Associate Production Director

The Associate Production Director serves as the primary technical lead and director for studio productions at Peloton. This high-ownership leadership role involves technical execution, creative integrity, visual and audio presentation of live streams, professional development of the crew, and seamless integration of technology and talent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partners with Producing and Creative Services teams to translate creative visions into reality, making real-time editorial decisions during live broadcasts.
• Leads the execution of live and coach-to-camera, on-demand workout classes, ensuring high-production value through precise camera blocking, lighting transitions, and audio fidelity.
• Oversees a team of 1-2 Production Technicians during live broadcasts, providing real-time cues and ensuring all positions meet production standards.
• Maintains accountability for the final artistic aesthetic and technical quality of the broadcast.
• Serves as the designated Control Room Lead, managing daily production workflows and overseeing task distribution among the production crew.
• Collaborates with Senior Leadership to design and implement training programs for Production Technicians.
• Maintains all SOPs, including style guides and technical workflows.
• Leads technical planning and execution for high-stakes internal and/or external projects.
• Partners with Senior Management, Supervisors, and Engineering to identify workflow inefficiencies and propose new hardware/software solutions.
• Acts as the first line of command during technical failures, making discretionary, independent, high-pressure decisions to maintain product integrity.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in a live broadcast environment (TV, News, or Sports), with a proven track record in a Director or Technical Director capacity.
• 4-year degree in Broadcast Production, Communications, or a related field; or equivalent professional leadership experience.
• Expert-level knowledge of Ross Carbonite switchers, Yamaha QL/CL series audio consoles, and advanced signal flow (SDI, NDI, and Dante).
• Demonstrated ability to lead a crew under the pressure of a live "on-air" environment; experience supervising small teams or direct reports is preferred.
• A systems-oriented mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex signal paths and IP-based broadcast workflows autonomously.
• Ability to support a 24/7 production schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the broadcast calendar.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off policy
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Access to mental health services
• 401k, tuition reimbursement, and student loan paydown plans
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Fertility and adoption support and up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave
• Child care and family care discounts
• Free access to Peloton Digital App and apparel and product discounts
• Commuter benefits and Citi Bike Discount
• Pet insurance