with a paid day off
- A paid day off for World Mental Health Day and subscription to Headspace App
- Monthly contribution to gym membership
- Time off for pawternity care
- Time off to dedicate to a charitable cause of your choice
- Professional development planning with a personal growth roadmap and internal mentor scheme
- Change the face of gaming while also having fun on monthly all team gaming afternoons wearing your favorite Livewire merch!
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
ProductionIndustries
Computer Games and Advertising Services
This range is provided by Livewire. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
$160,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr
Who is Livewire?
Established in 2021 by a skilled team of gaming, technology and marketing leaders who spotted a gap in the market, we are a global research and strategy-first game tech company, bursting with ideas and energy and continuing to grow as a leader in global gaming marketing.
We are kind. We are pioneering. We are effective.
We're leading the way for global brands such as UberEats, Amazon, McDonalds and Warner Brothers to talk to the next generation of consumers through their passion of gaming, utilising all aspects of gaming marketing and gametech including in-game experiences, high-profile influencers, live streaming and more – all relevant to what today's gamers want to see.
We are focused on making a positive global impact on the video game ecosystem by leading the creation and adoption of new gaming marketing and gametech technologies with our clients.
About The Role
Livewire is building a new, best-in-class content production function — and we're hiring a standout Head of Production / Executive Producer to lead it. Based in the U.S., this role will own the end-to-end delivery of a long-form episodic content series featuring top-tier gaming creators, sports stars, and global brands. Beyond this series, you'll provide strategic oversight across all of Livewire's custom content opportunities—ensuring creative excellence, commercial viability, and flawless delivery on every brief.
You'll be the senior production lead — managing external production companies, overseeing shoots nationwide, and guiding the creative through every stage of the process. This is a high visibility, high-impact role for someone who thrives in complex production environments and brings out the best in partners and teams.
What You Will Do
What You Will Need
What We Offer!
Pay Range:
$160,000-180,000
We are an equal opportunity employer focused on building a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values equality, equity and diversity and where everyone can have their voices heard. This means hiring and developing talent across all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, gender identities, sexual orientations and abilities. If you need any additional support for your application experience, please let us know.
We look forward to hearing from you. Let's play!
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