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

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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

Grupo Mediapro

Opero una polecam en La Liga y La Liga ACB.

Operadora Polecam

Operadora 4Sky

Cámara y editora

Lobo Agencia Digital

Freelance Filmmaker

VURRO

Social Media Strategist | Content Creator

Berta and Bri

Me encargo de diseñar e implementar la estrategia de comunicación y redes sociales y de generar el contenido para la marca.

Social Media Studios SL

Video Editor

16 Toneladas

Crear y ejecutar la estrategia de comunicación en redes sociales.

Social Media Strategist

Rock Sin Subtítulos productions Ltd.

Social Media Officer / Audiovisual Producer

www.thewatertapes.com

Socia

Mediapro

Cámara ENG, editora de vídeo y cámara de directo en la delegación de Valencia del programa "España Directo" de TVE.

Cámara de vídeo, Editora de vídeo

La Sexta Noticias

Cámara ENG, editora de vídeo y cámara de directo en la delegación de Valencia para La Sexta Noticias

With 19 years of broadcast industry experience in roles ranging from assistant director to video editor and camera operator, I've spent the last 6 years specializing in operating special cameras for sports events at Grup Mediapro, focusing on La Liga and Liga ACB coverage. I'm driven by my passion for the industry and aspire to step close to the director's chair one day.

Outside of work, I'm dedicated to advancing diversity and gender equality in broadcasting, believing in the strength of varied perspectives to create an inclusive environment where all can thrive.

I'm eager to network with industry professionals who share my passion for innovative production techniques and collaborate on exciting projects.

Check out my portfolio at:
https://izarnev.wixsite.com/izarnevillaverde

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