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Reporter - HS Sports Insider

Iselin, NJ · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

... freelancers to cover the biggest stories in the state. Think of this as a well-connected power ... that's an 8th-grade football prospect closing in on a decision, a powerhouse coach mulling ...

Paramount

Art Director, Broadcast CBS Sports

Manhattan, NY

$132K - $139K/yr

Work with outside agencies and freelancers to build out show packages * Ability to communicate ... football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men ...

AEG

Social Media Intern

Torrance, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Referenceable accounts you've personally run (personal, brand, team, school, or freelance all count ... Genuine interest in football, baseball, and the recruiting landscape Preferred * Live-event or same ...

Teamwork Online

Social Media Intern

Torrance, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Referenceable accounts you've personally run (personal, brand, team, school, or freelance all count ... Genuine interest in football, baseball, and the recruiting landscape Preferred * Live-event or same ...

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Paramount

Art Director, Broadcast CBS Sports

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$132K - $139K/yr

Work with outside agencies and freelancers to build out show packages * Ability to communicate ... football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men ...

Paramount Pictures

Art Director, CBS Sports

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$133K - $140K/yr

Work with outside agencies and freelancers to build out show packages * Ability to communicate ... football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance football in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Freelance Football job involves working independently in the football industry, offering services such as coaching, analysis, writing, scouting, or media coverage. Instead of being tied to a single employer, freelancers take on projects or contracts from different clients, including clubs, media outlets, or sports agencies. This role provides flexibility but requires self-marketing, networking, and expertise in a specific football-related field.

What types of assignments can a freelance football professional expect, and how is work typically structured?

As a Freelance Football Writer or Analyst, you may work on a variety of assignments, including match reports, player interviews, tactical breakdowns, or video content for sports media outlets, blogs, and podcasts. The work environment is often remote and deadline-driven, allowing for flexibility but also requiring excellent time management to juggle multiple projects. Collaboration may occur with editors, graphic designers, or social media managers to develop and publish compelling content. Building a robust professional network and a diverse portfolio can lead to recurring projects and opportunities to transition into larger media organizations or specialized analysis roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the freelance football position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Football Writer or Analyst, you need a deep understanding of football strategies, excellent writing or analytical abilities, and strong research skills, often complemented by a relevant degree in journalism or sports management. Familiarity with statistical analysis tools, video editing software, and digital publishing platforms is highly beneficial. Strong communication, networking, and self-management skills help you secure assignments and stand out in a competitive field. These qualities are essential for producing high-quality content, building a personal brand, and maintaining steady freelance opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Football job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Director of Live Production | Full-Time | Ryan Field at Northwestern University

Evanston, IL • On-site

Oak View Group
Management of Companies and Enterprises • 51 - 200 employees
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$115K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Oak View Group
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.
Position Summary
The Director of Live Production leads the creative vision, planning, and execution of gameday presentation and in-venue entertainment at the New Ryan Field and Welsh Ryan Arena. This role creates a distinctive, innovative, emotionally engaging experience that reflects New Ryan Field and Northwestern University's brand, traditions, and competitive environment while aiming to deliver the best gameday experience in collegiate sports. The Director is responsible for presentations from concept development and scripting through rehearsal, show-calling, and post-event evaluation while also managing event-day staff, production workflows, budgets, systems, vendors, and production oversight for concerts, commencements, rentals, and other third-party events.
This role pays an annual salary of $115,000 - $120,000 and is bonus eligible.
Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until October 30, 2026.
Responsibilities
Creative Vision and Gameday Experience
  • Develop memorable moments that create energy, strengthen fan connection, and enhance home-field advantage.
  • Lead the evolution of team entrances, opening sequences, music, lighting, fan prompts, recognitions, traditions, and situational entertainment.
  • Identify new ideas, technologies, and industry trends that can elevate the overall experience.
  • Keep the presentation fresh, intentional, and engaging throughout the season.

