Location: Woking (Contract, with flexibility to work remotely on select days, and potential FT role longer term)
Company: Limitless Broadcast
Production Manager – Live Sports
Company Description
At LIMITLESS, we empower producers to create without boundaries - building powerful, flexible, and scalable production workflows for a fast‑paced world.
We’re leading the charge in remote and sustainable production, redefining how live sport is captured, connected, and delivered.
Our focus is on innovation, creativity, and collaboration - enabling our teams to shape a future where imagination is the only limit.
If you thrive in live environments, love solving complex challenges, and are driven to deliver world‑class content, this is your place.
Role Overview
The Production Manager plays a pivotal role in the planning, coordination, and delivery of live sports broadcasts – ensuring every production is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest editorial and technical standards.
You’ll be the central link between production, editorial, technical teams, and clients – managing all logistics from pre‑production through to live transmission and post‑event wrap‑up.
This role demands both strategic oversight and on‑the‑ground adaptability, focusing on risk management, financial control, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Management
* Lead and manage all logistical, financial, and operational aspects of live sports productions.
* Develop detailed production schedules, call sheets, and logistics plans.
* Manage travel, accommodation, and accreditation for crews and talent.
* Liaise with event organisers, rights holders, and broadcasters to ensure compliance with production requirements.
* Mentor Production Coordinators and Assistants, supporting their development.
* Report production and planning risks to your line manager.
Budgeting & Financial Control
* Create, manage, and reconcile production budgets.
* Negotiate rates with freelancers, suppliers, and facilities providers.
* Process purchase orders, expenses, and cost reports in line with company policies.
* Ensure all third parties are contracted according to HMRC guidelines.
* Report monthly financials to accounts and raise any financial risks to management.
Technical & Operational Coordination
* Work closely with technical teams on OB (Outside Broadcast) requirements including galleries, cameras, comms, and connectivity.
* Oversee health and safety compliance and risk assessments at live venues.
* Ensure correct insurance, permits, and clearances are in place.
* Manage release forms for any on‑camera contributors (including comms and presentation staff).
Team & Talent Management
* Hire and manage production staff, freelancers, runners, and coordinators.
* Schedule and brief on‑screen talent and commentators.
* Foster strong communication across production, editorial, and technical teams.
On‑Site & Live Event Duties
* Act as the main point of contact on‑site for logistical and operational issues.
* Troubleshoot and adapt quickly to live broadcast challenges.
* Oversee post‑event debriefs and ensure lessons learned are captured.
Qualifications & Experience
* Proven experience in live sports production management.
* Strong skills in production planning, workflow management, and logistics coordination.
* Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organisational abilities.
* Confidence managing budgets, schedules, and cross‑functional teams.
* Familiarity with remote production technology or live broadcast workflows is an advantage.
* Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Production, Operations Management, or a related field.
Why LIMITLESS
* Be part of a team shaping the future of live production.
* Work on high‑profile sports broadcasts with an innovative, fast‑moving crew.
* Join a company with a 60% female workforce, passionate about diversity, creativity, and sustainability.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
* Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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