About the Role:
Star Sports India is on the hunt for a passionate storyteller and proven media executive to shape the way cricket is presented on the network's Tamil feed. This is a rare opportunity to influence and shape the sport viewing experience in the State, across broadcast and digital platforms. As Producer, you have a rare chance to influence the sports viewing experience in the state across both broadcast and digital platforms. In addition to possessing extensive knowledge of the sport, the ideal candidate must have sharp and highly developed creative skills with live PCR and Post -Production skills.
Context:
Star Sports Tamil is the premier sports channel for Tamil sports fans. In nearly 5 years since its launch, the network has already stamped its presence contributing key ratings to the consumption in the State for live events in rights-held Cricket & Kabaddi properties
As we move ahead into a critical phase on the network journey, we are looking for a producer for the Tamil team in LIVE & Non-Live Sports Content.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and produce surround programming and beyond-live content mix on the channel.
- Prepare show run downs for Live lead up shows for the Cricket & Kabaddi and beyond live shows.
- Develop and narrate engaging stories that foster audience affinity for the network's live and non-live content.
- Write scripts in Telugu for both short-format editorial videos and long-format shows.
- Generate ideas and script special segments for live and non-live shows to captivate the audience and drive increased viewership.
- Work closely with Video editors, Live Producers, Studio & Live Production teams to deliver an exceptional on-air product.
- Play a key role in setting the daily match agenda and telling stories that the State needs to hear across sport.
- Routinely deliver high quality programming in the live and non-live space that reinforces Star's reputation as world cricket's most progressive and respected broadcaster.
- Stay abreast of social media trends, leveraging this understanding to produce short-form content fitted for digital platforms.
Performance Measures:
- Production delivery of all properties on the Star Sports Tamil channels for core viewers across TV & Digital medium to improve engagement.
- Develop robust and thought-provoking content plans that engage audiences for longer and drives viewership.
- Collaborating with the production and post-production teams to adhere to globally recognized broadcast standards and practices in both TV and digital broadcasting.
Qualifications:
- Graduate/Postgraduate in any content/creative stream (Journalism/Production - Media or Film) with a minimum of 6 years of experience.
- Strong proficiency in Telugu (reading, writing, and speaking) is must.
- Proficient in MS Office skills.
- Knowledge of any video editing software is an added advantage (Adobe Premiere Pro & Final Cut Pro).
- Basic understanding of live broadcast graphics and packaging elements and software (Adobe After Effects & Photoshop).
Personal Attributes:
- An outstanding history of achievements, a lifelong dedication to success.
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and make things happen.
- Willingness to work the hours and go beyond the call of duty to fulfil the commitments of the role.
- Experience in Live and Recorded content Short form and Long form.
- Experience in Sports Broadcast industry will be handy.
- Knowledge of Telugu TV market and a strong understanding of the key parameters that can drive localization & customization experience for the home region audience.
About Disney Star:
The Star Sports Network is home to several leading domestic and international sports with 17 channels broadcasting premier sporting events which include cricket coverage under the purview of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL), International Cricket Council (ICC), Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Cricket South Africa and Asian Cricket Council (ACC); VIVO Pro Kabaddi; Football under Hero Indian Super League (ISL), Premier League; and Wimbledon amongst others.
