• New York, New York
• Media
• $30-32/h
• Temp to Perm
•  Typical workday is approximately 10 hours
•  New

Job Description

Position
Sports Director (Fixed-term)

Summary
A Japanese broadcast production company is seeking a Sports Director. This role will primarily focus on directing live sports television broadcasts and related productions. The position is based onsite at a New York broadcast studio, with additional on-location operations in Los Angeles as required. Work will be conducted onsite at client locations.

Essential Duties
- Direct live sports television broadcasts as the primary TV Broadcast Director
- Oversee and coordinate all aspects of sports broadcast production, including pre-production, live production, and post-production workflows
- Collaborate closely with production staff, technical crews, and clients to ensure high-quality broadcast delivery
- Manage live broadcast operations in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- Participate in on-site production operations in New York and, when required, Los Angeles

Employment Type
- Fixed-term W-2 Employment (Trial Basis)
- Employment duration: Approximately 2–3 months (June through August 2026)
- Successful completion of the term may lead to consideration for full-time employment in 2027

Working Location
- Onsite at a New York broadcast studio
- Additional onsite operations in Los Angeles may be required
- This role requires onsite work at client locations

​​​​​​Compensation
- Hourly rate: USD $30–$32 per hour
- Typical workday is approximately 10 hours
- Overtime compensation will be paid in accordance with applicable federal and state law
- Total compensation will vary based on hours worked

Benefit
2027 (upon full-time employment): Insurance coverage provided, including overseas travel insurance

Qualifications
​​​​​​​- Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English (spoken and written)
- Professional experience in the video or broadcast industry
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in Film, Video Production, Broadcasting, or a related field
- Strong interest in sports and sports media

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a Television Broadcast Director
- Experience as a Field Director or Production Director
- Prior experience directing live sports broadcasts

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