Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Producer to help deliver high‑quality live and recorded Formula1 programming across F1TV and TrackTV. In this role, you will floor‑manage presenters and crew at global race events, support gallery operations, and help coordinate production workflows throughout the season. Reporting into the Senior Broadcast Director, you’ll work in fast‑paced, dynamic environments, ensuring our live broadcasts meet the highest editorial and operational standards while contributing creatively to world‑class motorsport coverage.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Production Planning & Coordination
o Support the planning and organisation of production assets, live shows and shoots across the F1 season.
o Work closely with production leadership to interpret briefs and deliver content for F1TV, TrackTV and related programming.
o Assist with logistical planning, ensuring production teams have the resources, scripts and assets they need.
* Floor Management & On‑Site Operations
o Lead floor management for presenters, crew and technical teams during live, rehearsal and pre‑recorded segments.
o Maintain a calm, controlled and professional environment on set, ensuring clear communication between gallery and on‑site teams.
o Liaise with technical teams to ensure infrastructure, studio setups and equipment needs are met.
o Travel globally to race events, overseeing on‑site workflows, supporting studio operations and assisting with rehearsals, technical tests and key race‑weekend features.
* Editorial & Production Support
o Contribute story ideas, visual concepts and editorial themes to enhance programming.
o Assist senior producers and directors in shaping running orders and ensuring scripts, assets and graphics are ready for broadcast.
o Guide editors, researchers and production assistants with clear and concise direction.
* Scripting, Research & Content Preparation
o Support presenters by preparing scripts, briefing notes and editorial materials.
o Conduct research and fact‑checking to ensure content is accurate, engaging and aligned with Formula1 editorial standards.
* Technical Awareness & Archive Knowledge
o Use F1’s archive and internal systems to source relevant footage and anticipate editorial needs.
o Support virtual, AR and virtual‑studio workflows by understanding how virtual elements integrate with live production.
* Teamwork & Cross‑Department Collaboration
o Work effectively within the F1 Production hierarchy, supporting colleagues across multiple broadcast teams.
o Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high‑quality content across platforms.
o Step in to support other production areas when needed, maintaining flexibility across the broadcast operation.
* Continuous Improvement
o Stay informed about developments across F1 and its support series.
o Review output to identify improvements, contributing to consistent production excellence.
What Are We Looking For?
Knowledge & Skills
* Strong understanding of live production galleries and broadcast communication.
* Knowledge of live timings, running orders and broadcast workflows.
* Understanding of broadcast graphics and their operational impact.
* Strong computer literacy (Excel, PowerPoint).
* Working knowledge of vision mixers, audio systems, comms, cameras, VT systems, lighting and graphics tools.
* Desirable knowledge of current TV production techniques and equipment.
* Ability to edit using Adobe Premiere or operate EVS.
* Advanced familiarity with modern broadcast systems.
Experience
* Minimum 5 years’ experience working in live broadcast (ideally sports).
* Proven experience floor managing presenters and crew on location.
* Desirable experience within sports broadcasting or multi‑platform live environments.
Qualifications
* Degree in Film/TV Production with a focus on live production, or Media studies with emphasis on TV production.
Personal Qualities
* Calmness under pressure, strong communication and excellent organisational skills.
* Enjoy working in fast‑paced environments, adaptable, curious, and eager to learn new skills.
* Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Clear‑thinking and reactive during live broadcasts.
* A strong communicator who works well within teams and with senior stakeholders.
* A self‑starter who can also follow direction when required.
* Willing to travel extensively and work flexible hours across global time zones.
* Professional, discreet and able to maintain confidentiality.
In This Role It Is Essential That You Are:
* Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Clear‑thinking and reactive during live broadcasts.
* A strong communicator who works well within teams and with senior stakeholders.
* A self‑starter who can also follow direction when required.
* Willing to travel extensively and work flexible hours across global time zones.
* Professional, discreet and able to maintain confidentiality.
Benefits
* Private Healthcare scheme
* Dental Care
* 4× Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
* Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
* A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding train stations near Biggin Hill
* Free healthy snacks in our offices
* Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
* 25days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
* Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in‑house Learning and Development team
* Discount on F1 merchandise
* Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
* Perkbox benefit portal and more
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