Director, Sports Content & Programming

Digiturk; Fatih; On-site; TRY 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Family Health Insurance

Retirement plan

Birthday leave

Birthday gift card

Nursery benefit

Holiday gift cards

Global talent programs

Positive work culture

Nutritionist support

Job summary

Digiturk is seeking a senior leader to shape the sports content strategy across platforms, guiding editorial priorities and rights management. You will orchestrate multi‑platform programs, optimize scheduling for prime-time, and ensure high-quality delivery of live content with global reach.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, drive viewer engagement through innovative formats, and steer digital strategies to grow audience and brand presence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in sports broadcasting or media.
• Proven track record leading multi-platform content operations.
• Executive-level English communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the overall sports content and programming strategy across all platforms, ensuring alignment with editorial priorities and business objectives.
• Oversee program planning, scheduling, and prime-time optimization to maximise audience engagement.
• Ensure timely, high-quality delivery of sports content in coordination with live events, leagues, and international competitions.
• Drive development of innovative sports formats and content concepts for evolving audiences and platforms.
• Lead digital and social content strategies to extend reach and strengthen brand presence.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic thinking

Budget ownership

Cross-functional leadership

Team management

Storytelling / branding

English proficiency

Live content operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related fields

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Digiturk is seeking a senior leader to shape the sports content strategy across platforms, guiding editorial priorities and rights management. You will orchestrate multi‑platform programs, optimize scheduling for prime-time, and ensure high-quality delivery of live content with global reach.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, drive viewer engagement through innovative formats, and steer digital strategies to grow audience and brand presence in a fast-paced environment.