Production Operations Director, Broadcast & Content

The Production Operations Director will lead the operational execution of all broadcast and streaming productions for LOVB, ensuring seamless delivery of live matches and original content. This high-impact role is responsible for managing engineering, crewing, vendor relationships, and the end-to-end signal distribution for all broadcast partners.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, proactive problem solver with deep experience in live sports production and a proven ability to manage complex logistics across multiple venues and partners.They are well-connected in the crewing space and familiar with how each person & process ladders up to a successful broadcast. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the broadcast and content experience for a fast-growing professional sports league - one that is community-rooted, mission-driven, and committed to elevating the sport of volleyball.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Broadcast Operations Leadership

• Oversee all aspects of broadcast operations, engineering, and crewing for LOVB's live events and original content productions
• Partner with EP & production/crewing partners to ensure well-rounded staffing for every match
• Main point of contact for tech managers across 10 markets + league-run tentpoles
• Build and coordinate travel needs (whether owned or delegated)
• Track crew issues and successes to ensure best possible staffing as the season evolves
• Strategically evaluate best possible operational solutions for each type of venue, and broadcast/stream during planning phase
• Manage implementation of production enhancements (i.e. live player mics, POV cameras, etc)
• Ensure operational excellence and high-quality standards for all broadcast and streaming outputs

Signal Distribution Management

• Manage end-to-end signal distribution for all broadcast and streaming partners, ensuring reliable, high-quality delivery of matches
• Oversee process implementation to ensure every output reaches its intended input from broadcast to streaming to social media encoding
• Troubleshoot technical issues quickly and effectively to avoid disruptions

Vendor & Partner Management

• Own the management of LOVB's selected broadcast production vendors and partners, including evaluation, selection criteria development, and ongoing performance reviews
• Implement on-site technical & operational workflows for official replay & score/stats data integration with vendors
• Escalate vendor issues &/or concerns to EP & leadership to streamline problem solving
• Lead RFP processes and solicit future production partners, as needed

Schedule Coordination

• Own the Live Production Schedule matrix detailing venues, production methods, and broadcast/streaming outputs
• Create and maintain detailed timelines and workback plans for each telecast
• Clearly communicate on-site schedules with from call times to fax windows to on-air timeframes
• Partnership with Team Event Managers and Venue Operators to ensure that broadcast setup schedules align with all other in-arena schedules
• Ensure all necessary inputs, approvals, and deliverables are executed on schedule
• Liaise with commercial, venue, and distribution teams to confirm match broadcast schedules and manage any subsequent changes
• Ensure all stakeholders are informed and aligned on schedule updates

Budget Management

• Deliver all productions within budget and proactively manage production partner budgets
• Build out budget tracking templates to reflect show-by-show estimates and eventual costs
• Minimize unanticipated expenses through rigorous planning and financial oversight
• Review all vendor invoices and address discrepancies before approval

Venue & Space Coordination

• Ensure all venues are surveyed and documented to account for broadcast &/or streaming capabilities
• Define physical space requirements for broadcasts
• Partner with Venues, Events, and Ticketing teams to ensure infrastructure and operational needs are met
• Confirm venue power, internet, telco, and transmission capabilities, and determine what additional services may need to be outsourced
• Work with broadcast production vendors to ensure logistical requirements are met, such as: parking, credentials, catering, overnight security, restrooms, etc. for each match

Content Operations

• For original and non-live match content, operationalize production workflows to maximize reach while adhering to tight budgets and timelines
• Identify clearance needs (e.g., location, materials, appearance) and partner with legal to secure necessary releases

Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate vendor and partner performance on an ongoing basis.
• Implement best practices and process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality

Work Environment & Physical Requirements (Remote)

• Ability to operate a computer and use a keyboard, mouse, and video conferencing tools.
• Ability to clearly communicate via video, phone, and written channels
• Travel during Pro season; additional travel for meetings and events as needed.