Seasonal RedZone Producer

Third Party•Inglewood, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The NFL Media Group in Inglewood, CA is seeking a part-time NFL RedZone Producer. This role will report to the Coordinating Producer for NFL RedZone and is responsible for line producing the afternoon window of games, and potentially the early window. Key duties include ensuring all sales elements air, assigning and coordinating editorial content with edit teams, and QCing sales elements. During the early window, the producer will help identify key plays and storylines to assist the early Producer. The role requires strong control room instincts, leadership of production teams, a high level of NFL knowledge, and collaborative work with producers and hosts. The producer will also supervise and train Associate Producers and Production Assistants, ensuring compliance with NFL Media policies.

Requirements

6+ years working in live sports/news television
Experience line producing in a progressively complex studio and or game production truck required
Experience producing or associate directing live games is a bonus
Significant experience in sports production and the ability to produce at a high level
Must have operational expertise in a production environment
Must have a high-level knowledge of football and football history
Previous supervisory and leadership skills are required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed; strong writing and copy-editing skills
Must possess strong command skills and must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Supervisory experience with good leadership skills
A strong knowledge of live television production dynamics and working knowledge of the equipment and technologies in EVS, the control room and edit bays
Have a good knowledge of the NFL and sports history
Good writing and copy-editing skills
A team-first attitude is mandatory
Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism or equivalent experience in a related field

Nice To Haves

Experience producing or associate directing live games is a bonus

Responsibilities

Line produces the afternoon window of games on NFL RedZone
Could be needed to produce the early window of game on NFL RedZone
Tasked with making sure all sales elements assigned in the late game window, make air
During early window of games, assigns and coordinates with edit teams, what editorial content will be used with each sales sponsor
QC all sales elements before they air
During early window of games, helps spot key plays, interesting storylines to help the early Producer navigate the show
Must have great instincts in the control room and deliver them quickly to ensure the entire team in lock step
Lead a team of Segment Producers, PAs and other show personnel in the control room during execution of the show
Must have a high level of NFL knowledge with an emphasis on game structure and cadence
Work collaboratively with Coordinating Producer on show day and prep day during the week
Establish and maintain a collaborative working relationship with the host
Must bring creative statistical ideas to the NFL RedZone preshow meeting on Sunday mornings to help team enhance the show for the viewer
Supervise, train, and mentor Associate Producers & Production Assistants
Ensure full compliance with the approved policies and operating procedures for NFL Media