Senior Manager, Content Production
On-siteOceanside, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead year-round content strategy and production across Frontwave Arena properties, developing plans, calendars, and creative concepts that align with marketing campaigns and sponsorship obligations. Oversee the full lifecycle of video and photo content from concept through post-production, capturing high-quality footage for social media, digital platforms, and in-venue use while managing freelance talent and interns. Direct talent during shoots, coordinate equipment and locations, and ensure efficient delivery of polished stories that engage fans and support ticket sales. Manage Media Day operations, including shot lists, production planning, and post-production workflows, while maintaining digital asset libraries and organizing production materials. Work frequent nights, weekends, and holidays based on the event schedule.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Film, Digital Media, Marketing or related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience producing digital content, preferably within sports, entertainment or live events
- Exceptional video shooting and editing skills with a strong understanding of visual storytelling, pacing, composition, sound and post-production
- Demonstrated ability to take raw footage and independently produce polished, finished video content for multiple platforms
- Experience directing talent during interviews and promotional shoots
- Strong photography skills and proficiency with photo editing
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple creative projects simultaneously
- Experience leading freelancers, interns or creative teams
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating across departments
- Passion for sports, entertainment and live events
- Ability to stand, walk and move throughout an arena environment for extended periods
- Ability to work in fast-paced live event and production environments
- Ability to lift and transport production equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
- Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Portfolio or demo reel showcasing their video shooting, editing, storytelling and production experience
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, with strong knowledge of professional video editing and post-production workflows
- Experience with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop and Lightroom
- Experience producing content for professional or collegiate sports organizations
- Experience producing or leading team Media Days, photo days or large-scale content shoots
- Familiarity with Sony and Canon camera systems
- Strong understanding of professional camera, lighting and audio equipment
- Experience operating drones (FAA Part 107 certification preferred)
- Understanding of live event production and broadcast operations
- Knowledge of digital asset management and content organization best practices
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