Sr. Director, Production and Design

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Overview:

The Senior Director, Production & Design will lead global print and digital publishing initiatives that bring IP to fans worldwide. This role oversees the full creative and production pipeline, including visual design, editorial alignment, vendor management, and delivery of world-class publishing across a variety of formats. This leader will drive creative excellence, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring every published and licensed work adheres to brand, quality, and market goals. This is a high-visibility role. It requires deep creative instincts and remarkable partnership skills. You must be able to collaborate with talent and stakeholders. This includes working across multiple departments and divisions. The goal is to achieve growth targets.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead a global production and design strategy for entire publishing program.
• Define standards for visual design and product formats.
• Partner with IP stakeholders and franchise leads to align publishing with studio priorities.
• Evaluate new formats, technologies, and workflows that unlock growth in publishing.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of designers, production editors/managers and freelancers. 
• Own production budgets, timelines, schedules and resource planning.
• Establish scalable workflows, templates, and design guidelines.
• Promote a culture of creativity, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Manage file delivery for different publishing categories and formats, including digital and print.
• Collaborate with publishing partners on best-in-class print production, color management, typography, and material choices.
• Ensure all products meet safety, legal, accuracy, accessibility and brand requirements worldwide.

 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS) and/or equivalent design education.    
• 10+ years working within the publishing industry with demonstrated experience designing/producing branded or media-driven titles and managing a high-performing team.
• Solid track record managing complex creative relationships and licensor approvals.
• Mastery of Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign as well as proficiency in MSOffice platforms.
• Domestic & International Travel may be required.

 

Additional Qualifications:

• Solid comprehension of production processes, adhering to budgets, and best in class manufacturing practices.
• Established relationships with illustrators, agents, and publishers across a variety of categories.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-moving environment; Flexible and able to adapt to diverse projects and competing priorities.

 

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 

Hiring Salary Range: $150,000.00 - 175,000.00. 

 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligi