Product Director, Production

About Grass Valley

Grass Valley has been a trusted leader in production and content management solutions for the broadcast and media industry for over 65 years. As our customers navigate evolving challenges in agility, flexibility, and cost reduction while maximizing content quality and asset value, Grass Valley’s Agile Media Processing Platform (AMPP) solutions, including content management and editing tools, are at the forefront of shaping the future of media production.

The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Product Director, Production to lead our Content Management and Editing Product Management groups. This role will play a critical part in defining and executing the vision and strategy for these core areas, ensuring Grass Valley remains the go-to partner for innovative, scalable media production solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership
   • Define and own the product vision and roadmap for Grass Valley’s content management and editing solutions, ensuring alignment with customer needs, market trends, and business objectives.
   • Provide strategic direction to Product Managers, guiding product development priorities and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
2. Product Management Oversight
   • Lead and support the team with the full lifecycle of product development, from concept and design to launch and iteration, ensuring delivery aligns with customer and market requirements.
   • Oversee the integration of content management and editing tools within the AMPP ecosystem, enhancing customer workflows and production capabilities.
3. Commercial Accountability
   • Develop and manage product pricing, packaging, and performance forecasting to meet revenue and growth targets.
   • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create go-to-market strategies, sales enablement materials, and training resources.
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
   • Work closely with engineering, sales, marketing, training, and customer support teams to ensure successful product development, launch, and adoption.
   • Represent the product lines in customer engagements, industry events, and internal meetings to communicate vision and gather feedback.
5. Market Expertise and Innovation
   • Maintain a deep understanding of News and Sports content production workflows, including editing, content management, and publishing.
   • Stay informed about industry trends, customer pain points, and competitive landscapes to drive innovation and differentiation.
6. Team Management
   • Manage and mentor a global team of Product Managers, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and a culture of excellence.

What you’ll need to be successful

Qualifications

1. Experience: 8+ years in product management, with a proven track record in the broadcast or media production industry. Direct experience in News and Sports content production workflows is essential.
2. Leadership: Strong strategic leadership and team management skills, with experience leading cross-functional global teams.
3. Technical Knowledge: Understanding of content management systems, editing tools, and media workflows. Familiarity with cloud-based production platforms is a plus.
4. Commercial Acumen: Proven ability to manage product pricing, packaging, and performance forecasting to drive business outcomes.
5. Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and geographies.
6. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Media Production, Business, or a related field; MBA preferred.

Why Join Grass Valley?

1. Be part of a team shaping the future of media production, enabling agility, flexibility, and efficiency in a rapidly evolving industry.
2. Work with cutting-edge technology, including our industry-leading AMPP solutions.
3. Enjoy a flexible, remote work environment with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Grass Valley is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.