Executive Producer, Live Streaming Programs (Remote)
About The Position
The Athletic is seeking a seasoned Executive Producer to lead the launch and daily execution of a new, flagship daily live sports show. This role involves driving the energy, technical precision, and editorial "voice" of a high-frequency, multi-cam live broadcast. The ideal candidate is a control room veteran who thrives on the adrenaline of live production. You will be responsible for the creative vision and operational success of a daily livestream, cultivating a highly interactive experience for viewers on platforms like YouTube and The Athletic's own platform. You will lead a dedicated studio team, manage high-profile talent in real-time, and bridge the gap between The Athletic's world-class journalism and the technical demands of a modern, multi-platform broadcast.
Requirements
- Proven track record in a "Seat 1" role (EP or Senior Producer) for daily live sports, news, or talk programming.
- Deep fluency in live studio environments, including multi-cam directing, switcher capabilities, graphics integration (Chyron/Ross), and remote contribution tools (SRT/LiveU).
- An innate sense of "live timing"—knowing when to let a segment breathe and when to pivot to keep the audience engaged.
- Exceptional knowledge of the sports landscape; you must be able to pivot the show's direction instantly based on breaking news or a changing leaderboard.
- The ability to remain calm and decisive under the pressure of technical failures or live breaking news.
- Experience with modern livestreaming workflows (RTMP, vMix, OBS) as well as traditional linear broadcast standards.
- Ability to travel as needed for major events (Super Bowl, Draft, etc.) to produce live on-site editions of the show.
Responsibilities
- Direct the end-to-end editorial and technical flow of a daily live show, including "calling the show" from the control room or overseeing the Director to ensure a high-paced, visually engaging broadcast.
- Lead the daily "pitch-to-air" cycle, managing the show rundown to ensure the perfect balance of breaking news, deep-dive analysis, and audience interaction.
- Direct a specialized crew of technical directors, audio engineers, and camera operators. Foster a culture of "live excellence" where technical hitches are handled with grace and speed.
- Work directly with high-profile hosts and analysts, providing real-time feedback via IFB to guide pacing, tone, and transitions during live hits.
- Oversee the visual aesthetic of the show, leveraging multi-cam setups, remote guest integrations, and real-time graphics to create a premium look.
- Collaborate with the newsroom to ensure live coverage aligns with and spotlights The Athletic's reporting, and partner with the social/growth teams to maximize the "clippability" of live moments for post-show distribution.
- Work with commercial teams to seamlessly weave live-read sponsorships and custom branded segments into the broadcast without sacrificing editorial integrity.
- Collaborate with production partners and software developers to design custom chat integrations that allow the audience to participate in streams in real time (ex: polls, Q&As, trivia).
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
- company-matching 401(k) plan
- paid vacation
- paid sick days
- paid parental leave
- tuition reimbursement
- professional development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
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