Programming Producer / Show Director

Role SummaryWe are seeking a senior Programming Producer / Show Director to lead the creative planning and live delivery of the on-stage programme for a major festival. This role will shape the nightly audience experience, oversee show flow and talent, and ensure every live moment is delivered to a high standard.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan, develop, and direct the complete on-stage programme for each festival night.Create and manage the nightly show flow: host-country opening moments, team or nation takeovers, music, dance, video content, DJ sets, and the drum procession.Lead the creative execution of pre-match entertainment, warm-up moments, half-time shows, and other live programme elements.Coordinate with production, technical, operations, broadcast, and venue teams to deliver each show safely, on time, and to plan.Show-call during live delivery and make real-time decisions when required.Book, brief, schedule, and manage performers, musicians, dancers, cultural acts, DJs, and entertainment partners.Develop running orders, cue sheets, call sheets, rehearsal schedules, and show reports.Lead rehearsals and ensure performers and production partners understand all roles, timings, entrances, exits, and safety requirements.Maintain creative quality and manage programme-related budgets and supplier requirements with the core team.Required SkillsStrong understanding of live show production, rehearsals, running orders, cueing, and on-site show delivery.Strong decision-making skills in a fast-moving live environment.Highly organised and able to coordinate multiple programme elements and diverse teams at the same time.Required QualificationsProven experience as a Show Director, Show Caller, Programming Producer, or similar senior live-events role.Strong background in festivals, concerts, ceremonies, sports entertainment, large-scale events, or live cultural programming.Experience booking and managing performers, artists, musicians, dancers, cultural acts, and entertainment suppliers.Experience RequirementSenior-level experience required in live events show direction/production.