Executive Producer

CONTENT LEAD - SPORT

Whisper is a leading global production company, specialising in sports, unscripted and branded entertainment.

Our diverse team of over 270 team members work in offices across the UK and beyond, producing top level sports such as Formula One, UEFA and The Paralympics, as well as branded content, prime-time documentaries and entertainment quiz shows for a raft of broadcasters.

In 2023 Whisper won a BAFTA and was nominated for an International EMMY.

It's co-owned by Sony Pictures Television and is a seven-times Broadcast Best Places to Work.

We are looking for a dynamic Content Lead Producer to head up the Editorial Team on an exciting, brand new, international football channel.

This role is to oversee editorial across the delivery of both live and non-live programming for a new digital channel.

This post would suit a creative Executive or Series Producer, with proven experience of running a large Production team to deliver both live and non-live content on a daily basis, who can match that with a real passion for and knowledge of international football, especially the SPL.

Experience working on daily live and as-live, quick turnaround studio-based series essential.

The role is based in Kew and may involve travel to Cardiff and the Middle East for periods of time.

The role is to start ASAP and will run until end of May 2025.

Whisper is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. To lead the production of a daily live football magazine programme.
2. Manage the editorial team of Producers, APs and researchers.
3. Take editorial control over Running Orders, scripts, all VT and live studio content.
4. Shape strategy and editorial direction, keeping abreast of developments and trends in the genre space.
5. Ensure all content is of a first-class standard, thoroughly researched and factually correct.
6. Work effectively with other departments, clients and partners (both internal and external), maintaining Whisper’s excellent relationships and communication.
7. Ensure that the output complies with Whisper’s editorial, technical, design and accessibility standards, whilst always working to the company’s Health and Safety policy.
8. Uphold the reputation of the company by embodying the ethos of Whisper.
9. Build strong relationships with Whisper’s senior management & internal departments to ensure collaboration and support development.
10. Promote equality and diversity in the team and on-screen.

Please note that responsibilities may be amended, added to, or removed to reflect the changing needs of the production or organisation.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

1. Experience as an Executive Producer or Series Producer is essential.
2. Demonstrated ability and experience of producing live studio-based programming, ideally quick turnaround daily programmes.
3. Extensive sports knowledge, especially International football, ideally including the SPL.
4. Ability to lead, work within and get the best out of production teams, including developing on and off screen talent.
5. Experience with complex workloads, consistently prioritising and delivering to deadlines, reacting positively to changes and conflicts.
6. A working knowledge of project planning tools such as Asana, Slack equivalent.
7. A demonstrable level of creativity with the ability to bring a fresh new approach to creating engaging and evolving output.
8. Clear understanding of the logistical requirements of live TV and the ability to deliver a range of content.
9. Strong knowledge of Whisper’s editorial guidelines and other compliance policies.
10. Excellent communication and written skills, and a good attention to detail.
11. An understanding of the budgeting and resources required to deliver varied projects on budget.
12. Actively show a commitment to on and off-screen diversity.

Location:

The base for this position will be predominantly Kew, London.

Working Days:

5 day week, x4 days in office and x1 day WFH. This role will require a degree of flexibility and weekend working. You will be expected to work with the team to plan a schedule based on production requirements. There may be foreign travel to Cardiff and the Middle East. Lieu days will be given for any days worked over a five-day week. Whisper offer the option of flexitime hours subject to production requirements.

Start/End:

ASAP – end of May 2025

Salary:

Based on experience

Application Closing:

Friday 15th November

How to apply:

Please send your CV and covering letter telling us in your own way why you are the right candidate for this role.