Freelance Producer, Complex Bets

Complex is the definitive platform for global youth culture and music lifestyle, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge content, commerce and live experiences with unparalleled scale. The Producer for Complex Bets sits at the intersection of Video Production, Direction, and Creative Development within Complex’s video division. This position leads the execution of Complex Bets, a new to world Complex vertical channel that sits between sports and predictive markets. The Creative Development Producer is both a doer and a thinker—someone who thrives in the fast-paced intersection of creativity and execution.

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of Complex Bets, a new to world vertical channel that sits between sports and predictive markets; Produce and direct new to world and recurring shows that embody Complex’s voice and creative standard, leading from concept through broadcast; Support the ideation, documentation, and packaging of new video formats and franchises; Lead and participate in brainstorms and creative development sessions; Research and identify new talent, emerging creators, and content trends relevant to Complex’s audience; Create development decks, treatments, and visual materials to communicate and sell new concepts; Assist in managing the Greenlight submission process and help shepherd approved projects into pilot production; Use AI and creative tools (such as Midjourney, Runway, or Gemini) to generate concept art, visualizations, and pre-production imagery; Direct high-impact visual content from conceptualization through post-production; Manage multi-disciplinary production teams (in-house and freelance) to execute Complex shoots on time and under budget; Define and maintain the visual DNA of Complex; Partner with the Executive Producer and VP of Video Development to advance active projects and optimize creative workflows; Collaborate cross-functionally with Editorial, Social, and Commerce teams to align creative direction; Support ongoing franchises with creative input, ideation for special episodes, and live extensions

Requirements

4+ years of experience in sports digital video production and creative development; Proven ability to produce multi-camera digital productions; Experienced record of directing A-list celebrity talent; Strong creative instincts with an understanding of emerging talent, cultural trends, and digital storytelling formats; Proficiency in communication, public speaking and presentation design with experience creating visually compelling decks; Comfort with or openness to using AI and emerging technologies as visualization tools to create development imagery and pre-visualizations; Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills—able to work across multiple projects simultaneously; A collaborative spirit, creative drive, and enthusiasm for culture, content, and innovation; Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship