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Chicken N Pickle

Sports Programming Coordinator

Grapevine, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

About the Role The Sports Program Coordinator will help establish Chicken N Pickle as the go-to destination for youth, amateur, collegiate, and professional sports communities. This role is ...

Girls Inc

Sports Program Facilitator

Columbus, GA · On-site

Sports programming is integral to the Girls Inc. Experience and is intended to help girls participate in healthy lifestyle activities and competitive sports to enhance girls' well-being, development ...

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How much do sports programming jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports programming in the United States is $88,946.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive in Sports Programming, you need a solid understanding of sports media, scheduling, content curation, and industry trends, often supported by a degree in communications, sports management, or a related field. Familiarity with broadcast management systems, analytical tools, and rights management platforms is highly valued, along with relevant certifications in media operations or sports business. Excellent organizational skills, creative problem solving, and the ability to collaborate effectively with production and editorial teams are crucial soft skills. These capabilities ensure successful development, planning, and execution of engaging sports content that meets both audience and network goals.

What is a sports programming?

A Sports Programming job involves planning, scheduling, and managing sports content for television, radio, or digital platforms. Professionals in this role work with networks, leagues, and advertisers to curate live events, highlight shows, and related programming. They analyze audience trends, negotiate broadcast rights, and ensure smooth execution of sports content. Strong knowledge of sports, media rights, and broadcast operations is essential for success in this field.

What are some typical challenges faced in a sports programming role, and how can they be managed?

Sports Programming professionals often deal with rapidly changing schedules due to live events, unexpected weather delays, or breaking sports news, which requires quick decision-making and adaptability. Managing broadcast rights, coordinating with production teams, and ensuring seamless content delivery can also present complex logistical hurdles. Success in this role depends on strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to anticipate and efficiently respond to last-minute changes. Many teams use collaborative planning tools and have strong communication networks in place to help mitigate these challenges and keep programming on track.

What does a sports programmer do?

A sports programmer develops and manages content related to sports for television, radio, or online platforms. They select programming schedules, coordinate with broadcasters, and ensure coverage of live events, often using scheduling software and industry knowledge to meet audience demand.
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Infographic showing various Sports Programming job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $88,946 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Sports Programming Lead

Henderson Sport and Social

Henderson, NV

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

Henderson Sport & SocialSports Programing LeadProperty Overview

Henderson Sport & Social is a state-of-the-art, 180,000-square-foot destination opening in Henderson, Nevada. The facility is designed to become a premier destination for youth and adult sports, recreation, fitness, dining, and family entertainment while serving as a gathering place for the local community.
Managed by KemperSports, Henderson Sport & Social proudly embraces the Core True Service philosophy:
• Be Genuine, Helpful, and Friendly
• Service is a Team Sport
• To the Guest, Everything Matters
• Customer Happiness is Everything
• My Attitude is My Responsibility

Position Summary

The Sports Lead is responsible for leading the daily operation of the Sports Department while ensuring courts, fields, leagues, tournaments, rentals, and daily programming are safe, organized, and guest-ready.
This position provides leadership, coaching, and operational support to the Sports Attendant team while partnering with the Sports Facilities Manager, Tournament Coordinator, and Events team to deliver exceptional sports experiences for guests of all ages and skill levels.

What Success Looks Like
  • Create exceptional sports experiences for guests of all ages and skill levels.
  • Coach and develop Sports Attendants through training, feedback, and support.
  • Maintain safe, organized, and event-ready courts, fields, and sports spaces.
  • Resolve guest concerns professionally while supporting leagues, tournaments, rentals, and daily programming.
  • Continuously evaluate sports operations and recommend improvements to programming, court utilization, equipment, safety, and guest experience.
  • Lead by example while fostering teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and Henderson Sport & Social's Core True Service philosophy.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Lead, coach, and develop Sports Attendants while assigning daily responsibilities and supporting their professional growth.
  • Train new team members and oversee opening, closing, court readiness, and daily operational checklists.
  • Verify daily reservations, leagues, tournaments, rentals, and programming to ensure courts and fields are guest-ready.
  • Coordinate court rotations, tournament operations, scheduling conflicts, and daily sports programming.
  • Partner with the Tournament Coordinator, Events team, Guest Services, and Sports Facilities Manager to ensure seamless execution of events.
  • Maintain inventory of sports equipment and supplies while recommending replacements, ordering needs, and coordinating repairs with the Facilities Maintenance team.
  • Serve as the first escalation point for sports disputes, rule questions, equipment concerns, guest complaints, and minor injuries, communicating significant issues to the Sports Facilities Manager.
  • Supervise Sports Attendants during leagues, tournaments, rentals, and special events while ensuring activities remain on schedule.
  • Maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification and respond appropriately during emergencies.
  • Complete additional operational, administrative, and leadership duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain through Henderson Sport & Social.
  • Previous experience in sports, recreation, athletics, coaching, or leadership.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Knowledge of basketball, volleyball, pickleball, soccer, flag football, dodgeball, and kickball.
Physical Requirements
  • Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
  • Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Occasionally lift or move up to 150 pounds with proper equipment or assistance.
  • Bend, kneel, crouch, push, pull, climb, and assist with sports equipment setup.
  • Work in a fast-paced sports and entertainment environment.
Reports To

Sports Manager & Tournament Manager

Classification
  • Part-Time
  • Non-Exempt

Kemper Sports Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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