HNN SPORTS LIVE GAME PRODUCER/DIRECTOR - KHNL
About The Position
Hawaii News Now is expanding its commitment to live sports production and storytelling, and we are seeking an experienced, highly collaborative HNN Sports Live Game Producer / Director to help lead the execution of live sports broadcasts. This is a unique hybrid role for a skilled live television professional who can think both editorially and technically, someone equally comfortable shaping the vision of a broadcast and calling a live show in real time. The ideal candidate is both a producer and director, capable of developing compelling live broadcasts, managing production workflows, and confidently leading technical execution in fast-paced live sports environments.
Requirements
- Experience producing and directing live television, sports broadcasts, remote productions, or similar live event programming
- Strong understanding of control room workflows, timing, technical production, and live broadcast execution
- Demonstrated ability to both produce editorially and direct technically in fast-paced environments
- Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage teams under deadline and live event pressure
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to troubleshoot problems quickly and remain calm under pressure
- Comfortable working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and travel as needed
Nice To Haves
- Experience with live sports productions strongly preferred
- Knowledge of broadcast systems, replay, graphics integration, camera workflows, and live production communication systems preferred
- Experience with ENPS newsroom systems and Ross OverDrive automation is helpful but not required
Responsibilities
- Serve as lead producer and director for HNN Sports live game broadcasts and related programming
- Produce live broadcasts editorially, including rundowns, storylines, game elements, talent coordination, timing, and overall viewer experience
- Direct live sports productions, calling camera shots, graphics, replay, transitions, and technical elements in real time
- Partner closely with commentators, talent, graphics, replay, engineering, operations, and production crews to ensure high-quality execution
- Lead pre-production planning, including production meetings, communication workflows, show preparation, and game day coordination
- Collaborate with the Sports Program Director and HNN Sports leadership to shape broadcast style, storytelling approach, and production quality
- Help develop and maintain consistent production standards and workflows across HNN Sports broadcasts
- Troubleshoot challenges calmly and decisively during live productions
- Assist in the planning and execution of ancillary sports programming and special productions as needed
- Work nights, weekends, holidays, and non-traditional schedules aligned with sports programming and live events
- Perform additional duties as assigned, including contributing to broader station initiatives and special projects as business needs evolve
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
- Focus on Caring
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
