ABOUT WORLD TABLE TENNIS
The creation of World Table Tennis (WTT) is set to revolutionise the way table tennis is viewed and commercialised across the globe. With significant external investment and commitment to long term partnership, WTT is much more than a vehicle to house current rights. As the dedicated commercial rights entity, for the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), WTT has the ambition and ability to create new assets and events, capitalising on the unrivalled potential of the sport. The clear aim is to build WTT into a revenue generation powerhouse, ploughing profits back into Table Tennis to continually develop and transform the sport.
Taking a new, innovative, and entrepreneurial approach to how table tennis should manage its competition platform and positioning, WTT has been tasked with re-imagining a new professional event structure, re-energising the entertainment and fan experience, and re-defining the new era.
With 300 million players and over 500 million fans, the potential of the sport of table tennis is waiting to be unleashed.
OVERVIEW
As WTT’s Executive Producer, you'll lead the Video and Multimedia Content Production and Media Distribution operations within the WTT Marketing & Communications department, focusing on engaging, innovative content that extends our reach and boosts revenues. Your role involves strategising and overseeing all aspects of WTT’s video content, ensuring seamless collaboration with the Broadcast team for top-tier production quality.
You will manage budgets, lead creative content campaigns, and ensure content aligns with WTT’s essence and branding. This position requires a strong partnership with Events, Communications, and Partnerships teams to create compelling live broadcast, streaming and promotional content, to drive fan base growth, and leverage insights for strategic decisions. Your leadership will foster a collaborative environment, merging creative vision with technical execution to elevate WTT's global presence.
This role reports to the WTT Director of Marketing & Communications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategically lead the Video Production and Media Distribution teams, setting vision and goals aligned with WTT's objectives to engage audiences and increase revenues.
- Collaborate with the Broadcast Team to streamline live event coverage, ensuring high-quality production values across all platforms.
- Oversee budget management for video production and multimedia content creation, optimising resources for efficient and impactful output.
- Direct the creation and delivery of all multimedia content, including rights content to partners, promotional material for events, branded content for partnerships and for WTT-owned social media channels.
- Foster strong collaborative relationships with the ITTF Communications team, WTT China’s Media team, WTT Events team, and the WTT Commercial & Partnerships team to ensure content synergy and brand consistency.
- Implement a data-led approach to content strategy, enhancing fan base growth and engagement across digital, social, and traditional media platforms.
- Innovate in multimedia storytelling, exploring new formats and technologies to keep WTT at the forefront of sports broadcasting.
- Manage and mentor the Video Production and Media Distribution teams, encouraging professional growth and fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Proven experience in executive production, with a strong portfolio in broadcast content production and streaming/VOD.
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage creative teams.
- Comprehensive knowledge of broadcast technology, live event production, and digital media trends.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to drive content innovation and audience engagement.
- Deep technical knowledge in video production, including editing, sound design, and post-production processes.
- Expertise in media distribution channels and broadcast technology, with an ability to leverage emerging platforms for content dissemination.
- Familiarity with the table tennis ecosystem and passion for sports is a plus, but not mandatory.
- This role is pivotal in shaping the future of WTT's content landscape, requiring a visionary leader dedicated to excellence in multimedia storytelling.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] with the email subject titled “WTT Executive Producer”.
Due to the high number of candidate applications expected, only those who are shortlisted to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.
