Production Coordinator
TKO, Stamford, CT, United States
Who We Are
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year‑round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry‑leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities
Coordinate day-to-day production logistics for studio-based programming, including pre‑production, live show, and post‑production needs
Prepare and distribute call sheets, production schedules, crew lists, and related documentation
Maintain accurate crew bookings and assignments in internal databases and tracking systems
Liaise with technical managers, production managers, and studio operations to ensure studio readiness and smooth execution of broadcasts
Maintain clear and effective communication with talent, crew and internal team members, addressing any questions, concerns, or changes promptly and professionally
Must be able to work outside of normal business hours, especially during busy times of the season
Provide support to ensure production and client needs are met
Track and reconcile production costs, including crew, facilities, equipment and expenses; flag overages or discrepancies to Production Manager
Provide real-time support during live studio productions, assisting with coordination across departments
Flexibility required for evenings/weekends during peak match periods and live event windows
Troubleshoot and provide support to ad hoc production queries/duties within the department in conjunction with broader production team
You may also be required to carry out any other duties within the reasonable scope of production operation
Excellent coordination and support across productions
Compliance with company procedures as detailed in IMG’s Production Guide
Knowledge and Experience Desirable
Experience supporting live or studio-based productions
Experience in a fast-paced broadcast or production environment
Understanding of cost tracking and production budgeting processes
Previous experience at Production Assistant or Coordinator level
Experience in a client-facing or collaborative team environment
Skills And Abilities
Previous experience of working to deadlines – works well under pressure, managing and prioritizing workload effectively
Microsoft Excel
Smartsheet experience preferred but not required
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Plans ahead and effectively organizes workload
Ability to adapt to various ways of working and working across multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent time management - reliable and punctual
Willingness to learn new systems and processes
Calm under pressure
Positive, professional and pro‑active approach to work effectively as part of a team and independently (without close supervision) – showing initiative
Working Conditions This role is based at IMG Offices, Stamford, CT. This is a permanent contract. Requires weekend working and possible occasional regional/international travel. Flexibility required for evenings/weekends/holidays during peak match periods and live event windows.
TKO EEO Statement TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non‑discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.
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Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities
Coordinate day-to-day production logistics for studio-based programming, including pre‑production, live show, and post‑production needs
Prepare and distribute call sheets, production schedules, crew lists, and related documentation
Maintain accurate crew bookings and assignments in internal databases and tracking systems
Liaise with technical managers, production managers, and studio operations to ensure studio readiness and smooth execution of broadcasts
Maintain clear and effective communication with talent, crew and internal team members, addressing any questions, concerns, or changes promptly and professionally
Must be able to work outside of normal business hours, especially during busy times of the season
Provide support to ensure production and client needs are met
Track and reconcile production costs, including crew, facilities, equipment and expenses; flag overages or discrepancies to Production Manager
Provide real-time support during live studio productions, assisting with coordination across departments
Flexibility required for evenings/weekends during peak match periods and live event windows
Troubleshoot and provide support to ad hoc production queries/duties within the department in conjunction with broader production team
You may also be required to carry out any other duties within the reasonable scope of production operation
Excellent coordination and support across productions
Compliance with company procedures as detailed in IMG’s Production Guide
Knowledge and Experience Desirable
Experience supporting live or studio-based productions
Experience in a fast-paced broadcast or production environment
Understanding of cost tracking and production budgeting processes
Previous experience at Production Assistant or Coordinator level
Experience in a client-facing or collaborative team environment
Skills And Abilities
Previous experience of working to deadlines – works well under pressure, managing and prioritizing workload effectively
Microsoft Excel
Smartsheet experience preferred but not required
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Plans ahead and effectively organizes workload
Ability to adapt to various ways of working and working across multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent time management - reliable and punctual
Willingness to learn new systems and processes
Calm under pressure
Positive, professional and pro‑active approach to work effectively as part of a team and independently (without close supervision) – showing initiative
Working Conditions This role is based at IMG Offices, Stamford, CT. This is a permanent contract. Requires weekend working and possible occasional regional/international travel. Flexibility required for evenings/weekends/holidays during peak match periods and live event windows.
TKO EEO Statement TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non‑discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.
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