Creative Production Manager

Leeds, UK

WE EXIST TO IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF ATHLETES AND TEAMS

Our mission is to improve the performance of athletes and teams, which we do by engineering the premier technology platform for sport. We've been at the forefront of sports technology and science since 2006 - we don't just work in the sporting industry, we are actively changing its future. Our solutions are designed to help athletes and coaches “play smart” in a world where 1% can literally mean the difference between winning and losing.

We work with over 4,600 teams around the world, empowering coaches, managers and trainers in premier teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, EPL, AFL, NRL, NCAA and more. We provide the information they need to optimize athletes’ health, game-day readiness, and performance, as well as in-game tactics. Our solutions include wearable technology, video analytics, and athlete monitoring solutions, and we are passionate about helping sports organizations at all levels to better scout, recruit, teach, and win.

This role is central to the smooth operation and running of the overall content and creative unit.

The role co-ordinates the end-to-end execution of creative projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, resources, and quality standards for various content types like video, digital media, and print. This role requires strong project management and leadership skills, the ability to manage multiple work streams, a deep understanding of creative production processes and software, and excellent communication to coordinate internal and external teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The role is responsible for coordinating and monitoring all aspects of content and creative production, including scheduling, logistics, and budgeting. Oversee the production process from start to finish, ensuring that all deadlines are met and that the final product meets the required quality standards.

The ideal candidate for this role should have excellent organizational and communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have a strong understanding of the production process.

Project Management

Lead and oversee all stages of marketing content production, from initial concept through final delivery, ensuring smooth workflow, clear communication, strong collaboration, and adherence to project timelines and quality standards.

Stakeholder Management

Identify, analyze, and engage with a wide range of stakeholders across the organization, including senior leadership, project owners and marketing teams. Understand their needs and expectations while effectively managing their involvement and influence to keep projects moving forward with clarity and alignment.

Sourcing

Identify and engage the best resources for each project by actively sourcing talent across internal teams, freelancers, and agencies. Proactively gather the best content and initiatives from across Catapult verticals, pulling in high-potential projects and materials to enrich the marketing pipeline and drive impactful outcomes.

Budget & Negotiation

Manage project budgets effectively, keep financials on track, and negotiate with vendors to ensure maximum value.

Quality Assurance

Uphold the highest standards of quality and brand alignment in all creative outputs, conducting regular reviews and iterations based on performance data and stakeholder feedback.

Process Creation

Help develop and establish new production & asset storage processes from the ground up, ensuring enhanced efficiency and scalability as the team grows. Continuously refine and improve these processes to support the evolving needs of the creative workflow.

Tool Onboarding and Management

Take charge of selecting, onboarding, and managing a project management tool to facilitate seamless collaboration. Ensure the tool is effectively integrated into the team's workflow, providing training and support to maximize its utilization and minimize friction. Been open to, and investigate, AI tools and programmes to help benefit the overall creative process.

What you’ll need

• Several years of experience in a related area, often with some supervisory or…