Sports Line Producer

Sports Line Producer

The Line Producer is responsible for the successful coordination, execution, and timing of live and taped sports programming. The Line Producer oversees preparation and editorial content for broadcast, manages all aspects of the production cycle, field produces as needed, and coordinates with internal support areas. This role supports sports productions across multiple platforms such as; MLB, NFL, NBA, soccer (Mexican, LATAM, International, and U.S. domestic), and other major sports properties relevant to the U.S. Hispanic market.

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience producing entertainment or sports television programming
• 5+ years of Control Room experience, including line producing live and taped programs
• 6+ years of progressively complex live remote or related production experience
• Fluent bilingual English/Spanish (written and verbal)
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting, Radio/TV/Film, or equivalent experience
• Strong working knowledge of INEWS, MS Office, Avid Interplay, and related production tools
• Solid editing, writing, and production fundamentals
• Familiarity with production and post-production equipment, software, and formats
• Ability to line produce and direct a control room technical crew
• Knowledge of sports content, with emphasis on Mexican & International soccer, U.S. domestic sports, and the U.S. Hispanic market
• Availability to work a non-traditional schedule (nights, weekends, holidays, overtime)

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, particularly in live production environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to coordinate across multiple departments
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with shifting priorities
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Creative and innovative thinker with a strong editorial sensibility
• Social-media savvy, with an understanding of multi-platform content distribution
• Strong collaboration skills with internal and external partners
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to last-minute changes and meet tight deadlines
• Professional, dependable, and able to represent the department and company with integrity and ethics
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accountability
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to follow direction from multiple stakeholders
• Ability to communicate clearly and calmly in fast-paced or stressful situations

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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