Overview: 

Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech.  We provide the richest and most trusted sports data available and are at the forefront of the latest advancements in AI and machine learning to turn this data into something magic.    

We entwine our extensive back-catalogue of data in with innovative products and machine-learning to deliver insights, predictions, and super-fast data for a variety of sporting organisations worldwide, plus the biggest names in media and broadcast.  

We partner with top-flight teams, leagues, coaches, betting companies, broadcasters, media outlets, gaming specialists and professional bodies to improve the overall experience for sports fans.  We constantly collect the most detailed sports data to enhance a wide range of sports competitions, from tennis to soccer to basketball and more.  Stats Perform is the knowledge bank behind it all.  

But data and technology is only half of the package.  We need great people to fuel the engine.  And that’s where you come in… 

 

Stats Perform is seeking a dynamic Video Planner to join our Video Delivery team, this is a Full-Time Hybrid position in Aveiro, Portugal. 

 

As a Video Planner, you will work within Video Operations and be responsible for accurate and efficient fulfilment of duties for signal acquisition and distribution facilities of over 40,000 live events each year. The successful candidate must be passionate about sport and live broadcast, with previous experience in a demanding operational environment.  

 

You will be responsible for operating the Video Planning functions through the application of best practice and the most appropriate processes for the workload, ensuring the area has capacity to meet existing and future demand. You’ll need to quickly understand the requirements for delivering content across multiple products simultaneously, ensuring consistent output quality. You must also understand how to ingest video signals, route them to local production centres, and distribute them as needed. 

 

The position will require you to work occasional evenings, public holidays and weekends, as well as travel globally.  

 

Responsibilities: 

Ensure the timely fulfilment of schedules, collaborating closely with the Senior Video Planner and Team Lead to uphold service excellence aligned with departmental and team KPIs. 

Strategically allocate resources in accordance with the sports schedule, effectively managing workload capacity to meet current and future demands. 

Serve as the escalation point for operational decisions, working in tandem with the Master Control Room (MCR) and Video Engineering teams to swiftly identify and address issues. 

Foster strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, gathering essential information to facilitate successful event delivery. 

Maintain documentation covering all video planning responsibilities, demonstrating expertise in work systems and subject matter. 

 

Required Qualifications: 

Highly organized with a methodical data-driven approach to work. 

Proactive and self-motivated, with a positive outlook and the ability to motivate others. 

Financially astute, with a keen eye for continuous improvement opportunities and the ability to make balanced decisions. 

Strong time-management skills, with an ability to consistently meet tight deadlines. 

Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively liaise with stakeholders at all levels. 

Professional demeanor with exemplary written and English proficiency.   

 

Desired Qualifications: 

Experience working with scheduling systems such as Dataminer, ScheduALL or similar platforms. 

Proficiency in accessing video via IP and satellite technologies, coupled with an understanding of sports event delivery workflows. 

Strong data manipulation and analysis skills, complemented by experience in high-pressure production or transmission environments. 

 

 

Why work at Stats Perform? 

Well, why not?  We’re a unique organization with a unique culture of care, competition and collaboration.  Our ‘One Team’ ethos means that we take care of each other, through initiatives such as Mental Health Days Off and ‘No Meeting Fridays’ and of course, flexible working.  

We pull together to build a better environment for all – from volunteering activities to fundraisers to participating in Employee Resource Groups.  We will embrace all you have to offer at Stats Perform – your ideas, your passion, your life experiences and in return we’ll give you a great place to work.  

 

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Stats Perform 

By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity.  You will be contributing to an organization that is committed to ensuring a sense of belonging and inclusivity is felt by all.  We’re collectively responsible for creating and maintaining an inclusive environment, and that’s why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values. With increased diversity comes increased innovation, more creativity and ensures we’re best placed to serve our clients and our communities, so we will continue to seek diversity and equity in all we do.  

 

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