BROADCAST PRODUCER JOB DESCRIPTION

A Broadcast Producer manages the full production lifecycle from the moment a creative brief arrives to the moment final assets are delivered on air or online. Vendors need contracts, creative teams need a production anchor, and clients need someone who can hold a budget and a deadline at the same time. That pressure is the job. In integrated agency environments, this role oversees video, photo, multimedia, and broadcast content across concurrent client portfolios - often working within union agreements such as ACTRA - while keeping every stakeholder informed and every deliverable on track.

As the Broadcast Producer, you translate creative briefs into structured production plans, manage vendor relationships, and ensure all broadcast and content deliverables reach clients on time and within agreed scope. You work across Creative, Account Services, and Media teams, serving as the production authority on every project from concepting through post-production.

Career Impact: Owning vendor negotiation and budget sign-off across integrated campaigns builds the kind of production credibility that agency creative directors and clients actively seek at the senior level.

Business Impact: When production schedules hold and scopes of work are accurate, client campaigns launch on time - a direct outcome this role controls on every engagement.

Growth Opportunity: Producers who master integrated broadcast delivery and US commercial production open pathways to Senior Broadcast Producer and Executive Producer titles within network and independent agency environments.

• Lead production planning for broadcast and multimedia projects from creative brief through final delivery.
• Develop scopes of work, production schedules, and budget documentation for each client engagement.
• Negotiate vendor contracts based on project scope, timeline, and alignment with the creative vision.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Creative, Account Services, and Media throughout all production phases.
• Monitor quality control at each production stage to ensure output meets client and brand standards.
• Communicate production milestones, deliverables, and schedule changes to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior production team members on workflow, documentation, and vendor management practices.
• Review invoices and actualize budgets at project close to ensure financial accuracy and reporting.

• Bachelor's degree in film, media production, communications, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3 or more years of broadcast and integrated production experience, with direct client-facing responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to develop Statements of Work, production budgets, and detailed project timelines.
• Experience selecting, contracting, and managing external production vendors including directors, editors, and music companies.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple concurrent projects.
• Proven attention to detail in documentation, scheduling, and deliverable tracking across all production phases.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues independently and escalate appropriately when dependencies are blocked.

• Experience working within union production frameworks, including familiarity with ACTRA or comparable agreements.
• Background in integrated agency environments managing campaigns across video, digital, and multimedia channels simultaneously.
• Prior experience producing US commercials or cross-border content for clients in Canada and the United States.
• Demonstrated comfort serving as a consultative scoping partner for new production requests from internal stakeholders.

• On-time delivery rate across concurrent client production projects.
• Budget variance at project close, measured against approved scope and actuals.
• Vendor contract turnaround time from brief receipt to signed agreement.
• Number of revision cycles per deliverable, reflecting accuracy of initial creative interpretation.
• Client milestone adherence rate across all active production schedules.
• Typical tools: Video editing and compositing software (commonly Adobe Premiere or After Effects); office and project management software (commonly Microsoft Office or equivalent).

• Base Salary Range: $65,000 to $95,000 annually depending on experience and agency size.
• Bonus: discretionary performance bonus, typically 5 to 10 percent of base.
• Equity: not typical at this level in agency environments.
• Health Benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage standard.
• PTO: 15 to 20 days annually plus standard public holidays.
• Common Perks: Production tool subscriptions, professional development budget, and hybrid work arrangements.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and local law. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process may request them at any time. A background check is required as a condition of employment for all positions. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

The Broadcast Producer owns end-to-end live production for Organized Play and esports, building stream schedules, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring all shows deliver on time and within budget. Working closely with internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders, this role shapes the viewer experience through new broadcast technology and provides performance analysis that informs future productions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead live broadcast productions for Organized Play and esports ensuring projects remain on track and in budget.
• Create and manage production schedules and deliverables ensuring on-time delivery of assets and successful execution of shows in person and online.
• Develop and manage stream schedules in coordination with internal and external stakeholders and vendors.
• Communicate all pertinent broadcast information with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure broadcasts meet brand, legal, and game standards.
• Create pitches and show scripts for new broadcast initiatives.
• Investigate, propose, and implement new broadcast technology to improve the viewer experience.
• Oversee onsite execution of live broadcast initiatives including domestic and international travel.
• Track performance, create regular reports, and provide analysis and insights based on broadcast metrics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5 to 7 years of related professional experience.
• Experience managing live broadcast productions including contracting for production vendors and talent negotiation.
• Experience designing overlays, scripts, run-of-shows, videos, talking points, storyboards, and other assets to facilitate competitive broadcasts.
• Experience supporting at least 300 hours of live broadcasts and onsite production support of at least 15 live broadcasts.
• Expert knowledge of live competition show flow and common tournament formats including single elimination, double elimination, swiss, round robin, and multi-phased events.
• Expert knowledge of streaming and video-on-demand platforms including Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Suite products and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of streaming software solutions such as xSplit and OBS.

Embedded within a creative agency, the Broadcast Producer conducts a team of talented people to bring ambitious integrated campaigns to life with a strong focus on broadcast. Working closely with creative, account management, and production departments, this role delivers projects from brief to completion at the highest standard while contributing to a culture of inclusivity and quality output.

