Senior Live Director (Sports)

TL;DR

Senior Live Director (Sports): Executing scheduled live sports events for a global OTT platform with an accent on broadcast delivery, playout management, and signal flow. Focus on maintaining high-quality output, collaborating with production teams, and resolving technical issues under pressure in a fast-paced live environment.

Location: Hybrid role based in Leeds, UK

Company

hirify.global is a leading global sports streaming service dedicated to delivering live action to fans anytime, anywhere through innovative technology.

What you will do

• Execute scheduled live sports events to ensure accurate and timely broadcast delivery.
• Monitor and perform quality control of all incoming and outgoing signals.
• Load, prepare, and transmit daily playout schedules for various channels.
• Collaborate with graphics and production teams to confirm broadcast readiness.
• Provide technical support for transmission services and equipment.
• Proactively identify potential broadcast issues and plan for rapid resolution.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work from Leeds, UK.
• Solid experience working in a live broadcast transmission environment.
• Proven track record in delivering live sports content under tight deadlines.
• Technical knowledge of broadcast automation systems and workflows.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills in a live operations setting.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with OTT transmission or IP-based delivery systems.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave (increasing by 3 days after 3 years).
• Private medical insurance and life assurance.
• Pension contributions up to 5%.
• Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly community.
• Electric vehicle benefit option and learning/development resources.
• Flexible working opportunities.