In 2016, PERFORM acquired the Worldwide rights to exploit all broadcast coverage of FIBA events for 17 years for the period 2017-2033. It is a significant step for the company as it now has the exclusive role to monetise all forms of media exploitation (including TV broadcast rights) and takes the lead role in managing all aspects of FIBA Media's content production and distribution.

Perform is seeking an Assistant Producer to join the newly formed "FIBA Media" team to assist in maximising usage of Perform produced content and the audience reached, and in the promotion of basketball. Events include the Basketball World Cup and major continental championships as well as a brand new European club competition, the Basketball Champions League which launched in September 2016.

The Social Media Assistant Producer is expected to use their creativity and passion for European and World basketball to create video content that engages fans anytime, anywhere.

The successful candidate will be part of the production of content for 300+ live games per year (circa 109 days per annum).

Working alongside both FIBA Media's Communications and Production Team you will play your part in creating and designing media rich content and make a considerable contribution to shaping content strategy.

You will be based in our Feltham office, so it is essential, due to the nature of the hours, on occasion, that you can arrange your journey to and from work outside of public transport hours. There may also be some overseas travel involved

The role is full time and will require flexibility as the hours will include evenings and some possible weekend work.



WHAT WILL YOU DO IN YOUR NEW ROLE?

To edit and deliver original, high quality content, producing pictures and graphics with creativity, energy and skill.

To demonstrate editorial judgement and selection appropriate to service requirements

To work with internal Perform and FIBA Communications teams to ensure the timely delivery of content to its final destination

Act as final QC on all digital content on game nights or across the week

To develop an understanding of new technologies used in the delivery of multi-platform products and to implement the use of equipment needed to execute this

To work well to tight deadlines and to offer creative and flexible solutions, to develop and shape the product and realise its full potential across multiple platforms

To build and maintain a proactive and collaborative relationship with in-house teams, and have an understanding of technical and delivery aspects of digital media

Develop the content and suggest new ideas for video treatments

To play a central role in a regular product review process, including regular meetings with the Producer, Senior Producer, Head of Content and Product Owners

Support the FIBA Communications Team in their endeavours to grow the exposure of FIBA national team basketball and the Basketball Champions League



DO YOU HAVE THESE ESSENTIALS?

First rate, demonstrable knowledge of and interest in international Basketball. European Basketball knowledge would be a real plus.

Understanding of technical and delivery aspects of broadcast and digital media

Manage the delivery of multi-format programme files

Excellent Avid-based editing software skills

Excellent editorial judgement appropriate to content requirements

Experience of conducting interviews and of producing shoots on location

Experience with ENG and DV cameras an advantage



DO YOU HAVE THESE DESIRABLES?

Excellent attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Thrives in a team working environment

Be able to work to briefs but also use own initiative to deliver content to a very high standard.

A high degree of self-motivation and ambition

A determined, confident and proactive approach

Ability to analyse requirements or problems and lead the proposal of the solutions.

Sound computer literacy and experience (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)



IF YOU HAVEN'T YET GOT A FEEL FOR THE CULTURE AT PERFORM, THEN READ ON...

Here at Perform Group we like to consider ourselves a progressive, dynamic, fun and fast-paced global sports media broadcasting company. We are passionate about what we do and good at it too! We have over 2,800 employees with an extensive network of freelance specialists. We have a strong team with experts from Netflix, Amazon Video, BBC iPlayer, YouView and Now TV. We're growing rapidly and launching into new global markets every year.

Here are some of the things you can expect working at Perform; collaboration, innovation, ever changing, empowerment, work hard and personal development.

Find out more at www.performgroup.com



BENEFITS

You'll receive 25 days' annual leave (increasing by 3 days after 3 years), Single cover Aviva Private medical insurance*, Life Assurance (4x annual salary), matching pension contributions up to 5%, Travel Loan, Cycle to Work Scheme*, and more.

And there's more...... you'll have access to the Perform/DAZN online learning portal (MindTools) and be part of our Career Deal, which aims to support your continued professional development. We also have a structured management development programme and a financially rewarding Refer a Friend scheme. If you fancy a move abroad; Perform are currently seeking the best talent in the world.

*Please Note - some of these benefits will be available to you upon successful completion of your probation.