Associate Production Director

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Production Director serves as the primary technical lead and "Director" and technical lead for our studio productions. This is a high-ownership leadership role, designed for a broadcast professional who commands the control room environment. Beyond technical execution, they are responsible for the creative integrity and visual / audio presentation of the livestream, technical execution, the professional development of the crew, and the seamless integration of technology and talent. The role shifts focus from equipment operation to the total orchestration of the production environment, ensuring a world-class experience for both the talent and the members.

YOUR DAILY IMPACT AT PELOTON

• Partners with Producing and Creative Services teams to translate creative visions into reality, making real-time editorial decisions during live broadcasts involving invention, imagination, originality and talent to enhance storytelling and engagement. The Associate Production Director is the final creative decision-maker regarding how Peloton’s live and coach-to-camera, on demand workout classes look and sound
• Exercises discretion and independent judgment in leadingLeads the execution of live and coach- to- camera, on-demand workout classes, acting as the primary Creative and Technical Director to ensure high-production value through precise camera blocking, lighting transitions, and audio fidelity
• Directly oversees a team of 1–2 Production Technicians during live broadcasts, providing real-time cues and ensuring all positions (Audio, Camera, Vision) meet production standards
• Partners with Producing and Creative Services teams to translate creative visions into technical reality, making real-time editorial decisions during live broadcasts involving invention, imagination, originality and talent to enhance storytelling and engagement
• Maintains accountability for the final artistic aesthetic and technical quality of the broadcast, proactively identifying and correcting deviations from brand style guides
• Serves as the designated Control Room Lead, managing daily production workflows and overseeing the distribution of tasks among the production crew to ensure operational success
• Collaborates with Senior Leadership to design and implement training programs for Production Technicians, providing formal feedback and mentorship to elevate the team’s collective technical proficiency and knowledge
• Maintains all SOPs, including style guides and technical workflows
• Lead the technical planning and execution for high-stakes internal and/or external projects
• Partner with Senior Management, Supervisors and Engineering to identify workflow inefficiencies; propose and test new hardware/software solutions
• Act as the first line of command during technical failures, making discretionary, independent, high-pressure decisions to maintain product integrity

YOU BRING TO PELOTON

• 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
• Maintains a readiness to provide on-call support and technical guidance to the production team during off-schedule hours to ensure continuous broadcast integrity

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for this position based at our New York City headquarters. The actual base salary offered for this position will depend on numerous factors including, without limitation, experience and business objectives and if the location for the job changes. Our base salary is just one component of Peloton’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes annual equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan as well as other region-specific health and welfare benefits.

As an organization, one of our top priorities is to maintain the health and wellbeing for our employees and their family. To achieve this goal, we offer robust and comprehensive benefits including:

• 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 and so much more!

Base Salary Range

$84,250 - $99,650 USD

ABOUT PELOTON:

Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) provides Members with expert instruction, and world class content to create impactful and entertaining workout experiences for anyone, anywhere and at any stage in their fitness journey. At home, outdoors, traveling, or at the gym, Peloton brings together innovative hardware, distinctive software, and exclusive content. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Peloton has millions of Members across the US, UK, Canada, Germany, Australia, and Austria. For more information, visit www.onepeloton.com.

Peloton is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Equal employment opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Peloton, where all team members, applicants, and other covered persons are considered on the basis of their personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, familial status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable law. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all practices and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you would like to request any accommodations from application through to interview, please email: applicantaccommodations@onepeloton.com.

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