Sinclair is seeking an innovative/seasoned sports media executive to lead our Bally Sports regional sports network (RSN) in Los Angeles, CA.
As SVP/General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for network’s relationships with team partners, maximizing revenue, growing audience reach on the network’s linear and digital platforms, and leading a dynamic staff to consistently deliver the very best in live game coverage, studio programming, digital content operations, advertising sponsorship, daily and long-term content creation and optimize opportunities for growth and new business.
Primary Accomplishments of the role:
Teams who perceive General Manager (GM) as an integral member and whose partnership is essential to their success Profit generation that meets or exceeds targets for the Teams and the Sports network National-level broadcast produced with a regional sports focus and budget Well-developed, High Performing Leadership Team and staff Strategic and operational plans that drive growth Positive perception of the network brand and GM as RSN ambassador
Representative Key Actions associated with the role:
Develop and execute a strategy for in-person engagement with Team stakeholders and key decision makers Develop and execute a strategy for regular business review meetings (pre/post season) where relevant data is shared, and relational value is reinforced Develop and execute a strategy to optimize digital content and revenue as well as maximize advertising revenue Seek opportunities to promote the Teams and the region by leading unique events and campaigns Build and lead a high-morale, high-performing team Establish effective systems for recruiting, hiring, onboarding and management Produce content on par with network quality programming as well as oversee long-term and daily content Leverage team relationship to enable best access and cooperation to players, coaches and Team executives Develop and execute strategy to optimize marketing, public relations and community involvement Other tasks and goals that achieve the primary accomplishments of the role of GM
Ideal Experience and Qualifications:
Experience managing teams of 30+ people Strong relationship building skills as well as ability to negotiate (new and renewal) rights deals that strengthen Team relationships Proven track record in performance leadership; with discipline in forecast/budget management; P&L management Expertise in content and campaign strategy (including social + website), digital advertising, analytics, 360 campaigns Able to balance strategy with strong operational skills
– able to understand, deconstruct, streamline and optimize complex, large-scale business processes Thinks strategically, but stays on top of tactical execution Has the innate ability to inspire passion in others
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