Lead Producer, Sport Presentation

LA28 (Web); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LA28 is seeking a Lead Producer for Sport Presentation to oversee live announcements, music, lighting, video, and entertainment at multiple competition venues for the 2028 Games. You will manage a multi-disciplinary team of paid staff, contractors, and volunteers across venues in the LA24 footprint.

Requirements include a post-secondary degree in a related field and 7+ years of international sport presentation or broadcasting experience, with Olympic/Paralympic exposure.

Qualifications

• Degree in live events, sport management, marketing, or equivalent
• 7+ years international experience in Sport Presentation or related field
• Experience with Olympic/Paralympic events and show calling
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills

Responsibilities

• Develop requirements for Sport Presentation across designated venues
• Lead on-site event detailing and planning
• Coordinate sport-specific protocols per IF regulations and LA28 standards
• Source and contract staff for venues
• Support Games-time training programs and workshops

Skills

Team leadership

Excel

PowerPoint

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Related field degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners, and our community.

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.

Position Summary

The LA28 Sport Presentation team will deliver an electrifying Games experience across one of the most iconic Olympic and Paralympic host cities in history. Responsible for the sourcing and hiring of professional sport-specific announcers, scripting of sport-specific announcements, live commentary, music, video production, audio, lighting, integration of Victory Ceremonies, and entertainment programming at each competition venue, Sport Presentation will educate, engage, and entertain the live audience at every Olympic and Paralympic competition venue while elevating the competition experience for athletes and fans alike. This position will oversee the planning and delivery of Sport Presentation across the LA28 venue portfolio for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Lead Producer will provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple Olympic and Paralympic Sport Presentation teams, managing a multi‑disciplinary workforce of paid staff, contractors, and volunteers spanning venues across the Games footprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop requirements and specifications for Sport Presentation across all assigned venue(s) within the designated LA28 cluster
• Represent Sport Presentation as a cluster‑level leader within Event Testing and Games‑time planning structures
• Lead day‑of‑event detailing to complement conceptual and operational planning at all assigned venues
• Compile sport‑specific protocols required for the accurate and compliant presentation of all assigned Olympic and Paralympic sports, in accordance with International Federation (IF) regulations and LA28 standards
• Work closely with all Functional Area managers to ensure all Sport Presentation requirements are captured across logistics, technology, venue planning, transportation, accommodation, accreditation, protocol, and related areas
• In consultation with head of Functional Area, source and contract staff for all assigned venues
• Assist with the development and delivery of Games‑time training programs and Sport Presentation workshops in advance of the Games
• Manage the operational structure and technical implementation plan for Sport Presentation across all assigned venues
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all Sport Presentation elements, including broadcast operations, audio, lighting, video production and programming, live entertainment, music, scoreboard operations, staging, wired and wireless communications, frequency coordination, and special effects
• Develop presentations for International Federations and collaborate on special projects as directed
• Partner with International Federations to identify and implement enhancements to sport presentation within their respective disciplines
• Assist with special projects as required

Background and Requirements

• Degree or diploma from a recognized post‑secondary institution in a related field (live events, sport management, business, marketing, or equivalent) or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 7+ years of international experience in Sport Presentation, live sporting events, or sports broadcasting/television production
• Olympic, Paralympic, or major multi‑sport international event experience required. Must have “show calling” and Venue Production experience in order to manage a team of Venue Producers
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated strength in communication, team leadership, and stakeholder relationship management
• Proven working relationships with International Federations, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), and the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
• Broad knowledge of the international sport system and elite‑level competition structures across multiple disciplines
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, multi‑stakeholder, project‑based environment with strict delivery timelines
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities in a high‑stakes Games‑time environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles‑based office. The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment. The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment. Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods. Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Ideal candidate will have proven experience in Olympic and Paralympic Games as well as knowledge of Sport Presentation and Victory Ceremonies, and a background in sport.

The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000 - $140,000. The pay scale provides the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience.