The NFL Media office located in Inglewood, CA is seeking an Associate Producer to oversee the planning of video & graphics for segments in both NFL Network & Digital shows/events
Responsibilities
- Involved in all aspects of daily and weekly studio-based Network and Digital shows, particularly related to all video and graphics shown on air
- Work closely with show Producers, Segment Producers, and Senior Producers on show content
- Work in edit bays with an editor to produce high-end video material, packages, and opens
- Formulate and pitch ideas for show elements (edited pieces and/or specialty graphics) as well as segment topics in production meetings
- Work with NFL Media Group on-air talent to help plan video, graphics for segments on NFL Network & Digital shows/events
- Responsible for the development and implementation of on-screen graphics for various NFL Network & Digital shows and coverage, including breaking news, current NFL topics, and stats related to show content
- May be asked to reach out to various media outlets and other entities for film/video/still photos/sound to be used in edited pieces
- Adhere to the established production schedule to meet deadlines
- Must be able to multitask and balance multiple/shifting priorities
Required Qualifications
- At least 3-5 years of experience in related field
- Strong NFL knowledge (present day & historical)
- Strong editorial judgement and attention to detail/organizational skills
- A team attitude is mandatory in all tasks requested from the smallest to the largest
- Ability to decipher the most important and up-to-date information for all NFL stories
- Must be able to respond quickly under tight deadlines
- Strong understanding of workflows in control rooms and edit environments
- Strong writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
- Previous professional experience in TV production environment, including graphics, is strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of live TV production dynamics and working knowledge of the equipment and technologies used in control rooms and edit bays
- Good writing and copy-editing skills
- Technical knowledge required – must know what “works” on TV
Other Key Attributes / Characteristics
- Strong attention to detail required
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to solve problems and work independently as well as collaboratively
- Responsible for coaching Production Assistants, including (but not limited to) training on how to exercise proper editorial judgement, properly edit post-produced tapes, and execute graphics for live programming
- Oversee graphics built by VizRT operators
Travel
- Travel to certain NFL events may be required (5%)
Terms / Expected Hours of Work
- Must work at least 40 hours/week
- Overnight, weekend, and holiday hours are commonly expected
- Overtime may be required during the busiest times of the season
Salary / Pay Range
This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting, that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.
