ZA Media Manager at Sporty Group

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Sporty Group Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Sports Media, Broadcasting, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in sports media, broadcasting, or television production
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
  • Proven knowledge of the South African sports media industry
  • Demonstrated ability to create and launch engaging sports programming
  • Strong organisational and project management abilities
  • Ability to perform under pressure in live broadcast environments
  • Experience with broadcast production systems and scheduling software
  • Experience with non-linear editing tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro)
  • Basic understanding of newsroom systems (e.g., ENPS, iNews)
  • Understanding of virtual set implementation on Chroma Key with Aximmetry and Unreal Engine
  • Familiarity with live broadcast equipment (e.g., LiveU, vMIX, Blackmagic design, studio control systems)

Responsibilities

  • Build a team of presenters, reporters, producers, and technical staff to create and direct content strategy from South Africa with an African pan-regional approach
  • Lead and manage weekend production teams, ensuring seamless delivery of live and recorded shows
  • Design, plan, and oversee new sports programming, from concept to execution
  • Collaborate with editorial, technical, and production departments to ensure content quality and consistency
  • Manage workflows, schedules, and resources for weekend broadcasts
  • Provide creative direction for sports shows, features, and special events
  • Mentor and guide junior staff, fostering a high-performance culture within the team
  • Ensure compliance with editorial standards and broadcasting regulations

Skills

sports broadcasting
television production
team management
leadership
content strategy
production management
creative direction
editorial standards
broadcasting regulations
English communication

Sporty Group

Sports app for news, scores, streaming

About Sporty Group

Sporty.com is a sports app designed for sports enthusiasts, offering features such as sports news, live football scores, live streaming, sports odds, and interactive chat. Users can follow, like, share, and watch sports content without any cost or advertisements, creating a seamless experience. The app targets sports fans who want real-time information and community engagement. Unlike competitors, Sporty.com provides free access to its services, aiming to build a large user base that can be monetized through partnerships and sponsorships in the future. The goal of Sporty.com is to enhance the sports viewing experience while fostering a loyal community of sports fans.

Campbell, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Quarterly Bonus
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Annual Company Retreat

Risks

Resource allocation to Sociable Soccer may divert focus from Sporty.com's core offerings.
Technical integration of Sociable Soccer may affect user experience on Sporty.com.
Unified login system poses potential cybersecurity risks if not properly managed.

Differentiation

Sporty.com offers a free, ad-free sports app experience, unlike many competitors.
The app provides interactive features like chats with football legends, enhancing user engagement.
Sporty.com integrates live scores, streaming, and sports news in one seamless platform.

Upsides

Acquisition of Sociable Soccer expands Sporty Group's reach into the gaming sector.
Partnerships with sports organizations enhance content and provide monetization opportunities.
Growing demand for real-time sports information boosts Sporty.com's user base.

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