WTA Media is a joint venture between DAZN and the WTA whereby WTA Media owns the International Broadcast Rights and is required to distribute all main draw singles matches to Broadcast stakeholders.
In 2024 there are49 tournaments, WTA Media (DAZN) will be the host broadcaster at 30tournaments, and also responsible for the successful production and delivery of the other 19tournaments, these are produced by independent domestic host broadcasters.
In addition to the live production, a Newsfeed will be produced across all tournaments and our in-house content team will produce WTA magazine programme, match highlights, and key digital content.
The Broadcast Manager will be part of a small but dedicated team, we are passionate about delivery and supporting each other is a key part of our success.
This role involves extensive international travel as we have an onsite presence at every WTA tournament.
The Broadcast Manager will work directly with the Senior Broadcast Managers on the set-up, planning and execution of the onsite broadcast operations totalling 49 tournaments in 2024, with 50 WTA tournaments on the 2025 calendar.
Key elements of this role include planning and executing all elements – pre, during and post tournament at 19/49 Non-Host Broadcaster Tournaments in the WTA Calendar, planning and executing the onsite broadcast operations of 30/49 Host Broadcaster Tournaments in the WTA Calendar and extensive Global travel (representing WTA Media onsite at more than 12 tournaments per year).
As our new Broadcast Manager your responsibilities will include:
End-to-end planning on designated non-Host broadcaster events, including.
Liaison with tournaments to confirm all necessary services are in place to facilitate distribution services, confirming costs and processing invoices post tournament.
Organising logistics for WTA Media crew and third-party onsite partners.
Leading non-HB's planning calls (after training) and covering all requirements across Broadcast, Production and Technical.
Coordination with onsite Production: Making sure running orders are maintained and the highest levels of production are adhered to
Presence on HB calls to discuss the Broadcast delivery requirements.
Supporting and combining roles/responsibilities with Production and Technical teams onsite at Host Broadcaster tournaments.
Main point of contact with Domestic Broadcaster regarding their onsite operation requirements, managing match access/delivery in accordance with the Tournament Option Ratecard.
Attendance of on-site scheduling meetings to set orders of play.
Managing Commentary rota's following order of play changes, rain delays etc
On-site trouble shooting.
Maintaining Tournament Reporting - Creating Tournament Tracking reports and Broadcaster selection telecast documents
Broadcaster Communications - sending out various Broadcaster communications, Telecast Forms, Broadcaster Manual, Onsite Match updates.
Post Tournament reporting - complete tournament reports/feedback forms internal and external that highlight any issues raised that will need examination ahead of the following year
Working closely with the Production Management ensure of Non- HB Tournament facilities costs are invoiced correctly
Management of Audience Data figures
Tracking Right Holders, ensure Broadcast obligations are met
Pre and post tournament reporting on tournament exposure
Communication to third parties
You'll have:
A desire to travel - possible travel to 12+ events per season / as required.
A proven track record of working on outside broadcasts and some experience in management of crews.
Excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive and collaborative mindset, problem solving attitude, willingness to adapt in an ever-changing environment to multiple tasks, attention to detail and a desire to learn.
An understanding of Broadcast transmission
Working with a diverse range of contacts in different global territories
Second language (is desirable but not essential)
An interest in Sport, and a good knowledge of tennis specifically
At DAZN, we bring ambition to life. We are innovators, game-changers and pioneers. So, if you want to push boundaries and make an impact, DAZN is the place to be.
As part of our team,you'll have the opportunity to make your mark and the power to make change happen. We're doing things no-one has done before, giving fans and customers access to sport anytime, anywhere. We're using world-class technology to transform sports and revolutionise the industry and we're not going to stop.
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AMBITIOUS – people who want to make a big impact and drive DAZN forward.
INVENTIVE – people with bright ideas who deliver great new experiences for our customers – and improvements for our business. People who come up with better, simpler ways of doing things.
PASSIONATE – people who are proud of our product, our content and our business – and love to shout about it. People who love what they do and show commitment every day.
BRAVE – people who take difficult decisions to help us focus on improving DAZN, our performance and our results.
SUPPORTIVE – people who know that we achieve more as a team than as individuals. People value inclusion and look out for each other, helping their colleagues enjoy their work and develop their careers. People who consider others before making decisions.
At DAZN, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values equality and diversity, where everyone can contribute and have their voices heard. This means hiring and developing talent across all races, ethnicities, religions, age groups, sexual orientations, gender identities and abilities.
Everyone has the opportunity to make change and impact our DEI journey by joining our ERGs: Proud@DAZN, Women@DAZN, Disability@DAZN and ParentZone.
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We look forward to hearing from you.
