Associate Producer

#We Are Paramount  on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in? We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, and we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is…YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team that values authenticity and embraces inclusion for all. We are searching for individuals who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness.

Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees. You fuel our culture of purpose, passion, and collaboration. We’re in this together.

We are seeking a highly organized and creatively driven Producer to support live and VOD programming across You Tube, Paramount+, and social platforms. This role is deeply embedded across the full production lifecycle—from pre-show planning and live execution to post-show publishing, clipping, and audience growth. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced live environments, brings strong editorial judgment, and understands how to translate show moments into high-performing digital content.

A strong passion for basketball, audience engagement, and cross-platform storytelling is essential.

Your Day to Day:

Pre-Show Production

• Contribute story ideas, talking points, and editorial beats to daily and weekly rundowns
• Build and organize show graphics, pull images, B-roll, and archival footage
• Prepare You Tube-specific engagement elements, including polls, prompts, and pinned comment copy
• Coordinate assets and show needs with producers, hosts, and the social team

Live / In-Show Execution

• Take detailed, real-time timecodes to support post-show clipping and social distribution
• Actively support and moderate You Tube Live chat during broadcasts
• Run, monitor, and optimize You Tube polls and other engagement features
• Pull and deliver on-the-fly visual assets in real time during live shows
• Support producers with live notes, pacing feedback, and editorial awareness

Post-Show & Distribution

• Publish and manage episodes across You Tube and Paramount+
• Write and pin engaging You Tube comments to spark conversation and improve retention
• Flag key moments, segments, and notes for social and editorial teams
• Design and produce social graphics tied to major show moments
• Cut and deliver a high volume of social clips for X/Twitter and other platforms
• Own posting and distribution of select clips across social channels
• Post select VODs as directed by senior producers

Social & Audience Growth

• Deliver polished, platform-specific social cuts optimized for performance
• Own and actively manage the You Tube Community (Posts) tab
• Collaborate with producers on channel growth strategy, experimentation, and testing
• Maintain a clean, organized system for tracking show moments, clips, and assets
• Help evolve and maintain the visual look and feel of shows across platforms

Additional Production Support

• Serve as a producer on additional shows during the football offseason
• Act as a backup producer for select live and VOD programming as needed
• Contribute clear, accurate show notes and post-show summaries
• Assist with sponsorship execution, integration, and tracking
• Provide production coverage during breaking news or emergency programming

Qualifications:

• Experience producing audio and video programming
• 2–5 years of professional experience working in media or production environments
• Deep knowledge of basketball, including fantasy and sports wagering
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn insights into actionable decisions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working closely with on-air talent and production teams
• Proven ability to collaborate with and help guide the editorial direction of multiple shows
• Experience managing tight production schedules and translating ideas into execution
• Demonstrated ability to keep communication clear and consistent across teams
• A sharp editorial eye and a talent for delivering thoughtful, constructive feedback on both content and performance

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