Manager, Production Management - LIVE Sports

About This Role

This role oversees the end-to-end operations of Netflix's expanding live sports content, ensuring smooth execution of high-profile events. It involves supporting both partner-managed and potentially self-managed opportunities, acting as a network touch point to effectively support and manage external producing partners. The position brings top-tier live sports production experience and expertise, supporting overall live team production operations and technical strategy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end production, supporting the execution of high-profile live sporting events from inception to final delivery
• Streamline workflows by collaborating with internal operations and technical teams to optimize live content production processes
• Work closely with key internal stakeholders across Content, Post, Finance, Business Affairs, Tech, Engineering, Events, and several other teams
• Assist in identifying and sourcing high-quality external production companies, producers, vendors, facilities, locations, sporting leagues, and BTL crew in the sports industry
• Work closely with EICs and line producers to prepare and vet show budgets and schedules, providing feedback internally and externally on viability and risks
• Oversee schedules, key crew, and production budget, along with providing guidance and best practices across all facets of the production
• Research and evaluate domestic and international filming locations that best align with creative vision, budget, and logistics, along with tax incentive opportunities
• Support internal and external meetings to maintain alignment with Marketing, Publicity, Photo/AV Studio, Safety, Security, Events, Ads, Sponsorships, Integrated Marketing, etc.
• Stay flexible and proactive in adjusting to changing circumstances, embracing new challenges, and driving innovation
• Participate in offsites, training sessions, and team-building events for internal and external groups
• Create and design studio decks, spreadsheets, and tech assessments alongside production, finance, and tech teams
• Work closely with internal operations and technical teams, as well as other production executives, to streamline workflows across all apps within Netflix

Requirements

• 10+ years experience working in production management at a network or production company
• Live Sports production experience
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and a high volume of responsibilities and projects (from evaluation to production through delivery)
• Courage to take educated risks while thinking outside

Important Details

• Team: Working closely with key internal stakeholders across Content, Post, Finance, Business Affairs, Tech, Engineering, Events and several other teams