Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com.

Who are we hiring?

The Executive Producer Event Presentation will be responsible for supporting and executing all in-game production for the New York Rangers and New York Knicks. This role will be responsible for creating and curating content to enhance the MSG Sports fan experience and ensure that we are offering an experience that sets us apart from our competitors and offers best in class and state of the art entertainment to our fans and season subscribers. The role will take lead on production and presentation of team events such as partner functions, subscriber forums and charity events. Other responsibilities will include developing strategies, creative development/production and management of all areas of programming and day-to-day operations for Game Presentation. This position is constantly monitoring the industry for technological advancements and creative entertainment opportunities for in-game and venue experience so that we can continue to deliver extraordinary experiences to our guests.

Additionally, the Executive Producer will be responsible for managing and tracking multiple projects in design from bidding through final delivery. The Executive Producer will interface cross-departmentally with the creative studio, Gardenvision, and Operations teams, and will be the main point of contact for our Hockey and Basketball show callers.

What will you do?

Leads the exploration, design, and implementation of technology/theatrical elements to enhance the “MSG Sports” fan experience for all NY Rangers & NY Knicks home games.
Sets, manages and executes season-long vision to bring the New York Rangers and New York Knicks narratives to life in-arena across all core game presentation elements. Strategically uses games as an opportunity to market programs and initiatives.
Serve as a point of contact to NHL & NBA for broadcast and entertainment related coordination.
Authors, manages and speaks to EP annual budgets (NYK & NYR regular season, post season, KCD, etc)
Assists with overseeing the production of in-game video and graphic content elements.
Secures live entertainment acts for all NYR & NYK games including anthem singers, halftime performers, etc.
Oversees strategy of all areas of programming and day-to-day operations for in-arena presentation and building services related to event presentation, such as all on-ice/court activity, music department, arena lighting, and entertainment coordination, game night staff, public address announcers, etc.
Assists with all aspects of execution for Partnerships’ in-game elements.
Develop in-arena partnership sales opportunities; including digital assets inventory analysis, creating sellable opportunities and generating programming ideas for new partners.
Coordinates all internal requests for in-game programming from Marketing, Merchandise, Food/Beverage, MSG Network, GDF, MSG LIVE, MSG Sports Properties, Community Relations, Alumni Relations. Includes the review of scripting and securing in-game inventory.
Stay in tune with trends in presentation and entertainment and monitor fan feedback in order to deliver an unequalled fan experience. This includes analyzing fan surveys, attending focus groups, and availability to travel to see other presentations.

What do you need to succeed?

10+ years’ extensive experience as a sports/entertainment production executive.
Proven track record in live events and sports production including managing complex production budgets and schedules.
Must be creative and have a well-developed sense of storytelling.
Vast entertainment industry contacts.
This position must always be able to source and act on industry trends
Ability to produce videos and provide clear and creative direction.
Must have a strong knowledge of theatrical lighting, music and live production techniques
Must possess exceptional computer skills and an ability to generate cutting edge presentations.
Excellent communication skills.
Has excellent collaboration skills and instincts and works as a partner with multiple constituents.

Special Requirements

Attendance at all rehearsals NY Knicks & NY Rangers home games and other external events as needed
Nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays required as needed in conjunction with NY Rangers & NY Knicks schedules and needs.

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Pay Range

$195,000—$220,000 USD

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We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, MSG complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.

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