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Get Access To All JobsAt WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. WHOOP is seeking a WHOOP Live Producer to lead the continued development and expansion of WHOOP’s live broadcast initiatives. This individual will define the vision, strategy, and execution for “WHOOP Live,” which brings WHOOP data to life across global events, live broadcasts, and digital platforms. This role will sit at the intersection of marketing, technology, and sports, showcasing how WHOOP human performance insights enhance storytelling and deepen engagement across athletic and entertainment experiences.
Responsibilities
- Own the execution of WHOOP Live biometric broadcast experiences across global events, livestreams, and digital platforms.
- Identify, develop, negotiate and manage new broadcast integrations, partnerships, and growth opportunities that elevate WHOOP Live within the broader WHOOP marketing strategy alongside the Brand Media and Sports & Talent Marketing teams.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key technical partners and third-party agencies, ensuring alignment across creative, technical, and operational execution.
- Manage on-air integrations, commentator onboarding and seeding, production crews, and technology vendors to ensure seamless, high-quality execution.
- Collaborate with broadcast production partners to shape and deliver compelling data narratives that support the WHOOP Live analytics strategy, connecting biometric insights to audience storytelling.
- Oversee creative ideation and production of live graphics, storytelling, and real-time data visualization strategies for broadcast, production, and social channels.
- Serve as the primary liaison between marketing, hardware, and software teams to align WHOOP Live product strategy with company-wide brand and product objectives.
- Partner with the Sports & Talent (S+T) team on athlete onboarding, data integrations, and WHOOP Live storytelling opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with WHOOP marketing systems and processes (e.g., monday.com, Trello) to maintain consistent project management standards and visibility.
- Work closely with the Analytics team to critically analyze and report on the performance impact of WHOOP Live, providing insights to optimize future initiatives.
Qualifications
- 6–8+ years of experience in live broadcast production, experiential marketing, sports media, or related fields, with increasing ownership over complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
- Proven experience leading live or real-time broadcast productions across global events, livestreams, or digital platforms, ideally within sports, entertainment, or performance-driven environments.
- Strong track record of developing and managing broadcast integrations, partnerships, and vendor relationships, including contract negotiation and long-term growth opportunities.
- Deep understanding of live production workflows, on-air integrations, graphics packages, data visualization, and real-time storytelling for broadcast and social platforms.
- Experience working cross-functionally with marketing, creative, product, engineering, analytics, and external partners to deliver cohesive, high-quality live experiences.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex data or technical concepts into compelling, audience-friendly narratives that enhance storytelling and engagement.
- Hands-on experience managing production crews, technical vendors, agencies, commentators, and on-air talent in fast-paced, high-pressure live environments.
- Strong strategic mindset paired with operational excellence — comfortable setting vision and direction while also owning execution down to the details.
- Exceptional communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to serve as a central point of coordination across internal teams and external partners.
- Experience analyzing performance metrics and leveraging insights to inform iteration, optimization, and future programming decisions.
- High level of comfort with project management tools and workflows (e.g., monday.com, Trello, or similar systems).
- Passion for sports, human performance, and technology, with a strong point of view on how data can elevate live storytelling.
- Willingness and ability to travel 25–50% of the time to support global WHOOP Live events. Anticipated events could include: 7-10 PGA TOUR Events, 5-7 mountain bike events, and 3-5 TBD Others.
Location: This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.
Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility.
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values. At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success. The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000 - $150,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package. These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.
At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. WHOOP is seeking a WHOOP Live Producer to lead the continued development and expansion of WHOOP’s live broadcast initiatives. This individual will define the vision, strategy, and execution for “WHOOP Live,” which brings WHOOP data to life across global events, live broadcasts, and digital platforms. This role will sit at the intersection of marketing, technology, and sports, showcasing how WHOOP human performance insights enhance storytelling and deepen engagement across athletic and entertainment experiences.
Responsibilities
- Own the execution of WHOOP Live biometric broadcast experiences across global events, livestreams, and digital platforms.
- Identify, develop, negotiate and manage new broadcast integrations, partnerships, and growth opportunities that elevate WHOOP Live within the broader WHOOP marketing strategy alongside the Brand Media and Sports & Talent Marketing teams.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key technical partners and third-party agencies, ensuring alignment across creative, technical, and operational execution.
- Manage on-air integrations, commentator onboarding and seeding, production crews, and technology vendors to ensure seamless, high-quality execution.
- Collaborate with broadcast production partners to shape and deliver compelling data narratives that support the WHOOP Live analytics strategy, connecting biometric insights to audience storytelling.
- Oversee creative ideation and production of live graphics, storytelling, and real-time data visualization strategies for broadcast, production, and social channels.
- Serve as the primary liaison between marketing, hardware, and software teams to align WHOOP Live product strategy with company-wide brand and product objectives.
