Assistant Producer for Piero Analysis

Assistant Producer for Piero Analysis - Virgin Media Ireland

Westgate Business Park, Ballymount, Dublin 24

About Virgin Media

Virgin Media is the leading connected entertainment cable and broadcast business in Ireland. Every day we deliver connections that really matter for thousands of people, with multi award-winning services including superfast broadband, TV, mobile and home phone. Our Virgin Media Business division provides the fastest broadband speeds and connectivity solutions for entrepreneurs, businesses and the public sector.

Virgin Media Television, our broadcast division, is Ireland’s number one commercial public service broadcaster offering three free-to-air channels: Virgin Media One, Virgin Media Two, Virgin Media Three, Virgin Media Four as well as Virgin Media Play. We are a significant investor in home produced content, including news, current affairs and drama, as well as offering the best in international programming. Our advertising sales agency, Virgin Media Solutions, creates unique, innovative campaigns for our business and for third party clients across the UK and Ireland.

Virgin Media is part of Liberty Global, one of the world’s leading converged video, broadband and communications companies with operations in seven European countries. Liberty Global is a founding member of the European Green Digital Coalition and is included in the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability World Index. Following the challenges brought about the global pandemic, the power of connectivity to deliver positive, meaningful change to people’s lives has never been clearer. Our inclusion in these prestigious indices for the ninth year running attests to our long-standing commitment to the importance of sustainability and ensuring that we are strong corporate citizens as well as responsible stewards of the environment across the markets in which we operate.

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About the Role

As an Assistant Producer for Piero Analysis, you’ll be at the intersection of data and storytelling, helping to transform complex sports analytics into compelling on-air content. You’ll work closely with operators and analysts to enhance viewer understanding through visual breakdowns. This role is closely aligned with live sports schedules such as the UEFA Champions League, Six Nations, International football, and the League of Ireland. Working hours and days will adjust to match live events, so adaptability and a deep love for sport are essential. Previous experience a must, this is not an entry level job.

Specific Duties & Tasks

• Collaborate with the Pierro Analysis operator to ensure insightful, data-driven sports analysis is integrated into broadcasts.
• Act as the sports expert in the room, guiding analytical content to enhance viewer understanding.
• Work alongside analysts to develop compelling visual explanations for key sporting moments.
• Maintain constant communication with in-studio talent, producers, and directors to ensure real-time accuracy and relevance.
• Occasionally assist in other production roles as required.

Skills & Expertise

• Strong understanding of sports analytics and data visualization techniques.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to ensure seamless coordination.
• Ability to translate complex sports data into engaging storytelling.

The Person

• First class problem-solver who gets to the heart of the matter.
• The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with the business while ascertaining the key impact/detail behind the issue/request.
• A team player who can lead by example and inspire others on a daily basis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and embrace change.
• A methodical approach to both daily tasks and project work.
• Explores opportunities by being resourceful and self-motivating.

Virgin Media is an equal opportunities employer. Having a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business.

Join and you’ll be part of the Virgin Media family. You can trust us to do the right thing by you. We’re a great place to work and we offer impressive benefits too. Get ready for a generous holiday allowance, birthday day off, contributory pension, healthcare and discounts on our fantastic mobile broadband and cable.