Manager, Production

Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2023, Athletes Unlimited is a new model of pro sports, where athletes are decision-makers and individual players are champions of team sports. Athletes Unlimited owns and operates professional women’s softball, lacrosse, volleyball and basketball leagues featuring world-class competition and fan experience and stands out as an organization driven by the athletes that play in the leagues.  Athletes Unlimited is the first professional sports league to be organized as a Public Benefit Corporation.

We change the game with faster play, and new team rosters every week, delivering thrilling entertainment in which every moment counts. We provide our team of enthusiastic, collaborative innovators with a next-generation workplace with unlimited PTO, competitive health insurance, professional development opportunities, and more so that we can build the future of professional sports. Are you Unlimited?

Athletes Unlimited is looking for a Production Manager to perform duties to support live event coordination, execution of contractual obligations with regard to broadcast and partnerships, media day content shoots, and liaise with contractors including packagers on production needs. This role is full-time and will report to the SVP, Broadcast.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinating and supporting logistics of live-action and ancillary production coverage, including (but not limited to):
• In-season broadcasts
• In-season weekly drafts
• College drafts
• Ancillary content including media day and off day/in season shoots
• Coordinate with internal staff and contracted production team, including on-air talent
• Support executive producer and production talent with contract details, coordination of travel, and general logistics involved with production and operations
• Assist in assessing production performance and quality control
• Assist in Media Day planning, execution and follow up needs
• Ensure the fulfillment of all broadcast, sponsor, and non-profit contractual obligations

Requirements

• At least 5 years of previous experience with sports, live event operations, and/or broadcast operations required
• Ability to travel to each of our season locations, possibly for extended periods of time,  based on event responsibilities
• Ability to work nights and weekends when games air outside of “normal” working hours
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods with possible heavy lifting (~40 lbs.)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to communicate and work effectively across departments

Benefits

This role is full-time, remote and is compensated at a range of $55,000 to $62,000 annually. While this is the intended range, the actual compensation may vary based on several factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, and geographic location of the position. We anticipate the highest end of the range will be reserved for those who exceed the hiring committee’s expectations on all measures of the evaluation process. In addition, Athletes Unlimited is proud to offer comprehensive benefits and perks to all of our full-time employees, including:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness and Development benefit
• Caregiving benefit
• Unlimited paid time off alongside company holidays

OUR DEI STATEMENT

As a company, we share a vision to change the world for the better and believe in the power of sports to tear down barriers. We will Be Unlimited in our pursuit to intentionally create an environment where every individual can be their authentic self.

Research shows that women, trans, non-binary folks, and BIPOC are less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications. We strongly encourage you to apply even if your background is non-traditional or you might not meet every one of the qualifications described.

Athletes Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process based on race, religion, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, pregnancy status, parental status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.