Recurring Remote Production Operations Producer II

In this role, the Recurring Remote Operations Producer manages the execution of the operational, technical, and logistical aspects of remote based sports television productions. The operations producer will be required to interpret, implement, and manage the application of departmental standards related to remote television broadcasts and their impact on the accuracy, cost, and timeliness of assigned events. The Operations Producer will lead and coordinate both event preparation as well as on-site oversight of all aspects of remote broadcasts from start to finish, in collaboration with Operations Management and Production. This role has a day count limit of 125 days in a year (calendar year). This position is considered a non-exclusive staff position. As a non-exclusive staff hire, this position allows for work with other clients outside of ESPN, provided the candidate is available for 125 days of work in accordance with all sport/event assignments.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all operational and technical aspects of assigned remote events.
• Provides guidance and training to Remote Operations staff, including Operations Coordinators and technical crew.
• As on-site management of personnel, makes sure that ESPN Workplace Conduct and Safety Policies are followed, including vetting, and authorizing any on-site personnel.
• Ensures that appropriate timelines are met for technical and financial planning.
• Create and build event specific paperwork, including surveys, tech books and post reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting.
• Facilitate the troubleshooting of complex technical, operational and personnel issues as they arise on site. Follow up with appropriate support groups in relation to persistent and serious issues.
• Oversees all on-site activity with crew, including the approval of time-entry, travel, overtime, catering and meals.
• Responsible for overseeing and addressing performance issues while on-site with crew, as necessary.
• Possesses an advanced knowledge of current broadcast standards as well as potential future developments.
• Attends industry events as assigned by Management in relation to specific assignments.
• Assists in development and implementation of new technologies for assigned remote based events.

Required Qualifications:

• Requires regular travel to remote events, which could include international locations.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays throughout the year in accordance with sport schedules.  This position will be expected to work Christmas regularly for NBA games.
• Has knowledge of organization, procurement, financial, and logistics planning related to show creation.
• Ability to work events with extended length.  NBA Playoffs and Summer League require regular extended travel for the months of May, June, July, and possibly other months.
• Working knowledge of differing production models, as well as signal flow, scalability, and transmission.
• Has knowledge of developments in equipment technology and procedures.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, including voice and email communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Has and applies strong knowledge of the technical equipment requirements of ESPN’s remote operations functions.
• Administers proper hiring and payment policies.
• Operates within the defined goals of the Remote Operations department.
• Maintains communication flow with peers in sharing best practices and maximizing third party vendor contacts.
• Fluent in common computer-based software programs used for data compilation, information distribution and presentations.
• Fluent in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word, as have familiarity with online collaboration tools like Smartsheets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7+ years of related technical and/or operational planning, on-site management, and procurement experience.
• Knowledge of technical software-based tools, with relevance to broadcast planning.
• Solid knowledge of comms workflow in relation to technical broadcast plan fulfillment.
• Established relationships throughout the broadcast industry in relation to third party vendors and clients.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma required

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Technical School Degree in Communications, Broadcasting, or Related field preferred

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The hiring range for this remote position is $86,229 to $89,960 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.