Core Functions

• A passionate creative problem solver, who will drive forward the creative agenda and push for craft in big ideas.
• Lead a team of talented people to bring ambitious integrated campaigns to life with a strong focus on broadcast.
• Make projects run to the highest standard from brief to delivery.
• Monitor quality control and timings to ensure best possible output on time and on budget.
• Contribute to agency culture through inclusivity and kindness.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3 or more years of agency broadcast and integrated producer experience.
• Strong negotiation skills and high level of diplomacy.
• Ability to prioritise and take ownership of briefs.
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyse tasks from multiple points of view.
• Proficient in Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Curious and interested in innovative solutions and improving efficiencies within creative and production teams.
• Excellent attention to detail and collaborative approach with all departments including creative, account management, and production.

Reporting to agency leadership, the Senior Broadcast Producer manages all elements of commercial production for specific clients, from vendor selection and budget negotiation through to final delivery. Partnering with client and agency staff across every phase of the production schedule, this role ensures commercial output meets creative standards and deadlines while maintaining full financial control.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Interact with client and agency staff regarding client commercial needs.
• Manage all elements of commercial production for specific clients.
• Research and provide input into selection of production companies, directors, editors, music companies, and other vendors.
• Negotiate budgets with vendors and prepare budget presentations for clients.
• Schedule all phases of commercial production to meet client deadlines.
• Supervise, direct, and coordinate work activities for each project.
• Maintain control of all invoices and actualize budgets when necessary.
• Keep up to date with music, technology, and post-production trends.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or college diploma in a related field preferred.
• 4 to 6 years of experience as a Producer in a similar role.
• Experience dealing with ACTRA and related unions.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Must have craftsmanship in design, perceptivity, sensitivity, and imagination.
• Passion for the business and ability to think independently and quickly.
• Strong team player with ability to maintain the agency's values at all times.

Sitting at the intersection of creative strategy and production operations, the Broadcast Producer translates creative ideas into project plans and deliverables across video, digital, and multimedia content while staying within budget and schedule parameters. Operating across Creative, Account Services, and Media teams, this role enables concurrent projects to be delivered error-free and on budget while meeting all creative objectives.

Primary Duties

• Translate creative ideas into project plans and deliverables for video, digital, and related content while staying within budget and schedule parameters.
• Provide production oversight across video, photo, illustration, and multimedia throughout all stages from concepting to end-of-project analysis.
• Craft relevant documentation including proposals, scopes of work, production schedules, budgets, and change requests.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, providing oversight and support on all client deliverables.
• Communicate actively with Creative, Account Services, and Media teams on all aspects of production including milestones and deliverables.
• Select and negotiate outside vendor contracts based on scope, budget, timeline, and creative fit.
• Deliver multiple concurrent projects error-free, on time, and on or under budget while meeting creative objectives.

Experience and Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience in a production role with prior client-facing experience.
• Experience developing Statements of Work, budgets, staff plans, and timelines.
• Proficient in project management tools and methodologies.
• Effective negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Solution-oriented with strong critical thinking skills and ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Highly organised with keen attention to detail and ability to maintain composure in fast-paced environments.

A key member of the production team, the Senior Broadcast Producer leads broadcast projects and client portfolios with consistent accuracy in scopes and budgets while mentoring junior producers and video team members. Collaborating across clients in Canada and the United States, this role builds creative partnerships with external vendors and enables the Production Operations Lead to resource all work effectively.

Ownership Areas

• Provide production leadership for broadcast projects and client portfolios.
• Create broadcast content as a lead producer with consistent accuracy in scopes and budgets.
• Build and foster creative partnerships within the organisation and with external vendors.
• Collaborate with the creative team across clients in Canada and the United States.
• Respond to new production requests as a consultative scoping partner.
• Mentor junior producers and video team members on broadcast production.
• Collaborate with the Production Operations Lead to resource all work effectively.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in a related field or equivalent work experience in production, broadcast, content, or show development.
• 7 or more years of experience in broadcast production at an agency.
• Experience working at a network agency and producing US commercials is a plus.
• Experience working with clients in life sciences or pharma is an asset.
• Experience as an integrated producer is a plus if broadcast requirements are satisfied.

Consistent local broadcast coverage depends on the Broadcast Producer, who sets up and operates cameras, manages charter broadcast and YouTube livestream operations, and handles the full production cycle from on-location shoots through video editing and motion graphics. Based within a South Lake Tahoe area facility serving PEG channels and agency web portals, this role ensures technical reliability and a professional client-facing presence across all live and recorded output.

Technical Responsibilities

• Set up and operate cameras and control television switcher, graphics, and audio.
• Manage charter broadcast and YouTube livestream operations.
• Troubleshoot broadcast equipment and resolve technical issues.
• Trim and upload programming online and on-air.
• Program and schedule PEG channels and agency web portals.
• Set up and strike on-location shoots and remote productions.
• Edit video and create motion graphics.

Technical Qualifications

• Proficiency in live television broadcast and video production.
• Experience in control room environments.
• Knowledge of livestream and YouTube management.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and After Effects.
• Must reside in the South Lake Tahoe area with ability to drive to Minden and Truckee in all weather conditions.
• Professional appearance with an energetic, client-facing attitude.