Researcher - Production

About this role

Host Broadcast Services (HBS) is a leading, independent host broadcast specialist, dedicated to helping international sports federations, organising committees, and rights holders deliver their events to a global audience. We provide world-class broadcast solutions for some of the world’s biggest sporting events, including the prestigious FIFA World Cup™, ensuring broadcasters worldwide can offer fans a unique and engaging viewing experience.

Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, and as part of the Infront Sports & Media group, HBS offers the full spectrum of host broadcast operations and services — combining technological innovation with deep industry expertise to set the benchmark in live sports broadcasting. 🎬 We’re Hiring: Researcher (Production) Join HBS, a global leader in sports production and project management for international sporting events, and help bring world-class sports stories to life.

As a Researcher, you'll work alongside our editorial and production teams, providing the research, planning and content support that underpins high-quality broadcast, digital and social media content. Please note, this role requires a minimum of 3 days a week in the office in Central London and international travel (including long-term trips). 🎯 What You'll Do: Research players, teams, competitions and wider sporting stories to support editorial planning and content creation.

Prepare research briefs, interview notes and editorial documentation for productions across multiple platforms. Support Producers throughout the production process, including content planning, scripting, post-production coordination and managing edits through to final delivery. Log footage, identify key moments, storylines and editorial opportunities to support efficient editing workflows. Fact-check scripts, graphics and editorial content to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Provide editorial and research support during international sporting events, working closely with production teams in fast-paced environments. 📌 What makes a successful candidate: Previous experience in research, production, journalism, digital media or a related editorial environment. Strong interest and knowledge of sport and sports storytelling. Excellent research, writing and organisational skills. High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.