Producer, OutKick

OutKick is a cutting-edge national multimedia platform that produces and distributes engaging content at the intersection of sports news, sports culture, and pop culture. OutKick’s stable of reporters, hosts, and contributors are accessible on OutKick.com as well as across video livestreams, social media, podcasts, and radio, reaching tens of millions of fans each month. Owned by FOX Corporation, OutKick was originally founded by Clay Travis.

About the role

As a Producer at Outkick.com, you will work on streaming shows about sports and sports culture in America. You will collaborate with a production and social media team to produce compelling daily shows and associated content across multiple platforms that resonate with viewers. This position reports to the Outkick.com Executive Producer.

Responsibilities

• Drive the content, development, and production for multiple daily shows streamed on Outkick.com and hosted by Outkick.com personalities.
• Ensure a digitally minded production approach, including the look and presentation of the show, aiming for a digital/podcast feel.
• Maximize content distribution across streaming, website, and social media platforms.
• Edit content as needed and create workflows that bridge production and the social team.
• Assist with ideation of thumbnails for YouTube and social content.
• Collaborate with show team members to achieve daily, short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals.
• Adopt and use A.I. tools for workflow efficiencies.
• Develop a close working relationship with the technical operations team.
• Participate in daily team meetings to strategize and produce shows that drive national sports and pop culture conversations.
• Generate and book daily guest ideas.
• Handle all aspects of pre-production, including pre-taped segments, package approval, and reporter scripts.
• Write and edit scripts as needed.
• Guide the technical crew through each element of the show using clear instructions.
• Work closely with show hosts across all facets of production.

Requirements

• Digital/newsroom experience.
• Passion for digital and social media.
• Innate knowledge and passion for sports and sports culture.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a remote or distributed environment.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines.
• Strong ability to identify stories that perform well socially and align with the "OutKick Lane," translating across platforms like Outkick.com and its social media channels.
• Degree in Journalism or a related field preferred.
• Willingness to adopt and use A.I. tools for workflow efficiencies.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $83,000.00–$100,000.00 annually, with the final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Additional benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents (benefits for union-represented employees will follow the applicable collective bargaining agreement).