Producer, OutKick

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Outkick

OutKick is a cutting-edge national multimedia platform that produces and distributes engaging content at the intersection of sports news, sports culture and pop culture. OutKick’s stable of reporters, hosts and contributors are accessible on OutKick.com as well as across video livestreams, social media, podcasts, and radio, reaching tens of millions of fans each month. Owned by FOX Corporation, Outkick was originally founded by Clay Travis. For more information, please visit www.OutKick.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a dynamic, creative, and hardworking Producer to join Outkick.com. 

OutKick is a leading national media platform that produces and distributes engaging content at the intersection of sports, pop culture, and politics. OutKick content and contributors, which are accessible on OutKick.com as well as across video live streams, social media, podcasts, and radio, reach tens of millions of fans each month. Originally founded by Clay Travis, OutKick is a FOX Corporation company. For more information, please visit www.OutKick.com.

As a Producer at Outkick.com, you have the opportunity to work on streaming shows about sports, sports culture, and pop culture. You will work with a production team that will be tasked with producing compelling shows daily which will resonate with viewers. You will also create content each day for Outkick.com from these shows.

This position reports to the Outkick.com Senior Producer. 

**You MUST include a cover letter to express why you are interested in this particular role.**

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be a driver of the content, development, and production for multiple daily shows streamed on Outkick.com and hosted by Outkick.com personalities.

• Being a digitally minded producer is a must. This includes everything from the look of the show to how it's presented. We are looking for a digital/podcast feel and look.

• Work to maximize our content across streaming, website, and social media platforms.

• Understanding the basics of Premiere Pro is a must. As a digitally minded producer, you will be required to edit from time to time and create a workflow that bridges the gap between production and our social team.

• Help with the ideation of thumbnails for social content.  

• Work closely with other show team members to achieve daily, short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals

• Should have experience mentoring team members.

• Develop a close working relationship with our technical operations team.

• Participate in daily team meetings to develop strategies to produce shows which drive the national sports and pop culture conversation.

• Generate daily guest booking ideas and help book those guests. 

• Handle all aspects of pre-production (pre-taped segments, package approval, reporter scripts)

• Write/copy edit scripts as needed

• Guide the technical crew through each element of the show using calm and clear instructions.

• Keep the host on time using clear and effective cues.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• At least 5 years of digital/newroom experience.

• Must have a passion for all things social. You should live in the digital/social world

• Having an innate knowledge of sports and sports culture world is a must.

• Excellent organizational skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively in an environment where you and most may be remote.

• You are detail-oriented and able to work under pressure, meeting multiple daily deadlines.

• Strong ability to recognize stories that will work well socially and float within the "OutKick Lane." This content should translate across multiple platforms like the Outkick.com website and Outkick.com social media channels 

• Degree in Journalism or related field preferred

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $61,600.00-86,600.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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