FIFA

Head of Host Broadcast Production

CONCACAF

Director Broadcast Operations, EP & Media Distribution

Provide strategic direction of production, broadcast operations, and media distribution of live global soccer programming for industry-leading global FIFA confederation and governance body serving 41 member associations. Manage and negotiate media rights and contracts for major networks, including FOX, Univision, ESPN, Verizon, Televisa, CBS, and more. 

–	Launched enterprise’s broadcast operations division and transformed division into revenue-generating cost center to produce double-digit multimillion-dollar ROI over last 4 years.

–	Expanded media distribution sales rights by 3X from 2019 to 2021 despite challenged pandemic market.
 
–	Facilitated editorial and production operations as coordinating producer for 6 games for FIFA World Cup Russia with 1.8 billion combined viewers worldwide.

Executive Producer & Director of Broadcast Operations and Media Distribution

ALBAVISIÓN

Served as executive producer for multimillion-dollar soccer events across LATAM, determining coverage strategies and production logistics strategies, as well as fortifying relationship management with content buyers. Led production and operations for 150-member Repretel 6 Channel organization in Costa Rica in concurrent role within Albavisión parent company.

–	Produced 300+ hours of live content, serving in various key functions for numerous high-profile soccer events, including broadcast manager for Costa Rican FIFA World Cup 2014, LP for CONCACAF’s Gold Cup 2013, and LP for multi-distribution channel for Olympic Broadcasting Service (OBS) in London in 2012.

–	Spearheaded coverage logistics for 10 LATAM countries as executive producer for Albavisión’s 2010 and  2014 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and Brazil, delivering on-schedule, on-budget operations with 1,000+ hours of content. 

–	Concepted, cultivated stakeholder buy-in, and deployed innovative regional operations business model at Repretel 6 that lowered production costs by 12% within 2 years while scaling deliverables output with 100+ more hours of live content per year.

Executive Producer | Production & Operations Manager, Repretel 6

I help you navigate the broadcasting industry. From building a career to finding your next job. Personal Opinions here.

Bridging the Future of Sports Media, Broadcast Operations, and Digital Transformation

I’ve spent over 25 years at the forefront of sports media, broadcast operations, and digital content strategy, leading large-scale productions and shaping the future of how fans experience live sports.

From negotiating multi-million dollar media rights deals to overseeing multimillion global productions, I’ve had the privilege of leading teams of 2,000+ professionals while transforming the way content is delivered across traditional and digital platforms.

Here’s what I bring to the table:
- Sports Media Rights & Distribution – Structuring high-value partnerships with networks like FOX, Univision, ESPN, and CBS to expand global reach.
- Broadcast Operations & Innovation – Scaling live event productions at a global level while integrating AI, cloud-based workflows, and remote production to drive efficiency.

-Digital Strategy & Content Monetization – Helping media companies, leagues, and brands maximize revenue through multi-platform content distribution.

I don’t just adapt to industry disruption—I help create the future. Whether it’s leveraging AI for real-time content production, optimizing remote production workflows, or building scalable media strategies, I specialize in transforming operations into competitive advantages.

If you are looking to navigate the future of sports media, content distribution, or live event production? 

We definitely need to connect.

Oscar Sanchez

Visa

AV and Live streaming events at Visa HQ.  
Film and edit video projects for EUO (Enterprise Productivity and Communications). 
▪ Tricaster Elite 2 switcher
▪ Ross Ultrix Switcher
▪ Senheiser ceiling mics (ACPR)
▪ Allen and Heath 
▪ Analog Way 4K 
▪ LG Video wall
▪ Seervision
▪ ETC
▪ Cyviz
▪ QSC
▪ BirdDog 
▪ Sony FX9 
▪ Sony HDC-P50 4K Global Shutter CMOS POV Camera

Systems Engineer, Corporate Technology Support

Kforce Inc

Film, edit and manage video projects for EUO (Enterprise Productivity and Communications). Video support at a global payments technology company that connects consumers, businesses, banks, and governments in more than 200 countries. Live events engineer supporting daily as well as Town Hall live events and everything in between. Director/TD using Tricaster/Ross switcher.

Video Engineer - Contractor

Hey Buddy TV

•  (Freelance) WebEx coordinator, robotic camera operator for Experis @ Cisco TV.
•  Video and AV production consultant. Create, purchase, install and integrate video/streaming/routing equipment into any space or business.
• Photographer for independent projects with my muse, Ruthie the dog.

