Sr. Production Manager

NBC Sports is seeking a Senior Production Manager to lead the operational planning, logistics, and production management of its Premier League programming. Supporting one of the network’s flagship sports properties, this role serves as a strategic partner to Production, Talent, Operations, Technical Management, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to manage all aspects of studio and remote productions from pre-production through live event delivery. Based in Stamford, Connecticut, the Senior Production Manager reports to the Senior Director, Operations & Production, Premier League, and serves as a key member of the Premier League leadership team. This role drives operational excellence across studio and remote productions while fostering strong partnerships with the Premier League’s U.S. and U.K. offices, as well as internal stakeholders across NBC Sports. The position also supports fan engagement initiatives, marketing activations, league events, and strategic projects that enhance the fan experience, deepen audience engagement, and expand the Premier League’s presence across the United States. Key Responsibilities Lead production management for Premier League studio programming, remote productions, and related special projects. Partner with Production, Operations, Technical Management, Talent, Finance, league partners, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication, alignment, planning and coordination, and successful delivery of Premier League productions. Serve as an operational liaison between the Premier League U.K. and U.S. offices, NBC Sports, NBC Sports’ Monroe warehouse, vendors, venues, and other internal and external partners supporting fan engagement initiatives, activations, live events, and special projects. Oversee production logistics, including crew and talent travel, accommodations, credentials, catering, shipping, facilities, and on-site operational support. Develop, maintain, and communicate production schedules, call sheets, production documents, and other critical planning materials throughout the production lifecycle. Manage production budgets, including forecasting, expense tracking, invoice processing, purchasing card reconciliation, and financial reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility and accuracy. Coordinate vendor relationships, venue logistics, and production services to ensure operational readiness for studio and remote productions. Manage freelance staffing and crewing processes, ensuring productions are appropriately resourced and aligned with company policies and applicable labor requirements. Maintain accurate production records, planning documentation, and operational resources within shared systems to support collaboration and business continuity. Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, streamline workflows, and support continuous operational improvement across Premier League productions. Serve as a primary escalation point for operational challenges, resolving issues quickly and effectively during live broadcasts and events. Support studio and remote productions and marquee events, including Premier League match coverage, Premier League Mornings Live Fan Fests, the Premier League Summer Series, league activations, and other high-profile events and special projects.