Remote Operations Producer

Job Summary:

• In this role, the Remote Operations Producer oversees the operational and technical aspects of assigned sport categories.
• Incumbent will be required to manage and interpret the application of technical, operational, and cost standards, and their impact on the accuracy, cost, and timeliness of assigned events. 

Responsibilities:

• Oversees all operational and technical aspects of assigned sports.
• Provides guidance and training to Event Operations staff, including Operations Coordinators.
• As an on-site supervisor of personnel, makes sure that ESPN Workplace Conduct and Safety Policies are followed.
• Ensures that appropriate timelines are met for technical and financial planning.
• Manages all on-site activity with crew, including the approval of time-entry, travel, and overtime.
• Is responsible for addressing performance issues while on-site with crew, as necessary. Responsible for vetting and authorizing any of the identification provided by event-payrolled personnel assigned.
• Assumes control of all communications involving specific sport assignments as it relates to all vendors, league, and governing bodies.
• Manages the interpretation and application of technical, operational and cost standards that may impact the accuracy, cost, and timeliness of assigned events.
• Maintains a working knowledge of High Definition broadcast standards present and future developments.
• Works very closely with ESPN staff on maintaining proper education for everyone working on the remote production team.
• Communicates daily with Event Production leadership on all aspects of the sport category.
• Attends industry events as it relates to the sport category.
• Works with ESPN Finance on creation and maintenance of budgets.
• Assists in development and implementation of new technologies for sport category.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5-years of related technical and/or operational planning, on-site management and procurement experience.
• Has in-depth awareness of developments in equipment technology and procedures.
• Has in-depth knowledge of organization, procurement, financial, and logistics planning related to show creation.
• Higher working knowledge of High Definition technology, and how it is used between remote operations and studio operations.
• Has awareness of developments in equipment technology and procedures.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, including voice and email communication, and negotiating skills.
• Has and applies an advanced knowledge of the technical equipment requirements of ESPN’s and ABC Sports remote operations functions.
• Has an in-depth understanding of the procurement aspects of the technical and operational equipment needed to carryout broadcast.
• Administers to proper hiring and payment policies.
• Operates within the defined goals of the Remote Operations department.
• Maintains communication flow with peers in sharing best practices and maximizing contractor contacts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Has working knowledge of the technical equipment requirements of ESPN’s remote operations functions.
• Has an understanding of the procurement aspects of the technical and operational equipment needed to carryout broadcasts.
• Thorough knowledge of PC databases, Word, Excel, and related software.
• High School Diploma
• Bachelor's Degree or Technical School degree in communications, broadcasting, or related field