Robotic camera op//WebEx coordinator

Advanced Systems Group, LLC

Director//Technical Director//Screen Switcher @ Advanced Systems Group supporting live events at the Bay Area Google campuses, using Ross Carbonite Ultra/Black with TouchDrive switcher panels as well as Grass Valley/SAM Kula & Kahuna switchers.

Production Operator, Director//TD//Screen Switcher

Hey Buddy TV 

•	(Freelance) Director/TD, Camera operator for Experis @ Cisco TV.
•	Technical Director/Studio Manager for media company. Built 2 studios (LED wall), control room and edit bay with Blackmagic video gear. Architect of studio, server room and control room. 
•	Technical Director that organized, managed and learned to operate all of the previous electronics and the new AV gear so that they would work together, better. 
•	Researched,  Installed, integrated and  operated all of the AV and studio video equipment - Switcher, audio board, lighting, 4K studio cameras, 4K Hyperdeck recorders, 4K streaming and routing electronics. 
•	Consultant, engineer and technician to support a rebuild and upgrade of the Tuolumne County Cable TV Station's studio and control room. LED lights, green screen relight and chroma key tweaks and changes for a better Chroma keyed image via the switcher. Talent blocking for lighting and camera.
•	Technical Director for a kid show series (Kid Chef Bakes) with a celebrity chef and 2 kid chefs!
•	Freelance Producer, Director of Photography, Project Manager and Studio Manager for numerous Fortune 500 companies in the San Francisco Bay Area. 
•	Freelance Technical studio producer for 2 remote studios: G4 TV channel and Shorelight Education. Rebuilt Sesspool (G4 channel) satellite studio - new camera, lighting and teleprompter, all controlled remotely using apps. Studio Manager @ UC Berkeley Shorelight Education studio.
•	Editor (Premiere, Davinci Resolve, Photoshop)
•	Built live stream control room and studio. (Atem Mini Pro ISO, XT1, XT4, lighting, audio (H4N) and lights) in my home.
•	Covid-19 compliance officer. Inform producers, coordinators, production assistants, and 1st ADs about on-set protocols related to COVID-19 as well as provide tools and resources.

Director, Technical Director, Producer,  DP,

Security Token Academy

•	Direct multi-camera broadcast shows with robotic cameras and green screen for mixed reality productions.
•	Mentor and train studio and office personnel with technical production equipment and protocol
•	Direct and TD shows with Ross Carbonite switcher. 
•	Provide technical and creative direction for all video services needed, including live multi-camera productions, live streaming events as well as corporate events.
•.     Oversee the work of broadcast production vendors and services, as well as any other freelancers or contractors.
•	Researched, managed and supervised the creation and operation of a virtual mixed reality broadcast studio. 
•	Worked with industry vendors to purchase, install and operate next gen broadcast equipment. Also worked on the upgrade to the same studio several years later.
•	Created and produced look books and styles guides in order to have consistent production output among all departments.
•	Edit and format show scripts and rundowns using Rundown Creator or other news script software.
•	Collaborate with CEO, COO and Executive Producer to ensure that production and final product is consistent with the strategy and message of the company brand objectives. 
•	Research, purchase, install, manage and trouble shoot high definition control room, studio and remote studios.
•	Manage technical and creative resources within budget and schedule. 
•	Develop & motivate talent while camera blocking for the right look and creative expectations.
•	Manage schedules for the studio/control room production team and studio productions
•	Supervise cross training on control room and studio equipment
•	Director of Photography for field shoots
•	Creation of shot lists, talent/camera blocking for all show

Director//Technical Director//Studio Manager

Divers8emedia.com (aka Hey Buddy Entertainment, Inc.)

