Director, Operations

This is a Full Time Job

Role Overview: Director, Operations
We are an independent film distribution company dedicated to bold storytelling, cultural impact, and supporting visionary filmmakers. The Director of Operations will drive day-to-day operations and long-term strategic execution across our verticals. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will oversee internal systems, production workflows, cross-functional initiatives and overall business infrastructure. You'll partner with leadership across acquisitions, marketing, and finance to build systems that support ambitious theatrical releases and groundbreaking media campaigns.

Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement and refine operational frameworks that align with company goals across all departments.
Lead cross-functional planning and quarterly goal-setting; ensure departmental alignment with strategic priorities.
Manage internal process design, including staffing, release planning, and post-release analysis.
Partner closely with our Head of Production to design and implement scalable systems and workflows for the film pipeline-from pre-production through theatrical and home entertainment distribution.
Act as operational liaison between internal teams (e.g. marketing, creative, finance) and external vendors, ensuring smooth coordination of deliverables.
Proactively identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, consistency, and scalability across all content delivery and campaign execution processes.
Help build and manage a high-performing operations team that collaborates across departments
Drive recruiting, onboarding and professional development programs in collaboration with HR and leadership.
Work with Finance and Legal to ensure budgets, contracts and vendor relationships are properly scoped and executed.
Monitor department-level budgets and provide strategic guidance on financial allocations.
Oversee tools, platforms and infrastructure vendors that enable the business.

Required Qualifications
BA/BS required; MBA or equivalent experience a plus
7+ years of experience in operations, business strategy or production management in media, entertainment or a high-growth creative company
Proven ability to lead and scale operational systems in dynamic, entrepreneurial environments
Exceptional project management skills with attention to detail and strong executional discipline
Passion for independent film, emerging media platforms, and bold creative work
Experience writing creative briefs and managing agency partners from concept to execution

Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000, DPE
Comprehensive benefits package

Project & Company Brief
We're seeking an exceptional Director of Operations to architect and scale our operational infrastructure. This pivotal role will empower our company to execute complex distributions with precision and integrity, enabling bold storytelling to reach global audiences. Ideal candidates will bring strategic rigor, strong creative collaboration and a passion for reshaping independent film distribution in a fast-evolving media landscape.