Mexico Live Sports Manager - Technical & Post Production

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next. ## About the Role In this temporary role, you will oversee technical planning, operational readiness, and post-production workflows for a slate of Netflix Live Sports produced by external production companies and sports producers, including on-location support at key stages of production. This hybrid role requires strong live broadcast technical expertise, an understanding of post-production management, and the ability to navigate complex productions while identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement across live and SVOD workflows. You will work closely with the Mexico and US Netflix Live Production leadership, Broadcast Engineering, Distribution and Localization teams, and with external production partners to ensure successful live operations and post-production delivery. You will help establish efficient workflows, anticipate risks, and ensure production partners have the appropriate resources, technical plans, and communication channels in place. ## Responsibilities ### Live Event Planning & Technical Management * Oversee technical planning and readiness for live events, from early production planning through testing, transmission, and event execution. * Partner with production companies, technical leads, and Netflix Engineering to review and align end-to-end technical workflows, including camera capture, HDR pipelines, transmission, signal acquisition, comms, and delivery. * Ensure production partners have appropriate technical resources, staffing, testing plans, and communication channels in place to support successful live operations. * Review technical plans, communication strategy, transmission methods, and infrastructure requirements with production partners and internal Netflix teams, identifying potential risks and opportunities for improvement. * Coordinate technical readiness milestones, including venue scouts, ESU, rehearsals, and transmission & comms testing, working closely with production technical teams and Netflix Engineering. * Support technical issue escalation and resolution by ensuring clear ownership and communication between production partners, Engineering, and relevant internal stakeholders. * Collaborate with Netflix Broadcast Engineering on the evaluation and improvement of ground ingest capabilities, including signal acquisition, inspection, validation, and standardization. * Partner with internal teams to maintain and improve technical guidelines, specifications, and the Netflix Live Production Handbook. ### Post Production & Content Delivery Management * Provide feedback and oversee post-production strategies, workflows, schedules, budgets, and deliveries for SVOD content associated with live events. * Partner with production companies, Post Supervisors, and internal Netflix teams to define and manage post-production plans, including graphics, music, editorial, finishing, localization, and delivery requirements. * Establish and manage workflows for internal content reviews, including pre-produced packages, features, and edited SVOD content. * Evaluate and improve partner delivery workflows for SVOD content derived from live broadcasts, ensuring alignment with Netflix delivery requirements. * Oversee workflows for Netflix-produced assets entering live broadcasts, coordinating asset management and delivery between internal creative teams, production partners, and Broadcast Operations. * Review technical and post-production budgets and workflow-related costs ensuring stakeholders are informed of potential changes and risks. * Review schedules and resource plans with production partners, identifying potential risks, efficiencies, and resource needs. Provide guidance on feasibility and opportunities for improvement. * Track post-production milestones, communicate key updates, and coordinate with internal stakeholders to support timely delivery. ### Partner, Vendor & Resource Management * Partner with technical and post-production vendors to ensure appropriate staffing, resources, facilities, and workflows are in place for each project. * Oversee transmission vendor planning, including the evaluation of transmission pathways, comms strategy, cost estimates, booking requirements, and coordination with production partners on commercial arrangements. * Evaluate production and post-production partners and vendors, ensuring their capabilities align with project requirements and Netflix technical and quality standards. ## Qualifications ### Experience * 8+ years of experience in live broadcast, live streaming, or remote production technical operations, preferably in a technical management or supervisory role. * Strong experience with live sports or large-scale live entertainment productions, managing technical workflows and multiple production partners. * Familiarity with post-production management, including editorial, finishing, schedules, budgets, and SVOD delivery workflows. Direct experience in live sports post production is a plus. * Experience with on-premises and cloud-based production and media workflows. * Familiarity with live broadcast, technical production, and post-production vendors across Mexico and Latin America is a plus. ### Technical Knowledge * Strong understanding of live broadcast and streaming operations, including signal acquisition, transmission, remote production, contribution, distribution, and OTT workflows. * Familiarity with broadcast and streaming technologies, video transport protocols, compression formats, and associated infrastructure. * Knowledge of UHD, HDR (Dolby Vision/HLG), Dolby Atmos, and relevant video and audio quality standards. * Understanding of technical testing, troubleshooting, quality control, and escalation processes. * Familiarity with professional camera formats and post-production workflows, including editorial, finishing, color, and sound. ### Skills & Attributes * Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. * Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and ability to anticipate operational risks. * Proactive, collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity, with a mindset for innovation and continuous workflow improvement. * Professional fluency in English required, with strong written and verbal communication skills. * Flexibility to travel and support live event schedules, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays. * Proficiency in Google Workspace and familiarity with production budgeting and scheduling tools. Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner. We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service. Job is open for no less than 7 days and will be removed when the position is filled.