Assistant Producer

About the role

We are building a next-generation sports broadcasting platform focused on delivering high-quality, fast-paced sports programming to a South African audience, with a strong emphasis on football.

As an Assistant Producer, you will play a critical support role in delivering high-quality sports programming. You will work closely with the Producer to ensure that all editorial, logistical, and operational elements of a show are prepared and executed seamlessly.

This role offers strong growth potential and is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in sports broadcasting.

What you'll be doing

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Support the Producer in building show rundowns and segment structures

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Conduct research across sports topics, with a focus on football

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Prepare briefing notes, scripts, and talking points

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Coordinate guests, contributors, and analysts

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Assist with show timing, cueing, and live execution

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Ensure all show elements (graphics, clips, stats) are prepared

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Monitor live sports news and update editorial teams accordingly

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Assist with post-production requirements and content cutdowns

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Handle administrative and logistical production tasks

What you'll be bring

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1–3 years experience in production, media, or digital content

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Strong knowledge of sports, particularly football

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Excellent research and writing skills

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Strong organisational and multitasking ability

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Ability to work under pressure in live environments

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High attention to detail

Even better if

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Experience in a live broadcast or studio environment

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Basic video editing skills

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Experience working with talent or coordinating contributors

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Understanding of sports data and analytics

What's in it for you

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Sporty is a remote first company in pursuit of sustainability

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A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter

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20 days annual leave + public holidays

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Our core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of this

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South African employment contract

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Referral bonuses & flash bonuses

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Top of the line equipment

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Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

If you're interested, we encourage you to apply! Every application is reviewed by a member of our team (AI is not used in our recruitment process), and we aim to respond within 48 hours.