Broadcast Operations Lead – Live Sports & Events

Lacrosse; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Workplace Banking Program

Social Activities

Job summary

Football Australia is seeking a Broadcast Operations Manager to lead the operational planning and delivery of broadcast activities across national teams, competitions and major events. You will work with broadcasters, rights holders and venues to ensure high-quality live and non-live coverage.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, budgeting support, and a drive to continuously improve workflows and broadcast capabilities within a growing footprint.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in broadcast operations or live sport.
• Strong understanding of live broadcast workflows and production environments.
• Experience working with broadcasters, rights holders and technical suppliers.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Experience managing budgets and service delivery outcomes.
• Experience in professional sport or football is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational planning and delivery of broadcast requirements across Football Australia competitions, national teams and major events.
• Manage relationships with broadcasters, rights holders, production companies and technical suppliers.
• Coordinate venue, production and connectivity requirements for successful broadcasts.
• Serve as the key operational contact for broadcast partners and stakeholders.
• Monitor broadcast performance and address operational issues as they arise.
• Support budgeting, supplier management and service delivery standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve broadcast systems, processes and workflows.
• Ensure high-quality experiences for broadcasters and production teams.
• Contribute to growth of Football Australia's broadcast capabilities and audience reach.

Skills

Broadcast ops

Live sport

Media production

Stakeholder mgmt

Planning

Education

Broadcasting degree

Media qualification

Job description

Football Australia is seeking a Broadcast Operations Manager to lead the operational planning and delivery of broadcast activities across national teams, competitions and major events. You will work with broadcasters, rights holders and venues to ensure high-quality live and non-live coverage.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, budgeting support, and a drive to continuously improve workflows and broadcast capabilities within a growing footprint.