Head of Live Host & Outside Broadcast Operations

DAZN; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DAZN access

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Parental leave

Learning and development resources

Flexible working options

Job summary

DAZN in London seeks a Head of Host Broadcast to lead operational planning, readiness and delivery of host and outside broadcast productions. You will own live production delivery from planning through to transmission, ensuring safety, reliability and editorial and technical standards within budget and governance.

You will manage senior production teams, suppliers and crewing, driving efficiency while maintaining high-quality output across multiple events and markets.

Qualifications

• Significant senior experience in live sports broadcasting or similar environments.
• Experience leading complex live productions from planning through to transmission.
• Strong understanding of broadcast workflows, cameras, audio, and transmission.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and operational delivery of host and outside broadcasts across markets.
• Oversee broadcast readiness, transmission planning, venue infrastructure and connectivity.
• Translate editorial ambition into practical broadcast delivery requirements; balance ambition with practicality and cost.
• Manage production suppliers, crewing and resources to meet production needs and budgets.
• Maintain budget oversight and drive cost efficiency while preserving delivery standards.
• Act as senior operational escalation point for live events, ensuring safety and duty of care.
• Support mobilisation of major events and new rights within assigned markets to enable timely delivery.
• Provide leadership across teams and ensure compliance with group standards and governance.

Skills

Live sports broadcasting

Outside broadcast

Live production

Team leadership

Resource planning

Budget awareness

Job description

DAZN in London seeks a Head of Host Broadcast to lead operational planning, readiness and delivery of host and outside broadcast productions. You will own live production delivery from planning through to transmission, ensuring safety, reliability and editorial and technical standards within budget and governance.

You will manage senior production teams, suppliers and crewing, driving efficiency while maintaining high-quality output across multiple events and markets.