Wave Sports & Entertainment
Associate Producer, Originals
Wave Sports & Entertainment, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Title: Associate Producer, Originals
Reporting to: Executive Producer | Producer
Classification: Part-time, Temporary. Opportunity for full-time as team-needs scale.
Location: Hybrid in Los Angeles, CA
Compensation: $2,900 - $3,300 / bi-weekly
Company Summary Wave Sports & Entertainment (Wave) is the leader in sports storytelling for the next generation reaching more than 130 million highly engaged followers globally. Wave’s award-winning, original programming is led by some of the most popular athletes and personalities in sports media -- including the hit digital series’ “New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce,” “Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce,” “Podcast P with Paul George,” and “7PM in Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony”, “Straight to Cam with Cameron Brink and Sydel Curry-Lee” -- dishing out entertaining commentary, unique perspectives, expert analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories about the players and events that are shaping the world of sports. Wave also holds partnerships with 100+ rights holders and sports properties, providing always-on programming to followers of the internet's largest and most engaged social communities.
Wave’s 5 Core Company Values
Simplify and Get It Done
Master Your Craft
Practice Hospitality
Be Direct
Fearlessly Pursue New Ideas
Responsibilities
Contribute to the episodic creative and operational production of talk-centric shows
Support Producers and Executive Producers in crafting the show's unique tone and outlines
Build pre-show research packets to aid content ideation and create engaging show rundowns
Take organized and time-coded notes during taping sessions
Collaborate with the sales team to manage, track, and produce ad reads
Draft editorial and promotional copy for each show, ensuring seamless integration within episodes
Source timely news for segments through outreach to contributors and secure clearance approvals
Assist in booking guests and ensure their technical setups are ready for recording
Source and procure show assets, including submitting tickets for graphics and thumbnails
Create compelling HED/DEK titles for YouTube and audio platforms, and draft timecodes for YouTube shorts
Program and publish cutdowns and full episodes for YouTube and podcast channels daily
Work alongside Producers and Video Editors to meet deadlines and uphold WSE’s voice and editorial standards
Assist Producers and EPs with scheduling meetings and communicating with stakeholders
Manage recording logistics, including supporting the setup and technical settings of recording software
Maintain and update show schedules and folder organization
Oversee and track approvals from all stakeholders
Qualifications
1-3 years of experience coordinating compelling digital content and supporting talk-based comedy, entertainment and culturally driven shows.
A highly creative storyteller with the ability to write, produce, manage, and execute projects from start to finish in a fast-paced newsroom environment
Proficiency in project management and content software (e.g., Asana, Riverside, Google Suite)
Ability to conduct thorough research and source relevant content
Proactive, with the ability to anticipate obstacles and problem-solve under pressure
Strong production experience organizing production workflows, assets, and talent schedules
Excellent project management skills, including scheduling and maintaining show timelines and deliverables
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong grasp of digital media trends, internet culture, and audience engagement
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
Pay Transparency + Benefits
This role is a full-time freelance position with a base salary range of $2,900 - $3,300 / bi-weekly. Actual salary at the time of offer may vary based on multiple factors, including an individual's experience level and qualifications
Physical Requirements + Work Environment
Capacity to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, software, and hardware
The ability to communicate and exchange information clearly and accurately.
Work is sedentary and involves sitting for the majority of work hours
Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 30 pounds
Able to work full-time M-F and nights and weekends as needed
A hybrid work environment, combining remote work with in-person collaboration in Santa Monica or New York City
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions and work is performed in a business office environment
The worker may be exposed to variable lighting conditions (brightness or darkness) and noise during production when in the office
Equal Employment Opportunity At Wave Sports & Entertainment, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.
We are a Bullpen Sports Network, Inc. affiliate company.
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Reporting to: Executive Producer | Producer
Classification: Part-time, Temporary. Opportunity for full-time as team-needs scale.
Location: Hybrid in Los Angeles, CA
Compensation: $2,900 - $3,300 / bi-weekly
Company Summary Wave Sports & Entertainment (Wave) is the leader in sports storytelling for the next generation reaching more than 130 million highly engaged followers globally. Wave’s award-winning, original programming is led by some of the most popular athletes and personalities in sports media -- including the hit digital series’ “New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce,” “Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce,” “Podcast P with Paul George,” and “7PM in Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony”, “Straight to Cam with Cameron Brink and Sydel Curry-Lee” -- dishing out entertaining commentary, unique perspectives, expert analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories about the players and events that are shaping the world of sports. Wave also holds partnerships with 100+ rights holders and sports properties, providing always-on programming to followers of the internet's largest and most engaged social communities.
Wave’s 5 Core Company Values
Simplify and Get It Done
Master Your Craft
Practice Hospitality
Be Direct
Fearlessly Pursue New Ideas
Responsibilities
Contribute to the episodic creative and operational production of talk-centric shows
Support Producers and Executive Producers in crafting the show's unique tone and outlines
Build pre-show research packets to aid content ideation and create engaging show rundowns
Take organized and time-coded notes during taping sessions
Collaborate with the sales team to manage, track, and produce ad reads
Draft editorial and promotional copy for each show, ensuring seamless integration within episodes
Source timely news for segments through outreach to contributors and secure clearance approvals
Assist in booking guests and ensure their technical setups are ready for recording
Source and procure show assets, including submitting tickets for graphics and thumbnails
Create compelling HED/DEK titles for YouTube and audio platforms, and draft timecodes for YouTube shorts
Program and publish cutdowns and full episodes for YouTube and podcast channels daily
Work alongside Producers and Video Editors to meet deadlines and uphold WSE’s voice and editorial standards
Assist Producers and EPs with scheduling meetings and communicating with stakeholders
Manage recording logistics, including supporting the setup and technical settings of recording software
Maintain and update show schedules and folder organization
Oversee and track approvals from all stakeholders
Qualifications
1-3 years of experience coordinating compelling digital content and supporting talk-based comedy, entertainment and culturally driven shows.
A highly creative storyteller with the ability to write, produce, manage, and execute projects from start to finish in a fast-paced newsroom environment
Proficiency in project management and content software (e.g., Asana, Riverside, Google Suite)
Ability to conduct thorough research and source relevant content
Proactive, with the ability to anticipate obstacles and problem-solve under pressure
Strong production experience organizing production workflows, assets, and talent schedules
Excellent project management skills, including scheduling and maintaining show timelines and deliverables
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong grasp of digital media trends, internet culture, and audience engagement
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
Pay Transparency + Benefits
This role is a full-time freelance position with a base salary range of $2,900 - $3,300 / bi-weekly. Actual salary at the time of offer may vary based on multiple factors, including an individual's experience level and qualifications
Physical Requirements + Work Environment
Capacity to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, software, and hardware
The ability to communicate and exchange information clearly and accurately.
Work is sedentary and involves sitting for the majority of work hours
Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 30 pounds
Able to work full-time M-F and nights and weekends as needed
A hybrid work environment, combining remote work with in-person collaboration in Santa Monica or New York City
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions and work is performed in a business office environment
The worker may be exposed to variable lighting conditions (brightness or darkness) and noise during production when in the office
Equal Employment Opportunity At Wave Sports & Entertainment, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.
We are a Bullpen Sports Network, Inc. affiliate company.
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