Manager, Live Media

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Corporation

Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT FOX

We believe in the future of entertainment – across all platforms and for all audiences.

FOX has always given unfettered access to the moments that have collectively captivated us.  The breaking story.  The unmissable final.  The outrageous touchdown.  The shocking cliffhanger. We changed the game on sports and news production.  Now we’re looking to change the game again.  We are pioneering the future of news, sports and entertainment in the digital realm.

It’s an audacious mission.  We’re challenging ourselves to be the first to do it - to disrupt the digital entertainment category and redefine the live experience for the next generation.  You will be part of a team with full permission to reinvent, disrupt, and build in a highly collaborative and transparent environment.  

FOX has always been an advocate for the disruptive spirit. And now we’re looking for like-minded people to push the boundaries on what entertainment can mean.  Join us to help make the best of sports, news, and entertainment more personal, more immersive, and more interactive than ever before.

ABOUT THE ROLE

FOX is seeking an experienced and dynamic Live Media Manager to oversee, manage, and support all live programming for its major broadcast and cable networks, with a strong emphasis on live sporting events across FOX, FS1, FS2, FSR, FSP, Fox Deportes, and Tubi. This leadership role demands a meticulous focus on event oversight, personnel management, and workflow optimization from preparation through live execution.

The Manager, Live Media will oversee, manage, and support the day-to-day operation for all Live programming for the multiple Broadcast and Cable Networks, serving as a key point of contact for client requirements and live event requests. This position requires coordinating with the Live Integration Team and broader Broadcast Operations staff to manage all on-air and off-air scenarios.

You will be responsible for ensuring that all linear and digital properties are fully prepared to support live events, including managing media aspects and implementing contingency planning for overrun scenarios. This role also includes responsibility for managing the necessary media delivery workflows and procedures that are required to support the Live Integration Team.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Event Oversight & Workflow Management

• Oversee, manage, and support the day-to-day operation of all live programming across FOX’s Broadcast and Cable Networks.

• Serve as a primary lead during FOX Network live events, overseeing all aspects of execution, coordination, and issue resolution in real time.

• Ensure that linear and digital platforms are accounted for and prepped for any overrun scenarios.

• Manage all media delivery workflows and procedures required to support live content and the Live Integration Team.

Personnel Management & Development

• Assist in scheduling technical operators, working closely with other departments to meet the labor demands of live sports broadcasts.

• Manage employees who will report directly to you.

• Collaborate with the team to produce schedule for Live Integration team, including the assignment and coordination of team members to ensure appropriate staffing coverage for regular programming and high-volume event days.

• Motivate and develop high-performing team member to deliver high-quality results.

• Inspire a culture of continuous learning, especially in emerging technologies.

Collaboration & Performance

• Act as a lead point of contact for client requirements and requests for live events.

• Partner with