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MATTHEW KETAINECK

Summary

With over 17 years of experience in sports media production, I have spearheaded the launch of multiple successful shows and led teams to translate unique storytelling styles into compelling, television-friendly formats. I have optimized production workflows, implemented new show structures, and managed multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, engaging content. My expertise includes show development, editorial leadership, team management, and strategic planning.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Researcher

ESPN
  • Rose through the ranks at ESPN, starting as a Researcher and earning promotions to Graphics Producer and ultimately Segment Producer in Bristol before moving to New York in a Producer role.
  • Built a deep, hands-on understanding of live television across multiple departments and show formats throughout this journey.
  • As a Researcher, delivered fast, accurate, and relevant stats, storylines, and historical context under deadline pressure for use across ESPN's highest-profile programs.

Graphics Producer

ESPN
  • As a Graphics Producer, translated editorial concepts into clean, informative visual elements—coordinating with design teams to enhance clarity and impact during live broadcasts.

Segment Producer

ESPN
  • As a Segment Producer, created and executed original, topical, and engaging segments across a variety of formats—debate, highlight-driven, interview, and feature—on SportsCenter, First Take, and Mike & Mike.
  • Gained cross-format experience, adjusting editorial tone and pacing to match the DNA of each show—from the opinion-forward style of First Take, to the straight-news credibility of SportsCenter, to the conversational tone of Mike & Mike.

Executive Producer

FOX Sports
08.2015 - Current
  • Lead the creative and strategic direction of a live daily show, overseeing all editorial content, production workflows, and on-air execution (First Things First and Breakfast Ball).
  • Develop and implement new show structures, segment formats, and visual storytelling strategies to improve pacing, clarity, and audience engagement.
  • Manage a team of producers, editors, talent, and researchers, providing daily leadership in editorial meetings and during live broadcasts.
  • Institute efficient planning systems that reduce prep time and increase creative bandwidth, including rundown templates, segment trackers, and pitch review processes.
  • Monitor analytics and audience feedback to fine-tune show content and structure.
  • Collaborate closely with network executives, digital teams, and studio operations to ensure cross-platform messaging and high production standards.
  • Maintain a high-performing, positive team culture by mentoring junior staff, recognizing strong contributions, and quickly addressing workflow problems.

Coordinating Producer

ESPN
08.2004 - 08.2015
  • Played a central role in the launch and evolution of Olbermann, ESPN2's nightly opinion-driven show hosted by Keith Olbermann, helping shape its editorial tone, visual identity, and production over a two-year run.
  • Promoted from Producer to Coordinating Producer, leading daily production, guiding segment producers, and ensuring the show's high editorial and creative standards were met under tight deadlines.
  • Collaborated directly with Keith Olbermann to execute his vision across monologues, interviews, highlight packages, and breaking news commentary, translating complex opinions into compelling visual segments.
  • Managed a team of producers, editors, and researchers, optimizing workflows to support both quick-turn and long-lead feature segments.
  • Contributed to the show's critical success, culminating in an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Studio Show – Daily and an individual Emmy nomination for Outstanding Sports Personality – Studio Host for Keith Olbermann.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - American Studies & Political Science

Hobart And William Smith Colleges
Geneva, NY
05.2004

Skills

  • Live studio production
  • Breaking news coordination
  • Creative idea execution
  • Editorial oversight
  • Organizational development
  • Production leadership
  • Script writing
  • Staff supervision
  • Storyboarding

Timeline

Executive Producer

FOX Sports
08.2015 - Current

Coordinating Producer

ESPN
08.2004 - 08.2015

Researcher

ESPN

Graphics Producer

ESPN

Segment Producer

ESPN

Bachelor of Arts - American Studies & Political Science

Hobart And William Smith Colleges

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