Broadcast Operations Manager

Football Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Birthday Leave

Study Leave

Wellbeing & Lifestyle Leave

Paid Parental Leave in addition toStat

Volunteer Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Partner discounts

Workplace Banking Program

Social Activities such as 5-a-side fut

Job summary

Football Australia is seeking a Broadcast Operations Manager to lead the planning and delivery of broadcast activities across national teams, competitions and major events. You will collaborate with broadcasters, rights holders and venues to ensure high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement of broadcast workflows.

The role requires substantial experience in broadcast operations, strong stakeholder management and a proven ability to manage budgets and suppliers, with a preference for

Qualifications

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

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 to ensure successful broadcast outcomes.
• Act as the key operational contact for broadcast partners and stakeholders.
• Monitor broadcast performance and manage operational issues as they arise.
• Support budgeting, supplier management and service delivery standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve broadcast systems, processes and workflows.
• Ensure a high-quality experience for broadcasters, production teams and Football Australia stakeholders.
• Contribute to the growth and ongoing development of Football Australia's broadcast capabilities and audience reach.

Skills

Broadcast ops

Live sport production

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Broadcaster relations

Education

Broadcasting/Media qualification

Job description

Purpose: To lead, promote, unite, develop and regulate football

Vision: To unite and elevate Australian football to become a world class, globally respected system to inspire our nation, developing excellence at every level

Mission: Working with our stakeholders every day to build the capability, capacity and capital we need now and in the future to transform every football dream into reality.

To achieve the above, we live by our company values which are:

1. Welcome: Open doors, open minds, open hearts – and respect
2. Ready: Always ready, Always ahead
3. Connect: Together, united
4. Excel: Our best, every day in every way
5. Protect: Guarding the game, Securing the future

WHAT WE OFFER

At Football Australia we want to look after our people and below are just some of the many benefits of joining our team:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Birthday Leave
• Study Leave
• Wellbeing & Lifestyle Leave
• Paid Parental Leave in addition to statutory government offering
• Volunteer Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partner discounts
• Workplace Banking Program
• Social Activities such as 5-a-side futsal

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Broadcast Operations Manager is responsible for the operational planning and delivery of Football Australia's broadcast activities across national teams, competitions and major events.

Working closely with broadcasters, rights holders, production partners and venues, this role ensures high-quality broadcast delivery across live and non-live environments. The position plays a key role in managing broadcast operations, stakeholder relationships, technical requirements and continuous improvement initiatives that support Football Australia's growing broadcast footprint.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include:

• 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 to ensure successful broadcast outcomes
• Act as the key operational contact for broadcast partners and stakeholders
• Monitor broadcast performance and manage operational issues as they arise
• Support budgeting, supplier management and service delivery standards
• Identify opportunities to improve broadcast systems, processes and workflows
• Ensure a high-quality experience for broadcasters, production teams and Football Australia stakeholders
• Contribute to the growth and ongoing development of Football Australia's broadcast capabilities and audience reach

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Significant experience in broadcast operations, live sport or media production
• 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 operational priorities
• Strong planning, problem-solving and organisational skills
• Experience managing suppliers, budgets and service delivery outcomes
• Experience within professional sport, football or a related industry is highly regarded

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant qualification in Broadcasting, Media, Communications, Technology, Sport or a related discipline is desirable
• Minimum 5 years' experience in broadcast operations or a related field
• Football industry experience is desirable

Applications close on Friday 2 October 2026; however, we encourage you to apply early as Football Australia may commence the recruitment process and close applications ahead of the advertised deadline if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check

Desirable Criteria

• Sports Marketing / PR / Communications Degree