Freelance Operator - Tennis Broadcast

About Us

We’re building the future of sport. Bolt6 is a sports technology company at the forefront of visual innovation – from real-time tracking and data overlays, to immersive broadcast graphics and AR experiences. We work across tennis, golf, motorsport, volleyball, and more; partnering with rights holders and broadcasters to elevate how sport is seen, understood, and enjoyed.

What You’ll Do

We're looking for experienced broadcast analysts with a passion for tennis to join our team at the Australian Open 2027. You'll work alongside production and commentary crews in a live broadcast environment, providing fast, accurate match analysis throughout the tournament.

• Provide live broadcast analysis during AO matches, working directly with production and commentary teams.
• Operate analysis software and graphics tools in real time.
• Build graphics overlays and 3D graphics using Bolt6's software to support live broadcast.
• Provide commentary talking points based on match analysis.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy under live broadcast conditions.
• Complete online training in your own time prior to the tournament, to get up to speed on Bolt6 systems and AO workflows.

What You’ll Bring

• Technical proficiency with broadcast or analysis software.
• Graphics experience (broadcast graphics, telestration, or similar tools).
• Prior broadcast experience (sport preferred, but other live broadcast backgrounds considered).
• Able to analyse data to tell the story of the match.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work quickly under pressure in a live environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Experience with augmented reality (AR) systems is a plus.
• Based in Melbourne, or able to arrange your own accommodation for the tournament period.
• Full availability for 3 weeks during the Australian Open, January 2027

Diversity & Inclusion

We have a commitment to diversity and inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, and identity. We celebrate differences. We encourage different opinions and approaches to be heard, and we use these to build the best products in the world.

We want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made, please get in touch with us at [email protected].