Sports Executive Producer

WPIX PIX11

New York, NY, US
Base: $140k-150k; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
7+ years sports broadcasting experience
3+ years managing live production teams
5+ years top-25 market experience
The role requires leading the editorial, operational, and creative direction of the station's sports coverage and signature programming

Job Summary

  • The role requires leading the editorial, operational, and creative direction of the station's sports coverage and signature programming.
  • Candidates must have a proven track record of operational excellence including scheduling, long-term planning, and assignment management.
  • The position involves developing and executing a streaming/CTV content plan while collaborating closely with News, Sales, and Digital teams.

Matching Summary

The role requires leading the editorial, operational, and creative direction of the station's sports coverage and signature programming.

Salary

Base: $140k-150k; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years sports broadcasting experience
  • 3+ years managing live production teams
  • 5+ years top-25 market experience
  • Strategic content planning skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Forward-looking strategic mindset
  • Strong delegation and organizational skills
  • Awareness of pop-culture trends
  • Experience with streaming/CTV content plans
  • Ability to inspire diverse creative teams

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years in sports broadcasting or news production
  • Minimum 3 years managing producers, anchors, or reporters
  • Minimum 5 years in a top-25 market with major league teams
  • BA in Communications, Journalism, or related field

Work Rights

Not specified

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