Executive Producer & Managing Director - Launching a new UK Sports YouTube Network

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company is seeking an Executive Producer & Managing Director to spearhead the launch of a groundbreaking sports YouTube network in the UK. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in sports media production, a passion for storytelling, and a strategic vision to engage a modern audience. This role involves overseeing a significant production budget and building a dynamic team, offering the opportunity to create original and impactful sports content.

Benefits

Quarterly Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in running YouTube or TV productions, especially in UK sport.
• Deep understanding of UK sports culture, particularly football.
• Track record of creating engaging sports formats.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and launch of a multi-channel UK sports entertainment network.
• Manage a multi-million pound annual production budget.
• Build and lead a UK-based team of producers and creatives.

Skills

Team Leadership

Content Development

Production Management

Sports Culture Knowledge

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Executive Producer & Managing Director - Launching a new UK Sports YouTube Network, Leicester

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The Gold Studios

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

THE ROLE

The Gold Studios is launching a brand-new entertainment-led YouTube network dedicated to UK sport. This will be a multi-channel platform featuring original formats, creator-led shows, and cultural commentary — with a strong focus on football, but covering the full spectrum of sport. Several channels, multiple voices, and one goal: to create the most engaging, unfiltered sports entertainment in the UK.

We’re looking for an Executive Producer & Managing Director to lead the network from the ground up. You’ll help shape the creative direction, tone of voice, and editorial vision — developing standout shows, building formats that cut through, and working closely with talent to bring raw, real sports stories to life. You’ll be hands-on in setting the culture, defining the look and feel, and making sure the network speaks directly to a modern sports audience.

You’ll also oversee a multi-million-pound production budget and be responsible for building a UK-based team of producers, editors, and creatives. You’ll drive performance across multiple channels, ensuring the content is not just watchable but shareable — growing views, subs, and cultural impact. This is an opportunity to create something entirely new in sports media — and build it into one of the most watched networks in the UK.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

The Gold Studios is a YouTube-first production company specializing in high-impact digital content. We partner with creators, brands and Networks to produce engaging shows, build audiences, and drive meaningful growth across YouTube and beyond.

WE BELIEVE IN 10X NOT 10%

The Gold Studios requires commitment, focus and sustained urgency. We take pride in our obsession with delivering the best content for our talent, brands and networks.

The pace is fast, and our expectations are high but so are the rewards. We are looking to hire amazing people who will challenge the status quo and want to be a part of the next exciting stage in our journey, as well as our fantastic team and entrepreneurial culture. This is where you come in…

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the development and launch of a multi-channel UK sports entertainment network on YouTube.
• Oversee all production operations across multiple original shows, formats, and talent-led series.
• Manage a multi-million pound annual production budget, ensuring all content is delivered efficiently and at scale.
• Build and lead a UK-based team of producers, editors, creatives, and freelancers to execute high-quality productions.
• Work closely with talent to develop show ideas, creative direction, tone of voice, and on-screen energy.
• Supervise all stages of production — from development and scripting to shoots, edits, and delivery.
• Oversee content strategy and programming across channels to maximise audience engagement and growth.
• Ensure strong editorial standards, creative innovation, and output that reflects a raw, real approach to sports storytelling.
• Manage channel and show performance, driving views, subscriptions, and cultural impact.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on marketing, platform strategy, and channel growth plans.
• Stay on top of YouTube trends, algorithms, and platform best practices to ensure content reaches the widest possible audience.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS:

• Proven experience running YouTube or TV productions in UK sport.
• A deep understanding of UK sports culture — especially football — and what makes fans engage with content.
• A track record of creating original sports formats that drive views, spark conversation, and build loyal audiences.
• Confidence working with on-screen talent — including athletes, presenters, and content creators.
• A passion for raw, real sports storytelling — and the ambition to build a groundbreaking new network in UK sports media.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Quarterly Bonus scheme

This job is an office-based role in London.