Freelance Associate Content Producer

SNY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SNY is seeking a freelance Associate Content Producer in downtown New York City to help create, produce and distribute compelling sports content for linear and digital platforms.

You will work with producers, editors and on‑air talent to deliver high‑quality features, interviews and highlight packages while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Sports Management, Media, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a digital or sports newsroom environment
• Experience with editing platforms, including Avid
• Strong knowledge of New York sports, with an emphasis on baseball
• Proficiency with newsroom and production tools such as iNews, Cloud UX and Slack
• Meticulous attention to detail to maintain accuracy and consistency in all content
• Exhibits editorial judgement to ensure content aligns with quality standards and audience expectations
• Demonstrates a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset, with strong leadership qualities and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively with excellent written and verbal communication skills, with interpersonal abilities

Responsibilities

• Produce video elements including highlight packages, soundbites, features, and interviews
• Conceptualize content, draft, and pitch content ideas that align with SNY’s brand objectives and audience interests
• Utilize Cloud UXtoassistvideo production and enhance sports multimedia storytelling
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with producers, editors, and on‑air talent to produce high‑quality content
• Effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects,maintainingattention to detail while meeting deadlines for air
• Navigate high‑pressure, live production settings with composure and efficiency, ensuring seamless execution both in and out of the control room
• Assistwith ad hoc assignments as needed

Skills

Editorial judgement

Leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Sports Management, Media, or related field

Tools

Avid

iNews

Cloud UX

Slack

Job description

SNY is an Emmy Award–winning regional sports media company delivering content across linear television and digital platforms. SNY provides unmatched, exclusive coverage of the New York Mets, New York Jets, and all things New York sports. As the Tri-State area’s leader in local sports coverage, SNY offers comprehensive access to professional and collegiate teams through exclusive live games, nightly sports shows, and original programming. SNY also delivers real-time New York sports news and exclusive digital series on SNY.tv and across its social channels, including YouTube, Facebook, X, and Instagram. SNY is available to viewers throughout New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and northeastern Pennsylvania, and nationally through select providers.

About the Role:

The Freelance Associate Content Producer plays a key role in the creation, production, and distribution of compelling linear and digital content, with an emphasis on thevideocontent. As part of SNY’s Content Department, you will work closely with producers, editors, and on‑air talent to develop high‑quality content that aligns with SNY’s brand and captivates audiences. This is an opportunity to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑driven environment, and showcase your passion about delivering industry‑leading coverage of the Mets, Jets, and all New York sports. This is a freelance position based at our downtown New York City, NY office. This role requires availability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays and non‑traditional business hours and reports to the Coordinating Content Producers.

What You’ll Do:

• Produce video elements including highlight packages, soundbites, features, and interviews
• Conceptualize content, draft, and pitch content ideas that align with SNY’s brand objectives and audience interests
• Utilize Cloud UXtoassistvideo production and enhance sports multimedia storytelling
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with producers, editors, and on‑air talent to produce high‑quality content
• Effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects,maintainingattention to detail while meeting deadlines for air
• Navigate high‑pressure, live production settings with composure and efficiency, ensuring seamless execution both in and out of the control room
• Assistwith ad hoc assignments as needed

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Sports Management, Media, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a digital or sports newsroom environment
• Experience with editing platforms, including Avid
• Strong knowledge of New York sports, with an emphasis on baseball
• Proficiencywith newsroom and production tools such as iNews, Cloud UX and Slack
• Meticulous attention to detail tomaintainaccuracy and consistency in all content
• Exhibits solid editorial judgement to ensure content aligns with quality standards and audience expectations.
• Demonstrates a proactive and solutions‑oriented mindset, with strong leadership qualities and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively with excellent written and verbal communication skills, withinterpersonal abilities

Desired Competencies:

• Editorial Judgement & Accuracy: Ability to critically assess content, ensuring it meets journalistic and brand standards with a strong commitment to accuracy and storytelling integrity.
• Digital & Social Media Awareness: Knowledge of current and evolving trends in digital platforms, audience engagement strategies, and best practices for multimedia content distribution.
• Attention to Detail: Attentive listening, precise execution of instructions, and a focus on accuracy in content creation and production
• Creative and Strategic Thinking: Skill in generating innovative content ideas and adapting to emerging trends, ensuring alignment with brand goals and audience engagement strategies
• Time Management and Adaptability: Effective organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment while ensuringtimelydelivery of high‑quality content.
• Collaborative Teamwork:Demonstratedability to work seamlessly with cross‑functional teams, including producers, editors, and on‑air talent, whilemaintaininga proactive and positive attitude under pressure.