Content Producer I - News

Your Opportunity!

Reporting to the Managing Editor, the Content Producer I is a multi-faceted position contributing to NESN news shows. The Content Producer I will produce sports highlights, propose and execute graphics and edit packages. On occasion, the Content Producer I may also contribute to remote events by overseeing and running the score bug including all sponsored elements.

About You

• You will:
  • Determine narrative of Red Sox, Bruins, Celtics and Patriots storylines and develop and edit entertaining highlights, segments, and packages
  • Evaluate player/coach sound and produce/edit packages for news and studio
  • Decide on most important plays for out-of-town highlights into Red Sox and Bruins coverage
  • Pitch and collaborate with show producers on graphic ideas for full pages, lower-thirds, topic bars, and rear projector images for assigned NESN news or studio show
  • Research editorial stats through game notes and websites, conceive original graphics and packages from that research, and determine how stats are presented in rundown templates and packages
  • Input content into template field in ENPS rundown through MOS.
  • Double-check accuracy of spelling, math and photo and graphical images associated with templates, highlights and packages
  • Protect NESN’s rights by citing source when graphical information or a quote is used from another media entity
  • Research and inputs content for quote boards into ENPS MOS rundown
  • Research stats, images and information for customized graphics and quality control customized graphics produced by Creative Services
  • Learn how the Ross Expression works in order to operate manually
  • Learn to shoot PMW 200 and PMW 500 cameras proficiently
  • Learn how to edit non-linearly on the Sony system
  • Maintain daily expertise on New England professional and college sports by reading newspapers and websites
  • Maintain graphic content archive with the ENPS to update or re-use graphics as warrants editorially
  • Successfully perform other duties as assigned by the Coordinating Producer and Supervising Producer
  • Embrace the NESN Core Values; People, Customer Focus, Adaptability, Teamwork, Diversity, Integrity, Accountability, Passion and Social Responsibility
• You have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Radio/TV/Film or equivalent work experience required.
  • 3+ years experience in sports television at a regional or national level
  • Strong sports knowledge of New England professional and college sports is necessary
  • Ability to research stats and accompany visual elements
  • Knowledge of ENPS is expected
  • Excellent written, verbal communication organizational skills are required
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook is necessary

Who We Are

NESN (New England Sports Network) is owned by the Boston Red Sox and Boston Bruins, and delivered to over 4 million homes throughout the six-state New England region and nationally as NESN National. The definitive source for New England sports programming, NESN consistently has been one of the top-rated regional sports networks in the country, with a reputation for innovative and award-winning production of sports events and specials.

Our professional environment is passionate, adaptable, creative, filled with aspiring individuals who are driven to grow with our company. Our core values are at the heart of who we are. We have a spontaneous and vibrant culture, and we truly believe in team spirit and collaboration.

NESN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans are especially encouraged to apply.