Broadcast Content Producer

Job Summary

TITLE: Broadcast Content Producer

DEPARTMENT: MarComms
REPORTS TO: Director of Broadcast & Content Production

FLSA: Full-Time; Salaried; Exempt

WHAT SETS YOU APART

You are an experienced, organized, collaborative, and energized content producer and team leader ready to join the Broadcast Team.  You will work cross functionally to cultivate innovative ideas for broadcast, video production and content development that amplifies the club’s brand and core values. The ideal candidate is passionate about running with the team, pushing the creative boundaries of broadcasting and digital content production, and has an eye for unique content that resonates with fans. The Broadcast Content Producer will oversee broadcasting content editorial storytelling for Major League Soccer’s Orlando City, National Women’s Soccer League’s Orlando Pride, MLS Next Pro’s Orlando City B, Orlando City Academy, as well as Inter&Co Stadium.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and direct pre-production, production, and post-production of multiple club-owned broadcast properties including a pre-taped weekly show, a bi-weekly podcast, and various live streaming initiatives such as press conferences, live events, etc.
• Oversee narrative development of all broadcast related content with advanced storytelling and scripting skills.
• Act as point of contact for on-air talent during match days and production days for all of Club’s creative broadcast assets.
• Manage multiple radio broadcasts, including relationship with radio broadcast partners (iHeartMedia) as well as on-air talent.
• Manage relationships with local TV partners for Orlando City and Orlando Pride to ensure successful local broadcasts for live matches, match re-airs and weekly show.
• Complete quality control checks for all produced broadcast content, ensuring timely and proper delivery to network partners each week.
• Develop a relationship with the Communications & Marketing departments to ensure that any produced broadcast content aligns with club messaging as well as submit player interview requests for Club’s broadcast content when needed.
• Assist as an additional point of contact for Apple TV content partners and assist when needed in the development, execution and delivery of all Apple TV deliverables including all content distributed in Orlando City’s “club room”, across the network’s television shows and beyond.
• Assist in providing all broadcast content partners with needed club assets per request.
• Assist in the development of a strong content pipeline process to effectively manage interview, on-camera and broadcast production team needs, working closely with the Creative, Video, Communications and Digital teams.
• Collaborate with the Director of Broadcast & Content Production to help develop and manage content capture planning, scheduling, and execution as it pertains to broadcast content.
• Lead day-to-day management of broadcast production for all Club channels in collaboration with the Broadcast Operations Coordinator and Director of Broadcast & Content Production.
• Lead with sound storytelling acumen, inspirational and collaborative leadership, and exceptional communication skills.
• Supervise, evaluate, and mentor current department staff and external contractors.
• Oversee broadcast productions and editing as lead supervisor for broadcast related content.
• Assist video team in the production of larger-scale or long-form video shoots, when possible.
• Establish a good working relationship with the team staff and players for editorial and content production purposes.
• Ensure timely delivery of weekly intel reports to all internal Club staff.
• Work alongside Broadcast and Video teams to ensure proper operation and maintenance of all broadcast related gear. As well as assisting with submitting requests for technology repairs and replacements as needed.
• Keep current on events and activities that impact the Club, MLS, NWSL, coaches, and players.
• Assist in managing and processing talent and vendor invoices, developing a close relationship with the finance and payroll teams, to ensure timely payments to club broadcast vendors.
• Assist in the development and management of Broadcasting operations budget.
• Prepare and execute partnership initiatives in accordance with the Brand Alliance department to ensure all sponsorship requirements are being met.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

It’s not just a job at Orlando City SC & Orlando Pride.  It’s a way of life. We live and breathe soccer. We believe each role is as unique as the person who holds it. To join our team, you will also possess these qualifications:

• 4-6+ years’ experience in similar field of work.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferably in film, broadcasting, or a similar field.
• Exceptional storyteller with strong broadcast and editorial production skills.
• Strong understanding of film production techniques and workflows, including knowledge of lighting, cinematography, and audio for broadcast and other video related content.
• Knowledge of non-linear editing.
• Basic experience and knowledge in videography and camera systems. (Sony PXW-Z200, Sony FX6, BlackMagic Studio Camera 6k)
• Knowledge of streaming software and tools such as vMix and StreamYard.
• 2+ years of project managerial experience.
• Experience with content management systems.
• Willingness to travel to support content team throughout the season.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends for matchdays and other broadcast events.
• Ability to attain and maintain SafeSport certification.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to film and deliver basic B-Roll packages such as training, events, press conferences, etc. (preferred).
• Bilingual, Spanish or Portuguese (preferred).
• Professional Sports Experience (preferred).
• Soccer Fandom and familiarity with the sport globally (preferred).