Production Technology Lead, Local Media

Production Technology Lead

The Production Technology Lead is responsible for defining and executing the technology strategy that underpins the NBA's Local Media department. Reporting to the General Manager, this role will lead the design, build, and evolution of production systems and workflows as the league executes production for local networks.

This executive will oversee the architecture and implementation of next-generation production infrastructure—including centralized control rooms, remote production (REMI), and cloud-based workflows—ensuring consistency, reliability, and integration across all team markets. Working and leading cross-functionally with Broadcast Engineering & Operations, Production Operations, and Distribution, this role will establish clear separation between system design and operational execution while enabling seamless end-to-end delivery of live game and studio content.

The Production Technology Lead will work closely with third party technology, operations, engineering, crewing, and production vendors to ensure seamless end-to-end quality of the production and integration for Local Media and its media distribution partners. The role also drives innovation in production capabilities, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance efficiency and elevate the local fan viewing experience. As a key member of the Local Media leadership team, this position will play a critical role in building a future-ready production ecosystem that aligns with the GM's vision for an integrated, high-performing local media organization.

• Lead the overall production technology strategy supporting the NBA's centralized Local Media model
• Translate the GM's vision for an integrated, end-to-end local media organization into scalable, standardized, and future-ready production systems and workflows
• Lead a multi-layered team of Broadcast Engineers, Streaming Engineers, Broadcast Operations, Graphics and Tech Managers to provide best in class production and services for NBA Local Media teams
• Design and oversee implementation of production infrastructure, including centralized control rooms, remote production (REMI) workflows, cloud-based environments, and venue-level systems
• Define and own the production technology stack (switchers, replay, graphics, orchestration, monitoring, and control systems) across all local markets
• Establish standardized technical frameworks and output specifications to ensure consistency, scalability, and seamless integration with distribution platforms
• Partner closely with Broadcast Engineering & Operations to transition systems from design into reliable, day-to-day execution, ensuring clear ownership between build vs. run responsibilities
• Collaborate with Production Operations to align technology capabilities with creative and editorial needs, improving efficiency, quality, and consistency of live game and studio productions
• Enable seamless integration with Distribution and DTC platforms by overseeing contribution, encoding, transport, and delivery readiness of all production outputs
• Build infrastructure capable of supporting all NBA local game productions concurrently, with appropriate redundancy, resiliency, and disaster recovery
• Lead evaluation, selection, and management of production technology vendors, systems integrators, and cloud partners, including oversight of major buildouts and upgrades
• Manage day-to-day relationship with truck, crewing, and master control vendors
• Drive innovation in local broadcasts through adoption of cloud-native workflows, AI-enabled production tools, advanced graphics, and new content formats that enhance fan experience
• Support the GM's mandate to improve local game presentation and grow viewership through technology-enabled enhancements and operational efficiencies
• Establish governance, standards, and decision frameworks for production technology across teams, markets, and partners within the Local Media ecosystem
• Build and lead a high-performing production technology team, focused on architecture, systems design, and long-term roadmap rather than day-to-day operations
• Manage capital and operating budgets for production technology, identifying opportunities for cost efficiency through centralization, automation, and shared infrastructure
• Serve as a key member of the Local Media leadership team, contributing to overall strategy, transformation, and execution under the General Manager

• 12+ years of experience in broadcast engineering, production technology, or media infrastructure, preferably in live sports or large-scale live event production
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Broadcast Technology, Computer Science, Media Production, or a related field preferred
• Proven leadership overseeing complex, multi-market production technology environments
• Experience designing and implementing modern production workflows (e.g., REMI, centralized, and/or cloud-based production)
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale…