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EBU: Eurovision Sport – Head of Content

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European Broadcasting Union (EBU)
European Economic Area
Posted: 17 January 2025

Link to Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4127277268/

About the job

The European Broadcasting Union EBU is looking for a Head of Content for the Eurovision Sport platform.

This is a remote position (EMEA open locations), thanks to our collaboration with our EOR (employer of records) global partner, we are open to hiring in various locations. Strong preference for role to be based in Madrid.

ABOUT THE EBU & EUROVISION SPORT

Eurovision Sport is a new digital streaming platform launched by EBU Sport. The platform streams events live and on-demand in a free-to-watch model, complementary to coverage provided by the EBU Members. In collaboration with the Members, broadcasters and sports federations, the initiative of this digital streaming platform is to ensure that every second of every event is covered.

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is the world’s leading alliance of public service media (PSM) with 68 members representing 113 member organizations in 56 countries and has an additional 30 Associates in Asia, Africa, Australasia and the Americas. EBU Members operate nearly 2,000 television, radio and online channels and services, and offer a wealth of content across other platforms. Together, EBU reaches an audience of more than one billion people around the world, broadcasting in 153 languages.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION

The Head of Content will have overall responsibility to lead the content offering on Eurovision Sport.

Working with key internal stakeholders and managing the content team, this person will be responsible for developing and delivering a strategic content plan for Eurovision Sport.

Using all your experience and knowledge from the sports industry, proven track record in managing content channels and using your sports rights contacts, you will play a pivotal role in driving audience growth, fan retention and engagement.

More info on the responsibilities of the role in the job description attached.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 8 years in a Content Management role.

• Experience with DTC strongly preferred.

• Clear understanding of the multi-media ecosystem, particularly digital platforms.

• Knowledge of the online video industry (IPTV, OTT, broadcast and/or publishing) is imperative.

• Experience in delivering across the commercial spectrum.

• Entrepreneurial, with a bias towards action and a collaborative nature.

• Strong writing, presentation and oral communication skills, strategic planning, organization, business development.

• Strong relationship building ability, including sustaining long-term customer relationships.

• Willingness to work collaboratively to deliver results successfully to our brand partners.

• Decisive and able to make tough decisions under pressure.

• Creative and strategic thinker, able to provide effective solutions for the business and for customers.

• Good technical knowledge and ability to rapidly up-skill.

LANGUAGE – Exceptional English written and verbal communication skills. Other languages a plus, notably French, Spanish and any other European languages.

EDUCATION – Degree level and above

ONCE ON BOARD YOU WILL

Be part of an outstanding diverse and inclusive multicultural and international team.

Work with accomplished and engaging professionals coming from a wide variety of backgrounds and covering an impressive range of professions both in and outside of the broadcasting realm.

ABOUT THE EBU

Discover more about the EBU at www.ebu.ch.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

More info in the job description attached.

We will not accept any applications after the closing date and we will contact only the candidates who correspond to the requirements.

The EBU is an equal opportunities employer committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels heard, safe and valued through a culture free of discrimination, we welcome applications from all communities.

ONLY APPLICATIONS VIA OUR RECRUITMENT PORTAL WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Name of Author: Cricexec Staff

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