Freelance Producer, Game Telecasts

MLB Local Media seeks a Freelance Producer, Game Telecasts with deep expertise in live sports television production and a superior understanding of, and passion for, baseball. The Freelance Producer will be accountable for the content, quality, and overall presentation of live game coverage for assigned club telecasts, from the game open through the final out and postgame show. Working in collaboration with Coordinating Producers and Local Media leadership, the Freelance Producer will lead the creative and editorial direction of each game, tell compelling and relevant stories, and deliver smart, informative coverage that serves fans in each market and reflects MLB's standard of broadcast excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Produce live MLB game coverage for assigned club, independently and with regular guidance and review from the Coordinating Producer and Local Media leadership.
• Lead the moment-to-moment editorial direction of each game telecast, including storylines, replay angles, graphics content, and information provided to on-air talent.
• Establish the format, rundown, and timing of each game telecast, including commercial inventory, and ensure accurate fulfillment of all required sponsor, sales, and promotional elements as well as any production priorities communicated in advance.
• Work with the Director to align editorial v