- Partner with the Sports & Talent (S+T) team on athlete onboarding, data integrations, and WHOOP Live storytelling opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with WHOOP marketing systems and processes (e.g., monday.com, Trello) to maintain consistent project management standards and visibility.
- Work closely with the Analytics team to critically analyze and report on the performance impact of WHOOP Live, providing insights to optimize future initiatives.
Qualifications
- 6–8+ years of experience in live broadcast production, experiential marketing, sports media, or related fields, with increasing ownership over complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
- Proven experience leading live or real-time broadcast productions across global events, livestreams, or digital platforms, ideally within sports, entertainment, or performance-driven environments.
- Strong track record of developing and managing broadcast integrations, partnerships, and vendor relationships, including contract negotiation and long-term growth opportunities.
- Deep understanding of live production workflows, on-air integrations, graphics packages, data visualization, and real-time storytelling for broadcast and social platforms.
- Experience working cross-functionally with marketing, creative, product, engineering, analytics, and external partners to deliver cohesive, high-quality live experiences.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex data or technical concepts into compelling, audience-friendly narratives that enhance storytelling and engagement.
- Hands-on experience managing production crews, technical vendors, agencies, commentators, and on-air talent in fast-paced, high-pressure live environments.
- Strong strategic mindset paired with operational excellence — comfortable setting vision and direction while also owning execution down to the details.
- Exceptional communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to serve as a central point of coordination across internal teams and external partners.
- Experience analyzing performance metrics and leveraging insights to inform iteration, optimization, and future programming decisions.
- High level of comfort with project management tools and workflows (e.g., monday.com, Trello, or similar systems).
- Passion for sports, human performance, and technology, with a strong point of view on how data can elevate live storytelling.
- Willingness and ability to travel 25–50% of the time to support global WHOOP Live events. Anticipated events could include: 7-10 PGA TOUR Events, 5-7 mountain bike events, and 3-5 TBD Others.
Location: This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.
Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility.
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values. At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success. The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000 - $150,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package. These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Producer
Document your production credits precisely
J-1 Trainee and Specialist applications require evidence of field-relevant experience. Compile a portfolio listing each project's format, budget tier, and your credited role so your designated sponsor can confirm you meet program eligibility before issuing the DS-2019.
Confirm your program category before applying
If you're a current student producing as part of a degree program, the Intern category applies. Career professionals with prior production experience outside academia qualify as Trainees. Choosing the wrong category stalls your DS-2019 issuance and delays your start date.
Target studios with established host agreements
Not every production company is set up to host J-1 participants. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in film, television, and digital media who have already accepted international exchange visitors, which shortens the host-approval process significantly.
Build a training plan around production workflows
Your designated sponsor requires a signed Individual Development Plan or Training Plan before issuing the DS-2019. Map specific objectives to pre-production, production, and post-production phases so the plan reflects real on-set and studio workflows rather than vague learning goals.
Check whether your home country triggers the two-year rule
Producers from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or those funded by a home-country government, must return home for two years after the program before changing to most work visa categories. Verify your country's status through USCIS before accepting a host placement.
Negotiate credit and title before the DS-2019 is issued
Your host employer's commitment letter must match the role described in your training plan. If your actual duties shift after arrival, your designated sponsor must update the DS-2019. Align your on-screen credit, title, and responsibilities in writing before the placement is finalized.
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Find Producer JobsProducer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Producer role?
It depends on where you are in your career. Current students producing as part of a degree earn the Intern category, which requires enrollment in an accredited program. Professionals with at least one year of prior production experience outside a degree program qualify under the Trainee category. Highly specialized senior producers with recognized expertise may qualify as Specialists, though that category carries stricter eligibility thresholds set by the designated sponsor.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Producer?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the studio or production company hiring you. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT issue your DS-2019 form, monitor your compliance, and sign your training plan. The production company or studio is your host employer. That distinction matters because your legal status depends on the designated sponsor, not the employer.
How do I find host employers in film or television who accept J-1 participants?
Search Migrate Mate to identify production companies, networks, and studios in the United States that are open to international exchange visitors. Not every employer is set up with an active host agreement, so filtering for roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship saves time. Once you identify a willing host, your designated sponsor works directly with that employer to finalize the training plan and compliance documents.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Producers?
It can. Producers from countries listed on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, or those whose J-1 program is funded by a home-country government or a U.S. government agency, are subject to the two-year home residency requirement. This means you must return home for two years before applying for an H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visa. Verify whether your country and funding source trigger the requirement through USCIS before finalizing any host placement.
Can a Producer transition from J-1 to a long-term work visa after the program ends?
Yes, but timing and the two-year rule govern what's possible. If the home residency requirement applies to you, you need a waiver or must complete the two years before changing status. If it doesn't apply, you can pursue an H-1B, O-1, or other work visa category after your J-1 concludes, provided you find a qualifying employer and meet that visa's specific eligibility criteria. Review your DS-2019 end date carefully since the J-1 grace period is only 30 days.
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