Live Sports Programmer
Apple is a place where extraordinary people gravitate in order to do their best work. Together we craft products and experiences people once couldn't have imagined - and now can't imagine living without. If you're excited by the idea of making a real impact, join our team as our new Live Sports Programmer. The ideal candidate will be deeply versed in Formula 1, and inspired at the prospect of playing a key role in evolving the experience of the sport. Come be a part of one of the most exciting and fastest-growing areas at Apple.
Description
The Live Sports Programmer is a crucial member of the team responsible for editorial live coverage of Formula 1 on the Apple TV app. This role requires collaboration across various departments. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience as a digital, social, or video producer or sports journalist. They should also have a proven track record of working for an F1 team, the league, or network on live event coverage. Additionally, they should possess strong skills in strategizing and publishing F1 content and real-time highlights during live broadcasts.
If you're passionate about racing, love working with highlights and eager to lead our editorial live coverage, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
","responsibilities":"Lead editorial coverage of F1 broadcasts, including live clipping (studio shows/track events).
Strategize, plan, and produce F1 content curated for our US audience across our app and ecosystem.
Performs the role with an 'always on' approach, constantly monitoring sports featuring.
Project plan and adhere to live sports deadlines across the TV app and sports ecosystem.
Daily collaboration with partner leagues and internal live sports engineering, product, design, localization, and operations teams.
Work with a sense of urgency to clear out inboxes and keep teams unblocked with kindness and clear communication.
Preferred Qualifications
A self-starter who can work with little oversight while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
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Demonstrate grit, passion, and equity across sports programming tasks. The right candidate should be both a fan and someone who wants to advance the sport.
Final Cut/Premiere fundamentals are a plus.
Bilingual candidates preferred (English & Spanish).
Minimum Qualifications
At least 6-8 years of professional work experience, with at least two years in a role that included planning and programming F1 editorial/digital/social content.
Deep understanding of sports with an emphasis on F1, MLS, and MLB.
Fan-focused with elite editorial instincts and reflexes across dayside and live coverage.
BA or BS degree in journalism, marketing, or another related field.
Willingness to work hours as dictated by the F1 calendar. This is not a 9-5 p.m. M-F role.
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