Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) was created by the International Olympic Committee in 2001 in order to serve as the Host Broadcast organization for all Olympic Games, Olympic Winter Games and Youth Olympic Games.

The Planning

Manager as part of the Broadcast Operations & Planning team serves as one of the OBS representatives with OCOGs and YOGOCs, ensuring alignment on Host Broadcaster operational requirements, venue facilities, services, and delivery timelines. Coordinate the planning and operational implementation of internal and external tasks as well as ensuring the Organising Committee-provided infrastructure and services at assigned venues are clear, while managing timelines, issues, reports, and stakeholder communications with OBS, OCOGs, YOGOCs, and the IOC to support seamless Games-time broadcast operations. Organise and conduct venue surveys for the specific team; produce survey reports.

In cooperation with the Engineering department, complete, review and submit the games time timelines to the OCOG and attend related meetings.

During Games

Time, participate in the activities of the BOC particularly in relation to venue readiness, installation timelines, issue resolution, reporting and information exchanges; provide support to OBS Venue Management teams, MRHs and OBS departments. Other responsibilities may be assigned outside of the Games Planning. Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in Planning of Broadcast operations.



~3-4 in a managerial position or managing projects and stakeholders to execute and ensure delivery of the tasks. ~ Excellent proficiency of English required (native or bilingual).

Ability to deliver on project requirements within tight timelines. ~ Prior involvement in major international sporting events, such as the Olympic Games, is considered advantageous. Health & Well-being– Private health insurance, mental health support, wellness & gym programs. Online support focused on employee well-being.

Work-life Balance – Work from home flexibility (up to 30%), paid time off, parental leave. Visa & Relocation Assistance- Support for employees obtaining visas and relocating from outside Spain.

Professional

Growth- Training, language classes, development opportunities.

International

Collaboration- Diverse Teams, Global Impact. Be part of a general team shaping the future of sports broadcasting. Develop innovative projects and drive operational excellence. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth including learning development programs and new project exposure.

Additional - Guide to Olympic Acronyms: IOC- International Olympic CommitteeOBS- Olympic Broadcasting ServicesIBC- International Broadcast CentreMRH- Media Rights-HolderOCOG- Organising Committee for the Olympic GamesYOCOG- Youth Olympic Games Organising CommitteeBOC- Broadcast Operations Centre

📌 Planning Manager (H/F) (Madrid)
🏢 Olympic Broadcasting Services
📍 Madrid