Carolina Hurricanes Producer - Freelance

Carolina Hurricanes Producer - Freelance page is loaded## Carolina Hurricanes Producer - Freelance locations:
Charlotte, NCtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition :
R000408

We’re looking for new team members to join Fan Duel Sports Network, the nation’s largest provider of live local sports.

As a local sports media platform, we’re proud to be the local media partner for 29 MLB, NHL, and NBA teams, producing and delivering over 3,000 live games and events every year. Whether it’s the heat of a playoff push or the excitement of Opening Day, we’re all about delivering the moments that matter to hometown fans.

We’re part of Main Street Sports Group, serving fans in regions across our 15 owned and operated networks. We combine powerful partnerships, cutting-edge streaming technology, and smart distribution to make sure fans can watch their teams how they want, whether that’s through a direct-to-consumer streaming platform or major cable providers.
** The Position:
** We are looking for a dynamic, experienced, and creative
** Producer**. Reporting to the
** Coordinating Producer,
** this position will lead pre-game and post-game studio productions for the
** Carolina Hurricanes**. This role combines editorial leadership, producing talent, hands-on production, and associate directing responsibilities to ensure that the pre-game and post-game shows deliver a best-in-class fan experience, align with the Hurricanes brand, and leverage Fan Duel Sports Network’s national production standards.
** This is a freelance position through a third-party and located in Charlotte, NC.
**** The Game Plan:**  (What you will do)
* Develop and execute the editorial vision for each pre-game and post-game show in alignment with FDSN and Carolina Hurricanes brand and voice.
* Produce and manage Talent by providing consistent feedback and direction.
* Lead the overall production of the pre/post-game studio show, including building show rundown and coordinating segments, graphics, live and recorded material.
* Collaborate with the Director to ensure smooth live execution, including shot calls, timing, transitions, cues, and talent coordination.
* Manage game day production logistics, including talent and staff schedules, coordination between studio and arena control-room operations, and remote truck (or mobile OB) interface.
* Build and supervise the game-specific content package, including features, interviews, highlights, player/team storylines, and statistical and analytics elements.
* Collaborate with the Hurricanes media/creative team and FDSN’s national production team on access, resources, content themes, and rights and logistics issues.
* Incorporate sponsor integrations, vetted branding and domestic partners, and ensure production meets commercial obligations.
* Manage post-game show wrap, including recap, reactions, player interviews, coach’s comments, fan and arena elements, and live and post-game digital and social-platform push.
* Supervise multi-camera switching, graphics insertion, video playback, remote feeds, and ensure the broadcast meets technical quality standards.
* Assist with budgeting and scheduling for the shows (travel, staffing, gear) in coordination with production leadership.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff and crew and assist with recruitment and training as needed..
** The Stats:**  (What to bring)
* Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Production, Journalism, Communications, or related field (or equivalent demonstrated experience accepted in lieu of a degree).
* 5+ years of live sports television production experience, including pre-game/post-game studio shows or live event broadcasts.
* Strong editorial sense and an ability to craft compelling storylines around players, team performance, analytics, and fan culture.
* Demonstrated experience in a live studio environment, including multi-camera production, live switching, graphics/CG integration, remote trucks or OB vans.
* Familiarity with hockey/NHL production (advantage) and comfort working within team media ecosystem.
* Excellent organizational skills, including an ability to manage multiple moving parts under tight deadlines…