Senior Production Coordinator

Job Description

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-veoo1n-216-73-217-174-42 in your application.