VP, Local Media Production

The Vice President, Local Media Production for will play a key leadership role in managing and overseeing the day-to-day television broadcasts for individual MLB teams. This position will work closely with SVP, MLB Teams, Coordinating Producers, Producers, Directors, and On-Air Talent to ensure high-quality and engaging broadcasts that align with the network’s standards. The VP will offer feedback, develop talent and ensure smooth communication across all stakeholders, while also fostering creative and innovative approaches to sports broadcasting.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between MLB and production personnel and individual Major League Baseball teams for all production-related matters.
• Manage assigned freelance Coordinating Producers to ensure that they are adhering to MLB’s standards for all Broadcasts. This includes, but is not limited to, the development of their individual career growth.
• Lead the recruitment and hiring process for top-level on-air talent and production personnel, ensuring that the Network attracts and retains the best in the industry. Collaborate with Major League Baseball teams to negotiate competitive rates and contract terms that align with both talent expectations and budgetary constraints, while fostering strong relationships with agents and management to facilitate smooth negotiations.
• Provide direct feedback and mentorship to On-Air Talent, Producers, and Directors to enhance the quality of programming.
• Hold regularly scheduled meetings with Coordinating Producers to discuss performance, production goals, and team-specific broadcast needs.
• Work closely with the MLB Network Coordinating Producer to address the day-to-day needs of broadcasts, ensuring seamless execution of live events. This includes coordinating production schedules, resource allocation, and troubleshooting any operational challenges that may arise during broadcasts. Maintain open lines of communication to align on production objectives, quality standards, and innovative strategies to enhance viewer experience.
• Ensure all broadcasts are consistent in quality, adhere to the league and network’s brand standards, and maintain the highest levels of professionalism and viewer engagement.
• Collaborate with Producers and Directors to ensure all technical, creative, and logistical aspects of the broadcasts are properly executed.
• Assist in any other broadcast packages that are assigned to the Local Media Group.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, storytelling techniques, and production methods to enhance the viewer experience.
• Monitor ratings, audience feedback, and other key performance indicators to continually improve production and content delivery.
• Assist and help oversee budgets, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of personnel and equipment for each broadcast.
• Foster a collaborative and creative working environment across teams, ensuring consistent communication and problem-solving.
• Other such duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in remote sports broadcasting, with at least 5 years in a leadership or executive role.
• Proven experience working in live television production, ideally within professional sports (Major League Baseball experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of all aspects of television production, including directing, producing, and talent management.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple teams and provide clear feedback.
• Ability to travel regularly and work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in line with the baseball season.
• Deep knowledge of baseball and a passion for the sport is highly preferred.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities in high-pressure, live broadcast environments.
• Proven track record of innovation and creativity in sports broadcasting.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to inspire and lead a team toward achieving common production goals.
• Must demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills, and the ability to develop talent internally.
• Proven ability to understand creative concepts and build processes that ensure timely delivery of desired content.
• Ability to travel domestically and internatio