Director, Broadcast & Content Operations, Colorado Rapids

Job Title: Director, Broadcast and Content Operations  

Department: Soccer – Digital Media – Colorado Rapids

Business Unit: KSE

Location: Commerce City, CO—Dick’s Sporting Goods Park

Reports To: VP, Media   

Employment Type: Full Time – Salary - Exempt

Supervisor Position: Yes 

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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, 1STBANK Center, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam. 

Nature of Work:

The Director of Broadcast & Content Operations is responsible for managing the club’s Broadcast sub-department, including the daily planning, communication, and deliverables associated with the club’s local and national media partners.

The ideal fit for this role is collaborative, organized, solutions-oriented individual who prioritizes communication and teamwork above everything. This person should have extensive experience in the broadcast field and have managed staff, on-air talent, video production workflows, sets, logistics and content deliverables on varying timelines. 

This person should have a passion for improving broadcasts, is excited about leading efficient teams and is eager to champion the sport of soccer and soccer fan culture. 

Examples of work performed:

• Implement and oversee communication, workflows, content delivery and best practices for television, streaming and radio broadcast partners
• Work with editorial, fan development, content, and communications stakeholders to improve broadcasts and deliver content to support club messaging and business objectives
• Coach and mentor staff with a focus on professional development, content production, and industry best practices
• Oversee freelance, contract and in-house talent including scheduling, budgeting, staffing and development
• Collaborate with internal and external parties to help deliver the best matchday broadcast experience possible for fans around Denver and the world
• Manage timeline, production, and logistics for weekly, monthly and annual video content deliverables for all broadcast partners with a focus on Apple’s “Season Pass” streaming service
• Oversee and execute any livestreams including communication, scheduling and workflows
• Oversee club asset collection, distribution and archiving for video/photo assets
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver video content and talent for key club events
• Oversee the broadcast feed and archiving for first team home and away matches
• Ensure delivery of melt footage, press conferences and other highlight material to various parties on matchday
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of MLS Commercial Guidelines, MLS In-Market Operations Manual and other MLS, MLS Next Pro, MLS Next, CONCACAF and FIFA rules, regulations, and standards

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority. 

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Typical office conditions
• Lift 50 lbs. daily
• Work in extreme weather conditions
• Work unusual hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Occasional travel

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years managing and leading staff including on-air talent, videographers and producers
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in broadcast, media or related field
• Organized and punctual leader who is accustomed to overseeing logistics, meeting deadlines and navigating challenges
• Excellent communicator capable of developing and managing relationships across many different personalities
• Experience working with talent and desire to create strong team cult