Producer

MSMagazin; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Free healthy snacks

Subsidised canteen

25 days annual leave

Job summary

MSMagazin is seeking an experienced Producer to manage live and recorded Formula 1 programming for F1TV and TrackTV. You will ensure high standards by managing presenters and crew at global race events, supporting gallery operations, and coordinating production workflows.

A strong background in live broadcasting is essential, with a focus on sports production. This dynamic role requires travel and adaptability, contributing to world-class motorsport coverage.

Join us for an exciting opportunity to influence the future of sports broadcasting!

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in live broadcast, ideally in sports.
• Experience floor managing presenters and crew on location.
• Broad awareness of modern broadcast systems.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and organisation of live shows and shoots.
• Lead floor management during live, rehearsal and pre-recorded segments.
• Guide editors and production assistants with direction.

Skills

Live production understanding

Broadcast communication

Adobe Premiere editing

Vision mixers knowledge

Current TV production techniques

Education

Degree in Film/TV Production

Media studies focusing on TV production

Tools

Broadcast graphics tools

Lighting equipment

Audio systems

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Producer to help deliver high‑quality live and recorded Formula 1 programming across F1TV and TrackTV. In this role, you will floor manage presenters and crew at global race events, support gallery operations, and help coordinate production workflows throughout the season. Reporting into the Senior Broadcast Director, you’ll work in fast‑paced, dynamic environments, ensuring our live broadcasts meet the highest editorial and operational standards while contributing creatively to world‑class motorsport coverage.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Production Planning & Coordination

• Support the planning and organisation of production assets, live shows and shoots across the F1 season.
• Work closely with production leadership to interpret briefs and deliver content for F1TV, TrackTV and related programming.
• Assist with logistical planning, ensuring production teams have the resources, scripts and assets they need.

Floor Management & On‑Site Operations

• Lead floor management for presenters, crew and technical teams during live, rehearsal and pre‑recorded segments.
• Maintain a calm, controlled and professional environment on set, ensuring clear communication between gallery and onsite teams.
• Liaise with technical teams to ensure infrastructure, studio set‑ups and equipment needs are met.
• Travel globally to race events, overseeing onsite workflows, supporting studio operations and assisting with rehearsals, technical tests and key race‑weekend features.

Editorial & Production Support

• Contribute story ideas, visual concepts and editorial themes to enhance programming.
• Assist senior producers and directors in shaping running orders and ensuring scripts, assets and graphics are ready for broadcast.
• Guide editors, researchers and production assistants with clear and concise direction.

Scripting, Research & Content Preparation

• Support presenters by preparing scripts, briefing notes and editorial materials.
• Conduct research and fact‑checking to ensure content is accurate, engaging and aligned with Formula 1 editorial standards.

Technical Awareness & Archive Knowledge

• Use F1’s archive and internal systems to source relevant footage and anticipate editorial needs.
• Support virtual, AR and virtual‑studio workflows by understanding how virtual elements integrate with live production.
• Work effectively within the F1 Production hierarchy, supporting colleagues across multiple broadcast teams.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high‑quality content across platforms.
• Step in to support other production areas when needed, maintaining flexibility across the broadcast operation.
• Stay informed about developments across F1 and its support series.
• Review output to identify improvements, contributing to consistent production excellence.

What Are We Looking For?

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of live production galleries and broadcast communication.
• Knowledge of live timings, running orders and broadcast workflows.
• Understanding of broadcast graphics and their operational impact.
• Working knowledge of vision mixers, audio systems, comms, cameras, VT systems, lighting and graphics tools.
• Broad awareness of current TV production techniques and equipment.
• Ability to edit using Adobe Premiere or operate EVS.
• Advanced familiarity with modern broadcast systems.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in live broadcast (ideally sports).
• Proven experience floor managing presenters and crew on location.
• Experience within sports broadcasting or multi‑platform live environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Film/TV Production with a focus on live production
• Media studies with emphasis on TV production

Personal Qualities

We value calmness under pressure, strong communication and excellent organisational skills. You should enjoy working in fast‑paced environments and be adaptable, curious and eager to learn new skills. The right person will thrive under time pressure, react quickly to changes and operate confidently across varied production demands.

In This Role It Is Essential That You Are

• Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Clear‑thinking and reactive during live broadcasts.
• A strong communicator who works well within teams and with senior stakeholders.
• A self‑starter who can also follow direction when required.
• Willing to travel extensively and work flexible hours across global time zones.
• Professional, discreet and able to maintain confidentiality.

Why join the force behind the sport?

Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport.

Benefits

• 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
• A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding train stations near Biggin Hill
• Free healthy snacks in our offices
• Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
• 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
• Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in‑house Learning and Development team
• Discount on F1 merchandise
• Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive