Producer - Programming (Nation vs Nation), Sports

7018 Jiostar India Private Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

JioStar is seeking a passionate Producer – Live Sports Content to join the sports content team. The role focuses on cricket programming with hands-on production, scripting, shooting, and post‑production for TV and digital platforms.

The candidate should demonstrate editorial judgment, fast delivery under tight timelines, and an ability to manage across departments while exploring new tech to enhance storytelling. This is a on-site role in Mumbai, India.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in live sports production.
• Strong scripting and run-order creation skills.
• Experience with TV and digital platform content.
• Knowledge of editing workflows and post-production.

Responsibilities

• Assist the producer and production team through all production stages.
• Operate edit systems and deliver platform-agnostic content for TV and digital.
• Write TV scripts and shape storytelling for broadcasts.
• Shoot program elements and post-produce shows.
• Coordinate with production departments and track progress for timely delivery.
• Learn quickly and deliver under tight deadlines; explore new tech for storytelling.

Skills

Live sports production

Cricket knowledge

Scripting and writing

Video editing

Tools

FCP

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Producer – Programming, Sports

We are looking for a passionate and execution-oriented Producer – Live Sports Content to join the sports content team at JioStar. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a live production environment, understands the nuances of cricket programming, and can create compelling content that works seamlessly across both television and digital platforms. The role requires strong editorial judgement, hands‑on production capability, and the ability to operate effectively under tight timelines and budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities

To assist the producer and the production team through the different stages of production. Have basic experience of working on edit systems (FCP, Adobe Premier). Ability to deliver content that’s platform agnostic (TV & Digital). Should be able to write TV scripts. Must be thorough with research (especially sporting subjects), must have ability to write or shape scripts for television. Must be able to shoot various elements of a program (in studio or outside venue) and post‑produce shows and stories. Coordinate with various departments of production, track the progress and update producer accordingly. Must have ability to learn on the job (and quickly) and capacity to deliver within tight deadlines. Keen eye for new tech that can help with better storytelling (themes and processes). Keen understanding of cricket and a passionate follower of the sport.

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in live sports production, preferably in cricket programming. Strong expertise in run order creation, scripting, and live show execution. Experience handling live panel shows, news shows, or people‑led studio formats. Working knowledge of FCP and/or Adobe Premiere Pro. Ability to think across platforms and create content suitable for both broadcast and digital consumption. Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills with internal and external teams. High ownership, adaptability, and the ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment. A passionate follower of cricket with a strong understanding of the sport’s ecosystem, narratives, and audience behavior.

Perched firmly at the nucleus of spellbinding content and innovative technology, JioStar is a leading global media & entertainment company that is reimagining the way audiences consume entertainment and sports. Its television network and streaming service together reach more than 750 million viewers every week, igniting the dreams and aspirations of hundreds of million people across geographies.

JioStar India Private Limited (formerly known as Star India Private Limited) is an equal opportunity employer. The company values diversity and its mission is to create a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. The company ensures that the work environment is free from any discrimination against persons with disabilities, gender, gender identity and any other characteristics or status that is legally protected.