Kathmandu: Fixed Term Production Manager (9 Month Maternity Leave)

Kathmandu: Fixed Term Production Manager (9 Month Maternity Leave) Posted Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 12:00 pm | Expires Tuesday 18 August 2026 at 11:59 am Are you passionate about bringing creative ideas to life through world-class photography and video production? Do you thrive managing multiple projects, collaborating with creative teams, and delivering exceptional content that elevates a global brand? Our Brand Marketing Team is looking for an experienced, highly organised and collaborative Production Manager to lead the end-to-end production of photography and video assets across campaigns, eCommerce and digital channels. Why You’ll Love Working With Us At Kathmandu, we believe your job should enrich your life — not just fill your time. When you join our team, you get access to a range of genuinely valuable benefits: A brand with purpose We are B Corp certified — sustainability and people are at the heart of everything we do. Work for a business that prioritises protecting the planet and giving back. Generous staff discounts across Kathmandu and Rip Curl. Access to additional perks across our wider brand family. Grow with us Meaningful career opportunities across stores, support offices, and distribution in Australia and New Zealand. Pathways into more departments. A culture built on teamwork and adventure Work alongside people who share your passion for the outdoors. Be part of a supportive, fun and inclusive team environment. As our Production Manager , you'll be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering photography and video productions that support Kathmandu's brand, marketing, eCommerce and digital objectives. Reporting to the Head of Brand Marketing, you'll oversee the entire production process from briefing and planning through to shoot execution, post-production and final asset delivery. You'll work closely with Creative, Marketing, Digital and Product teams while managing relationships with agencies, production partners, photographers, videographers, talent and suppliers. You will: Lead the end-to-end production of photography and video assets across campaigns, eCommerce and digital channels. Develop detailed production plans, timelines, budgets and shoot schedules. Coordinate studio and location shoots, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Manage photographers, videographers, stylists, talent, production crews and agency partners. Oversee production budgets and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and value. Negotiate supplier rates and manage contracts with external partners. Coordinate post-production workflows, including retouching, editing, approvals and asset delivery. Partner with Creative, Marketing, Digital and Product teams to bring campaigns and content strategies to life. Lead project intake and consultation processes, translating business requests into actionable production plans. Ensure digital assets are organised, accessible and effectively managed across systems. Act as the key production contact for eCommerce photography requirements. Champion innovative production approaches and stay current with emerging industry trends and technologies. Every day presents an opportunity to create inspiring content, collaborate with talented teams, and help more people discover the outdoors through the Kathmandu brand. What We’re Looking For… You’ll thrive in this role if you: Have 5+ years' experience in photography, film, content production or a similar production management role. Have proven experience delivering commercial photo and video production projects from briefing through to activation. Are highly organised with exceptional project management and planning skills. Bring strong budget management and supplier negotiation experience. Have experience managing multiple stakeholders and balancing competing priorities. Possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Have experience working across marketing, brand, digital or eCommerce environments. Have knowledge of digital asset management systems and production workflows. Are proficient in Excel and familiar with Adobe Creative Suite. Are solutions-focused, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy collaborating with both internal teams and external creative partners. Experience within retail, outdoor, apparel or lifestyle brands will be highly regarded. About Kathmandu… Kathmandu is a leading global outdoor brand whose journey began in Aotearoa, New Zealand in 1987. We believe out there is where we thrive. It liberates, challenges, and inspires us. Our gear is built to empower, so more people can embrace adventure. It’s tested in New Zealand’s wildest conditions — because if it performs here, it can handle anywhere. As a proud certified B Corp, we prioritise people and planet in everything we do — out of respect for the natural world that inspires us. Our pioneering approach to sustainable innovation ensures every product is built to perform and made with a lighter impact on the environment. We've been out there for almost 40 years living our best lives. Now you can too. Join us on our mission to improve the wellbeing of the world through the great outdoors. Ready to Start Your Next Adventure? If you're passionate about creating great customer experiences and love the idea of inspiring others to explore the outdoors, we want to meet you. Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at KMD Brands At KMD Brands, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people — across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and physical and mental ability. We know that when our team reflects the communities we serve, we create better outcomes for everyone. We proudly acknowledge and pay respect to Tangata Whenua, the Indigenous Nations, First Peoples, and Custodians of the lands and waterways on which our brand head offices reside in Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and the United States. Their enduring connection to land, waters, and culture continues to inspire and guide us. #J-18808-Ljbffr