Show Planning and Live Execution
  • Lead the full planning process for Northwestern University football and basketball games, including scripts, rundowns, timing, rehearsals, and contingency plans.
  • Regularly serve as the lead show caller for football games, men's basketball games, and other priority productions.
  • Lead production meetings, event-day briefings, rehearsals, and post-event reviews.
  • Ensure all productions meet university, conference, league, broadcast, safety, and venue requirements.

Content and Entertainment Direction
  • Collaborate with internal creative teams and outside partners on intro videos, hype content, graphics, features, and event-specific assets.
  • Review and approve content for creative quality, brand alignment, accuracy, and technical readiness.
  • Oversee music strategy, entertainment booking, hosts, performers, student groups, recognitions, and specialty acts.

University and Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Build strong relationships across athletics, marketing, communications, creative services, spirit programs, bands, student groups, alumni relations, development, campus leadership, stadium operations, and other university departments.
  • Manage expectations, communicate deadlines and production needs, and align multiple stakeholders around a cohesive vision.
  • Advise leadership on fan experience, creative strategy, presentation opportunities, and industry trends.

Event-Day Staff Leadership
  • Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate student workers, freelancers, contractors, and control room personnel.
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.
  • Foster a culture of preparation, creativity, accountability, teamwork, and calm execution under pressure.

Stadium Systems and Production Operations
  • Oversee the operational readiness of videoboards, LED displays, replay, graphics, audio, IPTV, cameras, intercom, lighting, and show-control systems.
  • Coordinate with engineering, information technology, stadium operations, and vendors to ensure systems are tested and event-ready.
  • Identify opportunities for workflow improvements, system upgrades, and capital investment.

Partnerships and Sponsored Integration
  • Collaborate with corporate partnerships and marketing teams to integrate sponsored elements into the gameday experience.
  • Ensure partner activations are accurate, entertaining, and aligned with the overall presentation.
  • Help identify new presentation assets and fan-engagement opportunities that may support revenue goals.
  • Balance commercial obligations with show pacing and audience experience.

External and Non-University Events
  • Provide production oversight for concerts, commencements, ceremonies, rentals, and other stadium events.
  • Serve as an operational liaison for promoters, production companies, outside clients, and vendors.
  • Review staffing, technical requirements, schedules, and use of stadium systems.

Budget and Vendor Management
  • Develop and manage budgets for game presentation, staffing, entertainment, production support, content, and equipment.
  • Manage relationships with production vendors, creative partners, entertainment providers, and freelancers.
  • Recommend future investments based on creative impact, operational need, and audience experience.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in live event production, broadcasting, communications, media production, sports management, marketing, entertainment, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • 5-7+ years of progressively responsible experience in game presentation, live sports entertainment, stadium production, broadcast production, or major live events.
  • Proven experience developing creative game-presentation strategies and producing high-profile live events.
  • Strong show-calling experience and knowledge of scripting, timing, control room operations, rehearsals, and contingency planning.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, stakeholders, and event details simultaneously.
  • Experience directing student workers, freelancers, contractors, vendors, or event-day crews.
  • Strong creative judgment, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-management skills.
  • Ability to remain calm, decisive, and solutions-oriented in high-pressure live environments.
  • Experience managing budgets, vendors, and production resources.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and irregular hours based on the event calendar.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in major collegiate athletics, professional sports, a large stadium or arena, or a nationally recognized live-entertainment organization.
  • Experience participating in production-system upgrades, control room projects, or stadium technology planning.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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Oak View Group (OVG) is a Development and Investment Company based in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Founded in 2015, the company plays a significant role in the sports and live entertainment industry. Specializing in arena & stadium alliances, OVG is committed to establishing partnerships that facilitate the growth of the live entertainment industry. The company operates multiple subdivisions involved in different aspects like facilities, security, content & media, and investments. Oak View Group's core mission is to be an industry leader that can be trusted by partners, residents, and fans to create world-class experiences.

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Management of companies and enterprises

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

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