Content Production Lead, Local Media

WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week.

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Position Summary

The Content Production Lead, Local Media is responsible for the operational execution of the NBA’s local game and studio productions as part of the league’s Local Media organization . Reporting to the General Manager, this role will lead live production, including game broadcasts, studio programming, talent and content integration, and innovation, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and locally relevant content across all team markets.

This role will oversee production teams, on-air talent workflows, and show execution while partnering closely with Production Technology, Broadcast Engineering & Operations, Programming, and Distribution to deliver a seamless end-to-end viewing experience. The role is critical to elevating the local fan experience, driving viewership, brand affinity, and establishing a new standard for NBA-controlled local broadcasts.

Major Responsibilities

Lead live game and studio production across NBA local markets, ensuring consistent, high-quality execution at scale

Oversee producers, directors, production managers, content planners, and on-air talent workflows across all local broadcasts

Establish scalable production models in partnership with Production Technology and Broadcast Engineering

Drive consistency across markets while enabling team-specific customization and local storytelling

Partner with Content Planning, Programming & Business Operations to align production with scheduling, priorities, and cross-platform content strategies

Collaborate with Distribution teams to ensure production output meets platform requirements and optimize viewer experience across linear and digital channels

Work closely with Production Technology to inform system design based on real-world production needs and workflows to ensure smooth execution of all productions, including clear escalation paths and issue resolution

Lead talent strategy , negotiation and execution, including announcers, analysts, and integration of player/creator-driven formats

Develop and scale new content formats, including alternative broadcasts, digital-first productions, and creator-led experiences

Drive innovation in live production, including graphics, data integration, and enhanced viewing experiences that increase engagement and viewership

Lead the Content Planning team to execute team-by-team tentpole calendars that are thoughtfully planned, produced, executed and mana ged across the Local Media team and its partners

Build and manage production staffing models across markets, balancing centralized and local resources for efficiency and quality

C reate a culture of consistent coaching and feedback across talent and the full content team

Serve as a key member of the Local Media leadership team, contributing to overall strategy, transformation, and execution under the General Manager

Required Education/Professional Experience

12+ years of experience in live sports production, including game and/or studio production

Bachelor’s degree in Media Production , Communications, or a related field preferred

Proven leadership overseeing large-scale, multi-market or network-level production operations

Experience managing producers, directors, and on-air talent in high-volume live environments

Demonstrated success leading production organizations through operational change or transformation

Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, technology, and distribution teams

Budget management experience across production operations

Experience negotiating talent and vendor agreements

Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes

Deep expertise in live sports production, including game workflows, control room operations, and storytelling

Strong editorial judgment and ability to define and maintain production standards at scale

Experience operating across both traditional broadcast and digital/streaming environments

Ability to manage high-volume, concurrent live productions with consistency and quality

Strong leadership and team-building capabilities across distributed production teams

Established history of creating a culture of consistent feedback and coaching across all levels

Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly with technology, engineering, and distribution partners

Experience developing innovative formats and enhancing fan engagement through production

Strong operational discipline, including planning, staffing, and execution under tight timelines

Financial acumen, including budget management and resource optimization

Salary Range

$285,000 - $375,000

Job Posting Title

Vice President

Employees currently are eligible to receive an annual discretionary performance bonus, awarded at the sole discretion of the Company and subject to any terms and conditions set by the Company. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company-sponsored employee benefit programs: medical; dental; vision; life/AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; fertility and family-forming assistance; wellbeing allowance; educational assistance; mental health coaching/therapy; tax advantaged accounts such as HSA and healthcare/dependent care FSAs; a 401(k) retirement plan; and time off benefits that include vacation, sick time, and personal days.

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About the NBA

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. NBA rosters at the start of the 2024-25 season featured a record-tying 125 international players from a record-tying 43 countries. NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. NBA Cares, the NBA’s global social responsibility platform, partners with renowned community-based organizations around the world to address important social issues in the areas of education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness.