Recurring - Remote Operations Producer II

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Job Posting Title

Recurring - Remote Operations Producer IIReq ID:

10149995Job Description:

Position Summary:

In this role, the Recurring Remote Operations Producer manages the execution of the operational, technical and logistical aspects of remote based sports television productions. The operations producer will be required to interpret, implement, and manage the application of departmental standards related to remote television broadcasts and their impact on the accuracy, cost, and timeliness of assigned events.

The Operations

Producer will lead and coordinate both event preparation as well as on-site oversight of all aspects of remote broadcasts from start to finish, in collaboration with Operations Management and Production. This role has a day count limit of 125 days in a year (fiscal year). This position is considered a non-exclusive staff position. As a non-exclusive staff hire, this position allows for work with other clients outside of Disney, provided the candidate is available for 125 days of work in accordance with all sport/event assignments

Responsibilities:

Oversees all operational and technical aspects of assigned remote events.
Provides guidance and training to Remote Operations staff, including Operations Coordinators and technical crew.
As on-site management of personnel, makes sure that ESPN Workplace Conduct and Safety Policies are followed, including vetting and authorizing any on-site personnel.
Ensures that appropriate timelines are met for technical and financial planning.
Create and build event specific paperwork, including surveys, tech books and post reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting.
Facilitate the troubleshooting of complex technical, operational and personnel issues as they arise on site. Follow up with appropriate support groups in relation to persistent and serious issues.
Oversees all on-site activity with crew, including the approval of time-entry, travel, and overtime.
Responsible for overseeing and addressing performance issues while on-site with crew, as necessary.
Possesses an advanced knowledge of current broadcast standards as well as potential future developments.
Attends industry events as assigned by Management in relation to specific assignments.
Assists in development and implementation of new technologies for assigned remote based events.

Required Qualifications:

Requires regular travel to remote events, which could include international locations.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays throughout the year in accordance with sport schedules.
Has knowledge of organization, procurement, financial, and logistics planning related to show creation.
Working knowledge of differing production models, as well as signal flow, scalability and transmission.
Has knowledge of developments in equipment technology and procedures.
Must have strong interpersonal skills, including voice and email communication, and conflict resolution skills.
Has and applies strong knowledge of the technical equipment requirements of ESPN’s remote operations functions.
Administers proper hiring and payment policies.
Operates within the defined goals of the Remote Operations department.
Maintains communication flow with peers in sharing best practices and maximizing third party vendor contacts.
Fluent in common computer based software programs used for data compilation, information distribution and presentations.

Preferred Qualifications:

7+ years of related technical and/or operational planning, on-site management and procurement experience.
Knowledge of technical software based tools, with relevance to broadcast planning.
Solid knowledge of comms workflow in relation to technical broadcast plan fulfillment.
Established relationships throughout the broadcast industry in relation to third party vendors and clients.

Required Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Information: (i.e. physical requirements, holiday, nights, weekend shifts, etc.)

Position requires ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays The hiring range for this remote position is $67,200 to $91,300 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.Job Posting Segment:

ESPN Content OperationsJob Posting Primary Business:

Production & Business OperationsPrimary Job Posting Category:

OtherEmployment Type

Part timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Remote Worker Location, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted

2026-05-06

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