•	Project Manager for live streamed corporate events. Research, hire and manage vendors, write SOW for budget approval, create and practice stage direction for talent as well as guests, coordinate and work with hotels and their AV staff to ensure perfect productions. 	
•	Director/DP/Producer for Revision3 (Discovery) - (Indigital, Web Drifter and Infected).
•	Field Producer/Director of Photography for behind the scenes videos for numerous recording artists and bands - Rihanna/Jay Z, Jon Mc Loughlin and Sum 41.
•	Director of Photography for numerous corporate shows, conventions and corporate events: Comic-Con (Independent Film Channel), E3 for Gamespot (CNET)
•	Assistant director for live web casts and telecasts of Apple town hall presentations and speeches. 
•	Director of Photography for interviews, red carpets and a variety of different segments for numerous clients: Reelz Channel, UnderGroundOnline.com (UGO), US Magazine, Independent Film Channel, Revision3, CNET (Bnet), Louis Vuitton, Def Jam Recordings, Lucas/Castrol Oil/Stok racing team (Baja 500) and America Eagle. 
•	Produced and directed (bts) Louis Vuitton/Vanity Fair party. 
•	Field Produce/DP, behind the scenes videos for MaximOnline.com.
•	Assistant direct live web casts and telecasts of Steve Jobs (Apple, CEO) town hall presentations/speeches.
•	Direct multi-camera studio shows, using robotic cameras, green screen 3D technology.
•	Studio Manager of one of the fIrst media companies that incorporated green screen technology within a small studio set-up - PJTV (aka SecurityTokenAcademy.com) 
•	Oversee, manage and schedule the studio/control room production team. 
•	Supervise cross training on control room and studio equipment.
•	Direct news programs and in the capacity of assistant director, co-ordinate live remotes and packages at KRON4 & NBC11 news stations in San Francisco and San Jose.
•	Jib Operator - ZDTV, TechTV, Billy Joel (live concert).

Director/Studio Manager/Producer/DP

International Music Feed

•	Manage studio, purchase, install and maintain all studio equipment and effectively communicate/coordinate with engineers to report issues of studio functionality and to keep studio up to date on latest technology. Coordinate and schedule production.

•	Director of Photography for Artist feeds (musician/band interviews). Research, purchase, install and implement lighting for green screen, interview sets, etc.

DP/Studio Operator

Local Television Network

DP//Operate cameras for numerous broadcast TV shows -- Belle Du Jour (fashion magazine format), Ballin' (basketball games, interviews/profiles with players), Dialed In (Extreme Sports), L.A. Flavor (Local Magazine Format) and Night Guide (Nightlife/Restaurant show).

DP//Camera operator//field producer

Habitat for Humanity International

Operate camera, field produce and edit documentaries, promos and interviews about Habitat for Humanity participants and organization. Also, organize tape room, studio (cameras, lighting, set), and control room (switcher, decks) at Habitat for Humanity International headquarters.

Video Technician Volunteer

*     Systems Engineer (Broadcast/Live Events/Streaming), EUO - Enterprise Productivity and Communications @ Visa.
*     Contract Video Engineer for Enterprise Productivity and Communication (EUO) @ Visa (Kforce). 
*     Director//Technical Director//Screen switcher. Working for ASG @ Google. 
*     Director//Technical Director//WebEx coordinator (studio and remote) for Experis @ CiscoTV.
*     Studio control room and live stage integrator, builder, designer and project manager. 
*.     Project Manager/Solver for numerous corporate video projects with very tight deadlines and even tighter budgets.      
*	Direct talent and cameras using green screen to create mixed reality live productions come to life. Live tracking of cameras and virtual set. 
*	Swiss army knife of video production. I can direct a live studio show with multiple live cameras and graphics/video elements in the morning and then turn around and produce/DP a field shoot later that day.  
*	Research, operate and troubleshoot video and audio equipment for a green screen, mixed reality TV studio with robotic cameras, as well as technical director and project manager for live events in the field. 
*	Studio, control room and live stage integrator, builder, designer and technical director (ATEM, ROSS).  Timelapse of Build
*	Project Manager/Solver for numerous corporate video projects with very tight deadlines and even tighter budgets.      
*	Direct talent and cameras using green screen to create mixed reality live productions come to life. Live tracking of cameras and virtual set. 
*	Research, operate and troubleshoot video and audio equipment for a green screen, mixed reality TV studio with robotic cameras, as well as technical director and project manager for live events in the field. 
*	Juggler of budgets and egos. 
*	Build and manage budgets for video productions and studios: $10,000 to $2 million dollars. 
*	Entrepreneur w/brick and mortar as well as online small business experience. 
*	Consultant to Tuolumne County TV studio regarding lights, cameras, green screen and cameras. 
*	Producer with script writing, formatting and teleprompter experience using various software and hardware.

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