Executive Producer, YouTube

Work Option

The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week.

We are seeking a visionary and results‑driven Executive Producer to lead the creative and logistical execution of the new 2K League’s live esports broadcasts. This role is responsible for overseeing the entire production lifecycle—from pre‑production planning and talent management to live show execution and post‑event evaluation.

• Own the end‑to‑end production of live competitive gaming events, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, team coordination, and execution.
• Define the creative vision for broadcasts—formatting shows, storytelling strategy, visual identity, graphics packages, and editorial tone.
• In partnership with league operations and the Senior Director of Gaming and Community, define creative themes for each season and cycle of the league, and develop programming, including creator storylines, digital content in partnership with creators and league talent, and the live broadcast.
• Supervise a cross‑functional team of vendors including producers, directors, on‑air talent, technical crews, editors, and broadcast engineers.
• Manage and oversee external vendor(s) responsible for the production of the live broadcasts, ensuring that creative and execution align with the brand ethos and standards.
• Work closely with casters, analysts, and influencers to develop show formats, segments, and commentary that elevate viewer engagement and brand consistency.
• Partner with Head of Talent on NBA Player, Creator, and Celebrity cameos in league broadcasts.
• Collaborate with Senior Director, Gaming and Community, League Operations, and the EVP Creative to ensure alignment on broadcast requirements and brand objectives, ensuring deliverables for NBA teams are fulfilled.
• Ensure that all broadcast systems—audio, video, switching, streaming, and backup redundancies—are in place and functioning properly prior to go‑live.
• Make real‑time editorial and production decisions during live events to maintain broadcast quality and audience engagement.
• Produce and oversee in‑person gaming competitions at NBA 2K League activations.
• Partner with the You Tube and social team to identify moments and cut‑downs for cross‑platform social distribution; oversee post‑show wrap‑ups, including VOD creation, highlight packages, data reporting, and retrospectives to drive continual improvement.

• 8+ years in gaming and live production, with at least 3 years in a senior or executive producer role.
• Proven experience producing high‑profile live esports broadcasts.
• Expertise in NBA2K.
• Deep understanding of competitive gaming and community culture.
• Experience in producing live gaming competitions in experiential activations.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with experience managing large production teams and multiple stakeholders.
• Expertise in live streaming platforms (Twitch, You Tube, Kick) and broadcast production tools (vMix, OBS, Ross, EVS, etc.).
• Ability to work under pressure, make quick decisions, and pivot as needed during live shows.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Candidates based in NYC preferred; open to candidates in Los Angeles.

$135,000‑$165,000.

Employees receive an annual discretionary performance bonus, medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, fertility and family‑forming assistance, wellbeing allowance, educational assistance, mental health coaching/therapy, tax‑advantaged accounts such as HSA and healthcare/dependent care FSAs, a 401(k) retirement plan, and time off benefits that include vacation, sick time, and personal days.

We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.