What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP, Scripps Sports Broadcast Operations position at The E.W. Scripps Company?
Are you ready to lead the future of live sports broadcasting? Scripps Sports is seeking a VP of Broadcast Operations who will oversee our live sports and sports-related content presentation. This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of sports media innovation, working directly with leagues, teams, and production partners to deliver exceptional sports content to fans across the country. You'll lead strategic initiatives that blend cutting-edge technology with compelling storytelling while driving economic value through sponsorship integra
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Work directly with sports teams/league leadership, facilities, and vendors to develop and support live game-day sports production.
- Oversee relationships with all production vendors as well as directly supervise the internal production/operation team.
- Oversee package production and the optimization of integration opportunities into the broadcast.
- Liaison with internal stakeholders, local affiliates, and the Scripps Sports revenue team for implementation and distribution of all on-air elements associated with revenue-generating content.
- Work to improve efficiencies in production and optimize sponsorship integration opportunities.
- Work closely with Scripps internal creative teams on the development of Scripps Sports production and branding elements including in-game graphics.
- Research, develop, recommend, and execute strategies to distribute sports partnership content.
- Act as a liaison with other production arms of Scripps ensuring that all sports productions meet network standards.
- Communicate clearly and effectively within the C suite, Scripps Sports division staff, as well as with other Scripps departments to improve the flow of information, establish constructive collaboration, and minimize errors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience
- Master's degree preferred
- Generally, 10 years of experience in related field
- Minimum 7 years of experience in TV, sports industry, or in related field preferred
- Minimum 5 years of management experience preferred
- Direct leadership experience working with collegiate and/or professional sports teams/leagues
- General understanding of the nuances that teams, leagues, and collegiate athletics adhere to as it relates to advertising and broadcasting
- Experience leading large cross-functional collaborations with internal partners and third parties/vendors
- Ability to interact on an executive level with production, engineering, and senior management
- Capability to respond under stress and tight deadlines
- Track record of harnessing technology and on-screen innovations to unlock the economic value of broadcasting live sports
- Ability to manage and strategically prioritize numerous projects and problem-solve in a fast-paced business environment
- Drive for results, while remaining ever-focused on serving sports fans of all backgrounds
- Understanding of media rights and how to drive economic value through sponsorship inventory
- Knowledge of sports rights distribution
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
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The E.W. Scripps Company
(NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40 markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
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