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How much do sports media network jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports media network in the United States is $106,570.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,500.00 and $128,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sports Media Network vs Sports Journalist?

AspectSports Media NetworkSports Journalist
Required CredentialsRelevant degrees in media, communications, or journalism; experience in broadcasting or digital mediaJournalism degree or related field; strong writing and reporting skills
Work EnvironmentMedia companies, broadcasting studios, online platformsField reporting, newsrooms, sports events
Employer & Industry UsageMedia outlets, sports networks, digital platformsNewspapers, TV stations, online sports publications

Sports Media Network professionals focus on managing and producing sports content across various platforms, while Sports Journalists primarily report, write, and cover sports stories. Both roles require media or journalism credentials and often work within the same industry environments, but their core responsibilities differ—one manages content delivery, the other focuses on reporting and storytelling.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working at a sports media network?

Professionals working at a sports media network often face the challenge of balancing tight deadlines with the fast-paced nature of live sports coverage. They must stay adaptable, as schedules and stories can change rapidly due to game outcomes or breaking news. Collaboration across departments—such as editorial, production, and digital teams—is essential to deliver timely and engaging content. Additionally, handling high-pressure situations, especially during major sporting events, is a regular part of the job. Embracing new technologies and digital platforms is also key as the industry evolves.

What is a sports media network?

A sports media network is a broadcasting organization or platform that specializes in delivering sports content to viewers through television, radio, digital streaming, or other media. These networks provide live coverage of sporting events, sports news, analysis, interviews, and documentaries about teams and athletes. Examples of sports media networks include ESPN, Fox Sports, and NBC Sports. They play a major role in how fans access and experience sports, often offering dedicated channels or streaming services for different sports or leagues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Sports Media Network role, and why are they important?

To excel in a Sports Media Network role, you generally need a background in journalism, communications, or media studies, along with a strong understanding of sports and media production. Familiarity with broadcast equipment, video editing software (like Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro), and content management systems is typically required. Creativity, a keen attention to detail, and strong interpersonal communication skills help professionals engage audiences and collaborate effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial for producing high-quality, timely sports content that resonates with viewers and maintains the network’s competitive edge.
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Infographic showing various Sports Media Network job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,570 per year, or $51.2 per hour.

Manager, Sports Media Operations

Versant Media

Englewood Cliffs, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

Job Description

Versant Media is seeking a highly organized and operationally focused Manager, Sports Media Operations to support the day-to-day management, movement, storage, and preparation of non-live sports content across the organization. This role is ideal for a collaborative media operations professional with experience supporting content workflows, post-production operations, and media asset coordination in fast-paced sports, news, or entertainment environments.

The Manager will work closely with Sports Media Operations, Post Production, and Ingest/Storage teams to ensure reliable and efficient content workflows while supporting ongoing process improvements and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Content Management & Operations

  • Manage the day-to-day workflows supporting the ingest, movement, storage, editing, and delivery of non-live sports content.
  • Coordinate media asset handling across production and post-production environments to ensure timely and accurate content availability.
  • Support media lifecycle operations including ingest coordination, file transfers, editorial handoffs, archive requests, and content delivery.
  • Monitor workflow performance and escalate operational issues impacting production timelines or content accessibility.
  • Maintain operational documentation, workflow procedures, and best practices for media handling and asset management.

Workflow Support & Process Improvement

  • Support the ongoing optimization of non-live content workflows to improve operational efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
  • Partner with engineering, post-production, and storage teams to support the rollout and adoption of new tools, workflows, and operational processes.
  • Assist in evaluating workflow challenges and identifying opportunities for process improvements and operational streamlining.
  • Help maintain consistent and reliable workflows across edit platforms, cloud storage systems, and file transport technologies.
  • Stay informed on emerging media workflow technologies and operational trends relevant to sports production environments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Serve as a primary operational liaison between Sports Media Operations, Post Production, and Ingest/Storage teams to ensure smooth workflow coordination and communication.
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand content priorities, production schedules, and delivery requirements.
  • Coordinate with technical and operational teams to resolve workflow issues and support production continuity.
  • Communicate workflow status, operational risks, and support needs to department leadership as needed.
Qualifications
  • 4+ years of experience in media operations, content management, or post-production environments within sports, news, or entertainment organizations.
  • Strong understanding of non-live production and post-production workflows.
  • Experience supporting media workflows involving edit platforms, cloud or hybrid storage systems, and file transport technologies.
  • Familiarity with media asset management (MAM) systems and digital content workflows.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and support fast-paced production environments.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience supporting sports content operations or high-volume media environments.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based and remote post-production workflows.
  • Experience coordinating workflows across editorial, ingest, and storage teams.
  • Knowledge of media file delivery, archive operations, and content movement processes.
  • Experience with media workflow platforms and technologies such as Avid, Adobe, EVS, Dalet, Signiant, Aspera, or similar systems.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.