Managing Producer, SEC Network

Position Summary
The Managing Producer will be responsible for the logistical coordination and element distribution strategy and execution for the SEC Network Studio Production, both in Charlotte as well as remote productions. Additionally, working with internal and external partners, most notably the Southwestern Conference in molding the content relationship with our partners. This position will focus primarily on SEC Network studio productions. Additional responsibilities may include SEC Digital, SEC social and ESPN Audio/SECN simulcast productions.

Responsibilities

Plan ahead for major events and content strategies in surround programming on SECN.

Will communicate priorities and organize coverage across platforms, working with internal ESPN leaders.

Works to help coordinate the coverage of SEC Network production between external stakeholders and ESPN production.

Capable of exercising news judgment and coverage decisions.

Travel to event locations

Fully understands the technical process in which content is created and delivered to fans and has the ability to provide guidance and solutions to problems.

Main production liaison with sport partners and assist with conference relationship

Understands data metrics and how to best use that information to inform content creation.

Creates and monitors schedules and budgets to ensure timely, current and cost-effective multimedia productions.

Mentors less experienced members of the team. Can effectively manages direct reports and delivers constructive feedback.

Interfaces as required with leagues/teams/schools/coaches

Operates within the context of maximizing distribution and revenue opportunities

Responsible for communicating weekly production schedule to internal and external partners to assure proper coverage

Works with external groups (Edit, graphics, facilities, etc…) to assure proper staffing to support production

Communicates with Transmission, Remote Traffic, Assignment Desk and Central record to identify, schedule, route and ingest feeds needed for daily production

Works with CFB and CBB Event production to communicate remote needs on a weekly basis to support SEC Network Studio shows

Builds out academic calendar used to identify tentpole events around SEC’s most important championships

Liaison with college features group to gather delivery information including cutsheet, shot-sheet, lead and tag information for proper integration into studio shows

Coordinate and schedule halftime segments with Non-Traditional Production team to support school controlled digital and linear broadcasts

Point of contact for SEC Inside relationship

Monitor show schedule and reairs to best establish production schedule and maximize resources

Schedule and monitor Hair and Makeup schedule

Identify studio shifts that require catering and work with facilities to schedule

Maintain relationship with Studio Directing and Creative Graphic team to build out graphics for new LED studio monitor to enhance the look of the studio

Track and clip segments from programs used in clip reviews and talent and staff feedback

Work is reviewed by the responsible VP and/or CP at regular intervals and milestones

Qualifications

Has a minimum of 6 years of practical multimedia production or related progressively complex experience.

Has experience producing a show or events across platforms

Detailed technical knowledge required, must have knowledge effective distribution on all platforms, and what is realistic to accomplish in time allotted

Has an understanding of what resonates culturally and across multiple platforms and channels · Has good production skills related to assigned sport category

Has an established knowledge of sports and leagues related to one’s assignment

Is a supervisor with good leadership skills

Strong organizational and communication skills

Global understanding of live sports production execution, and the ability to impart that experience and wisdom on others in a positive and constructive way.

Knowledge of production and video editing

Ability to work nights, holidays & weekends

Frequent travel required

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, or related fields

Additional Information
The hiring range for this position in Charlotte, NC is $110,000 to $147,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job ID: 10154158

Location: Charlotte,North Carolina

Job Posting Company: ESPN

ESPN Productions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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