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Broadcast Production interns will gain hands-on experience in live sports production while contributing to Thunderbirds' home broadcasts, video content, and digital media projects. This internship is ...

Gameday Production Crew

Fargo, ND · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

A passion for sports and live entertainment, particularly hockey, is a plus What You'll Gain * Hands-on experience in professional live sports production * Development of technical skills in video ...

IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting ...

Production Assistant

Stamford, CT · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting ...

Production Assistant

Stamford, CT · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting ...

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How much do sport production jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for sport production in the United States is $70,872.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $80,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is sport production?

Sport production refers to the planning, filming, broadcasting, and overall management of live or recorded sports events for television, radio, or digital platforms. This process involves coordinating cameras, audio, graphics, and other technical elements to deliver a seamless viewing experience. Professionals in sport production work behind the scenes to ensure that the audience receives engaging and high-quality coverage of sports events. The field requires strong organizational skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work under pressure, especially during live broadcasts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in sport production, and why are they important?

To thrive in Sport Production, you need a solid understanding of live event coverage, camera operations, and video editing, often supported by a degree in broadcasting or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, EVS replay systems, and broadcast switchers is highly valuable. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to perform under pressure are standout soft skills in this fast-paced environment. These competencies ensure high-quality broadcasts, smooth technical execution, and effective collaboration during live sporting events.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in sport production, and how can they be managed effectively?

Professionals in Sport Production often face challenges such as tight deadlines, unpredictable live event issues, and the need to coordinate large teams under pressure. Effective management involves meticulous pre-event planning, clear communication among crew members, and adaptability to rapidly changing situations during broadcasts. Building strong relationships with on-air talent, technical staff, and venue personnel is also crucial for seamless execution. Staying current with evolving broadcast technologies can further help address technical hurdles efficiently.

What is the difference between Sport Production vs Broadcast Technician?

AspectSport ProductionBroadcast Technician
CredentialsRelevant degrees or certifications in media, communications, or sports productionTechnical certifications in broadcasting equipment and systems
Work EnvironmentSports events, stadiums, TV studiosBroadcast stations, control rooms, live event venues
Industry UsageSports networks, live sports eventsTV/radio stations, broadcasting companies

Sport Production involves planning, filming, and managing live sports events, focusing on content creation and event coverage. Broadcast Technicians support the technical aspects of broadcasting, ensuring equipment functions correctly during live transmissions. While both roles require technical skills and industry knowledge, Sport Production emphasizes content production, whereas Broadcast Technicians focus on technical operations.

What does a sport production producer do in sports?

A sport production producer oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of live sports broadcasts, ensuring all elements such as camera work, graphics, and commentary run smoothly. They manage schedules, coordinate with technical crews, and often work under tight deadlines to deliver high-quality coverage using broadcast equipment and production software.
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Infographic showing various Sport Production job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,872 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

Manager, Production Management - LIVE Sports

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Netflix
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Netflix rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 79 rated media


Job description

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology.

Come be a part of what's next. We are looking for a seasoned LIVE Sports Production expert to help oversee end-to-end operations of our expanding Sports slate. This role will help oversee partner-managed and potentially self-managed opportunities while ensuring smooth execution of high-profile live sports events.

The ideal candidate should have experience in production management across major streaming platforms and/or broadcast networks at World Cup or Olympic level. This role will serve from a network touch point ensuring our external producing partners are effectively supported and managed. A focus of this role is to bring top-tier live sports production experience and expertise into the position, while supporting the overall live team production operations and technical strategy.

This position will report to the Director of Live Sports Production in Los Angeles, CA. Role based in the Los Angeles office. No remote options.

This person must have Live Sports experience. The Role The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and passionate expert in live sports production management, with a deep understanding of logistics, operations, and budgeting oversight. Ability to manage complex and intricate layers of production, help to pioneer the execution of new sports content to create workflows, help build to a steady state and maintain stability.

This role requires strong multitasking abilities, balancing complex production elements while driving innovation in sports content execution. The candidate should be self-motivated, adaptable, and detail-oriented, with the ability to support show management while navigating key producers, venues, locations, sports organizations, and industry operations. Given the fast-paced, high-volume nature of this position, exceptional organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and communication are essential.

The ideal candidate must be nimble, proactive, solution-driven, and capable of handling multiple productions simultaneously while maintaining a keen focus on detail. Key Responsibilities: Oversee End-to-End Production - Support the execution of high-profile live sporting events from inception to final delivery Streamline Workflows - Collaborate with internal operations and technical teams to optimize live content production processes Core Team - Working closely with key internal stakeholders across Content, Post, Finance, Business Affairs, Tech, Engineering, Events and several other teams. Curate Top Talent & Vendors - Assist in identifying and sourcing high-quality external production companies, producers, vendors, facilities, locations, sporting leagues, and BTL crew in the sports industry.

External Partnerships - Work closely with EICs and line producers to prepare and vet show budgets, schedules, providing feedback internally and externally on viability and risks. Production Planning & Strategy - Full oversight of schedules, key crew, and production budget along with providing guidance and best practices across all facets of the production. Location Scouting - Research and evaluate domestic and international filming locations that best align with creative vision, budget, and logistics along with tax incentive opportunities.

Additional Cross-Team Coordination - Support internal and external meetings to maintain alignment with Marketing, Publicity, Photo/AV Studio, Safety, Security, Events, Ads, Sponsorships, Integrated Marketing, etc. Adaptability & Continuous Improvement - Stay flexible and proactive in adjusting to changing circumstances, embracing new challenges, and driving innovation Engagement in Team Activities - Participate in offsites, training sessions, and team-building events for internal and external groups. Live Analysis - create and design studio deck, spreadsheets, and tech assessments alongside production, finance and tech team.

Workflow Optimization - work closely with internal operations & technical teams as well as other production executives to streamline workflows across all apps within Netflix. Qualifications: 10+ years experience working in production management at a network, or production company and must have Live Sports production experience. Candidates will need to be a Director or VP level equivalent outside of Netflix.

Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and a high volume of responsibilities and projects (from evaluation to production through delivery) and courage to take educated risks while thinking outside the box and always responding in a timely manner. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Highly organized, with strong proficiency in Google Workspace (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Mail and Drive) and Slack.

Ability to develop presentation decks, and confidently speak on Live production workflows within various internal and external forums. Well-informed and curious about all aspects of production, technology and post-production Team player who performs well under pressure. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Understanding how to prioritize and respond accordingly. Passionate about live technology advancements and innovation. Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses.

You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $201,000.00 - $343,000.00

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off.

Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here. Netflix is a unique culture and environment.

Learn more here. Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.


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Netflix is the world's leading streaming entertainment service with 222 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries, feature films and mobile games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any Internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Gatos, CA, US

Year founded

1997