Sphere Entertainment Co. is a leader in immersive experiences, technology and media. The Company includes Sphere, an experiential medium powered by advanced technologies. The first Sphere opened in Las Vegas, with a second venue planned for Abu Dhabi. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at www.sphereentertainmentco.com.
Who are we hiring:
The Senior Production Coordinator will support the New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils production teams in travel coordination, budget management, financial administration, and day-to-day production operations. In addition, this position will work closely with the Production Operations and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) teams to maintain efficient, accurate, and cost-effective production practices while supporting live sports broadcasts and special events.
This position will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless execution of production-related activities by coordinating logistics, tracking expenses, managing billing and purchase order processes, and supporting operational workflows across multiple departments.
What will you do?
- Coordinate all travel arrangements for the New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils production teams, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation, and logistical support.
- Assist in managing budgetary requirements for team production activities, including expense tracking, cost monitoring, and collaboration with Finance and FP&A departments.
- Review, approve, and reconcile per diem, payroll, and expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and budget guidelines.
- Collaborate with producers, directors, technicians, and other entities to ensure the smooth execution of production projects and broadcasts.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of production expenses, invoices, purchase orders, and financial transactions.
- Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, preparing documents, and handling correspondence to support day-to-day production operations.
- Support the Production Operations department with financial tracking, invoice processing, expense reconciliation, and billing-related activities.
- Work closely with the Financial Planning & Analysis department to create, track, and manage purchase orders (POs), ensuring accurate budget allocation and timely processing of production-related expenses.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of workflows and processes related to travel coordination, budget management, financial reporting, and production operations.
- Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.
What do you need to succeed?
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
- 2+ years of professional production experience, preferably within sports, broadcast television, or the entertainment industry.
- Solid understanding of the NHL and the sport of hockey, including familiarity with teams, players, and industry dynamics.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping, expense tracking, and reporting.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with diverse teams.
- Proficiency with software and tools used for travel coordination, budgeting, and project tracking.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Familiarity with Airtable and other production management platforms.
- Experience with budgeting, invoice processing, purchase orders (POs), expense reconciliation, and financial tracking preferred.
- Experience collaborating with Finance, Accounting, or Financial Planning departments preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling financial and personnel information.
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by production schedules.
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Pay Range
$51,000—$80,000 USD
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