Broadcast Manager

Company Information:
 

ATP Media was formed in 2001 and has unrivalled access and expertise in broadcast production of Men’s professional tennis with an end-to-end solution for global broadcasters incorporating rights sales, multi-platform production and worldwide delivery for the ATP Masters 1000s, ATP 500s, ATP 250s, season-ending Nitto ATP Finals, and Next Gen ATP Finals tournaments. 

Join the biggest tennis production company in the world and help us to deliver broadcast content to our rights holders and broadcast partners. Collaborating with our suppliers and broadcasters, we are looking to hire a Broadcast Manager to work in a team of six providing support in all aspects of transmission and bookings 

Role Purpose:

 

Step into the centre of world-class tennis with ATP Media as a Broadcast Manager. In this key role, you’ll be close to the action, overseeing the seamless delivery of ATP tournaments to a truly global audience. A varied role where you’ll be planning high-stakes transmissions while also ensuring live feeds run flawlessly to millions of fans. You’ll work across cutting-edge broadcast platforms, from fibre to IP, bringing tennis to viewers around the world. 

You’ll collaborate with production teams, innovative technology experts, and key international partners, making sure every broadcast is delivered to the highest standards. Whether booking with top suppliers, solving real-time broadcast challenges, or sharing instant updates with global stakeholders, you’ll be the go-to expert behind the scenes.  

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for live sports and broadcast technology, this role is your chance to play a pivotal part in bringing ATP Masters 1000, ATP 500, ATP 250 tournaments, as well as the Next Gen ATP Finals and Nitto ATP Finals, to fans everywhere. With your expertise spanning both the strategic planning at Wimbledon and the live operations at White City, you’ll help deliver unforgettable moments on a global scale. 

Duties and Key Responsibilities:
 

Office-based
 

• Work closely with the Broadcast Operations Team to plan and coordinate all ATP Masters 1000, ATP 500, and ATP 250 tournaments, as well as the Next Gen ATP Finals and Nitto ATP Finals. 

• Support the Broadcast Operations Team in delivering contribution and distribution services for our in-house production team and global rights-holders. 

• Liaise with third-party suppliers to arrange bookings for contribution and distribution via satellite, fibre, BT Tower, and SRT. 

• Provide post-tournament support for the Broadcast Operations Team, ensuring timely responses to rights-holders and managing day-to-day tasks such as media portal access. 

Live Broadcast Operations: 

 

• Live monitoring of contribution and distribution services for ATP250s, ATP 500s, Masters 1000s, and ATP Finals. 

• Route contribution and distribution feeds as , ensuring smooth transmission operations from the Broadcast Operations Helpdesk. 

• Maintain accurate logs, timings, technical reports, and documentation on activities, issues, and equipment. 

• Liaise effectively with internal production, engineering, and operational teams, while proactively identifying and resolving operational and technical issues. 

• Provide support and troubleshooting for signals and transmission paths, assisting other teams and global rights holders. 

• Act as a key contact on the Broadcast Operations Helpdesk for bookings, cancellations, and failures. 

• Supply broadcasters with up-to-date schedules, orders of play, distribution details, and live updates via the ATP Media Portal. 

• Be confident in video and audio monitoring, proficient with talkback, and demonstrate professional etiquette. 

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes: 

Desired Skills and Experience
 

ATP Media is looking for someone who thrives in a live-sports environment,  knows contribution and distribution workflows inside and out, satellite, fiber, IP (SRT/Zixi) & BT Tower delivery.  

If you enjoy being at the heart of live action, troubleshooting, and juggling bookings and schedules for major events, this role may be for you. Confidence with video/audio monitoring, talkback, and broadcast signal routing is a must alongside an eye for detail, strong organizational skills and team working ethos. 

Strong IT knowledge, a proactive attitude, and adaptability are your tickets to success here. 

A clean driving license is recommended. 

ATP Media is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitable candidates regardless of their age, race, sex, religion, disability, belief of sexual orientation. 

Reporting to


Head of Broadcast Operations 

Department


Technology 

Location


Head Office – Wimbledon/ATP Media Studios (Westworks) (plus any travel )

Working Hours

Mon – Fri 9am to 5pm plus event working 

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance (up to family cover)
• Life Assurance 4X Salary
• Group personal pension scheme (up to 8% company contribution)
• Bonus Program
• Hybrid Working
• Training & Development
• Cycle to work, Season Ticket Loan, Eyecare Scheme

Your time will be shared between our Wimbledon Head Office and the London remote production Hub and shifts can include evenings, weekends, and nights on a scheduling system. 

We operate a hybrid working policy & there may be opportunities to travel on occasion.