Production Executive, Premier League Productions

Job Description

Who We Are:

At IMG, our Studios business use content and technology to power the world's passion for sport, working with global clients including The Premier League, The R&A, DP World Tour, Euroleague Basketball and Major League Soccer. We've built Europe's best-connected broadcast centre at Stockley Park, London, distributing 35,000 hours of content globally and creating some of the world's best sporting coverage. Our facilities include four broadcast studios, fifty edit suites and a multitude of radio, podcast, dubbing and VFX facilities, with specialisms in remote production and carbon reduction thanks to our Green to Screen initiative. Whether it's live coverage, archive, highlights, social media, branded content or feature films, we give the audience a front row seat to the best sport in the world.

What You'll Do:

At Premier League Productions we create, produce and distribute all 380 Live Premier League matches, programming, digital and creative content for the most watched football league in the world. As the international broadcast partner of the Premier League, we work closely in partnership with the world's leading broadcasters to ensure the Premier League remains the most watched, valued and admired league in the world.
Our purpose is to be vital to the Premier League, inspire and entertain every football fan across the world. We are passionate about what we do - creating the very best in sports content with a forward-thinking approach.

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Digital & Creative team for an experienced high performing Production Executive to lead a team of creative Line Producers, Production Managers, Production Coordinators, Production Assistants and freelancers. This role requires strong inclusive, inspiring leadership, collaborative problem- solving, analytical insight and a passion for excellence while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Reporting into the Head of Production, this position is ideal for someone with a track record of managing a large team with significant digital and creative output. The successful candidate will possess strong organisational, communication and management skills alongside a drive to push creative boundaries whilst optimising efficiencies.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a permanent contract based our facility in Stockley Park, Uxbridge. This role will involve late starts/finishes and weekend /bank holiday working where necessary.

Applications will close on Sunday 1st December at 11.59pm UK Time.

Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:
• Ensure all production, content and project deliverables are met, on budget & fully compliant,
• Accurate financial planning & reporting,
• Negotiate and manage supplier relationships, not limited to VFX, Grade, Design and Audio, to ensure we optimise the products and services available, and contractual performance obligations are met,
• Lead, motivate, inspire and develop the production management team including appraisals, succession planning and ongoing coaching and development,
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to ensure briefs are understood, requirements are captured, and expectations are met,
• Oversee and perform project management duties to a high standard, ensuring that critical deadlines are met and high-quality outcomes achieved.
• Development and implementation of new systems & processes
• Drive an inclusive culture allowing everyone to bring their authentic selves to the workplace

Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

You Will Have The Following Strengths:
• Proven experience of managing legal, commercial, H&S & compliance within a live, factual and commercial production environment.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and ability to drive through & adapt to new technology/workflows.
• Experience of postproduction workflows across all levels of production from in house promos, to commercials that require conforms/VFX/Grade and audio.
• Diplomatic and able to influence without authority across a range of stakeholders.
• Experience as a Production Executive / Senior Production Manager/Line Producer.
Our Vision – Power the World's Passion for Sport.
Our Mission – Be Vital. Work as one.

And Our Values:
• We are BOLD and not afraid to take risks.
• We are PASSIONATE and proud of our legacy.
• We are DYNAMIC and constantly evolving.
• We are AUTHENTIC and human.
• We are UNITED in our pursuit of excellence.

Benefits:
• Income protection
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Virtual GP
• Pension contribution
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Dental insurance
• Green car scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidized office canteen
• Free breakfast
• Free on-site parking at Stockley Park office
• Eye Care
• Endeavor Wellness - lunch and learn events
• EAP (Employee Assistant Programme) - range of practical and emotional support services
• Critical Illness cover
• Financial Wellbeing
• Health Cash Plan
• Subsidized gym membership / Class-pass/ GymPass
• Health Screening
• Will Writing
• Dynamic office environment with great people!
• Regular team and company networking events/celebrations
• Access to free tickets to sporting and entertainment events
• Tech Scheme
• Taste Card
• Travel Insurance

The Process:

We appreciate the time take to apply for the role and your recent interest in IMG. We will review all applications and will be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, due to volume we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.
• Tele/Virtual Interview – up to 30 mins with member of talent acquisition team
• 1st stage interview - Virtual/in person – Head of Production, PLP and Head of Digital, PLP
• 2nd stage interview – Head of Production, PLP and Head of Creative, PLP

Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world's diverse voices.  

Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjken2-18-224-52-108-42 in your application.