Senior Vice President, Golf Production

Job Description

Responsibilities
Overview: The SVP, Golf Production is responsible for managing the production, both studio and remote, for the 24/7 sports network, Golf Channel. This role will report to the Executive Producer, Golf.

Based: Position will be based in Stamford, CT. Will be required to travel

Job Responsibilities:
• Oversee remote production of 80+ annual live tournaments and drive remote production transformation using new technology and transmission workflows
• Responsible for production, talent, and operations budgets for tournaments and studio programming on Golf Channel & Peacock
• Work with NBC Sports technology leaders to identify on-screen golf technology, analytics, and on-screen information
• Work closely with Tours to identify and develop next generation of on-air tournament and studio announcers
• Provide announcer and production feedback to studio and tournament teams to improve their impact
• Oversee News and Features team to assist in daily planning, budget and execution
• Work closely with GolfPass team to align Instruction and lifestyle content
• Work with Peacock content team to find increased synergies and live golf content opportunities
• Works with Executive Producer and EVP, Programming and Partnerships on maintaining close communication with governing bodies of golf

Qualifications/Requirements
• Minimum 15 years experience in network or cable sports production
• Experience in working with and maintaining partnerships with governing sporting bodies
• Must have a strong knowledge of Golf and the Tours
• Experience in building content strategies in partnership with other core departments
• Experience in managing budgets

Desired Characteristics
• Proven success in building and developing on-air talent
• Professional history in network sports
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment
• Demonstrates executive-level presentation, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of building content strategies
• BA/BS or equivalent experience

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rb1zwy-18-191-211-66-42 in your application.