
SVG All-Stars: Emily Colter, Producer, Postproduction, YES NetworkThe Fordham grad and Yankees fan is one of the New York RSN's vital talentsBy Brandon Costa, Director of Digital
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - 7:00 am
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As the pace of change in sports production shows no signs of slowing, a new class of innovators and decision-makers is shaping the industry's future. Now in its second season, our SVG All-Stars series spotlights the rising leaders driving that transformation, offering a look at their career paths, leadership philosophies, creative and technological contributions, and vision for what comes next. Each conversation pulls back the curtain on the people redefining the workflows, culture, and possibilities of live sports production today.
The New York Yankees are back in the MLB Postseason, and, for the team's regional-sports-network partner, YES Network, Sunday's win in the regular-season finale put the finishing strokes on the RSN's 24th season of baseball.
YES Network has long been known for its elite live game productions, but its identity is equally defined by original programming and storytelling that celebrates the MLB franchise's history, as well as its present-day triumphs.
At the center of that effort is Producer, Postproduction, Emily Colter, who is celebrating 20 years at YES Network. A product of Fordham University's famed student-run radio station, WFUV, Colter helps oversee the features team while supporting all live studio shows that lead fans into and out of game coverage. That will include live shows that will surround Yankees postseason games this week and (potentially) beyond.
Emily Colter (right) at the New York Yankees home opener this season with (from left) Liam Lee and Chris Ward to shoot an episode of the YES Network original series The Stadium. (All Photos: YES Network)
In this week's edition of SVG All-Stars, Colter shares how a day as a fan at old Yankee Stadium catapulted her career, how she stays current in her shooting style, why treating colleagues with respect is far more than a clich , and much more.
What are the key responsibilities of your current role?
As the producer, postproduction, my primary objective is to support live studio shows and game needs on a daily basis for content ranging from daily teases to linear postproduced programming. I coordinate operations between the features team and our editors and ensure projects are delivered for air in a timely fashion and approved by all producers. I aim to create a positive and productive work environment by communicating with all team members, setting clear goals, monitoring production, and providing feedback when appropriate and guidance when necessary.
Colter (second from right) at the 2019 MLB London Series with (from left) YES Network camera operator Andrew Sweeting (camera), audio technician Tom Curry, and Senior Director, Creative Content, Blayke Scheer
What is one key industry trend that you believe is having a major impact on your organization right now?
As clich d as it is, it's adjusting with the times - specifically, finding ways to create smarter, not harder. It's understanding that you may often find yourself doing multiple roles at once and still ensuring that you get what you need out of the project. I turn to the use of smaller cameras and having a keen eye while producing, knowing the shots I'll need once I return to the edit room, and making sure I can shoot important B-roll to produce a quality show.
What is one core philosophy you try to live by when managing your team/operation?
Simple: treat people how you want to be treated. I approach every person with respect. Most of all, I try to see different points of views and consider what situationally may be happening for the individual, understanding it from their POV to help work toward a resolution or end product.
What is your favorite event(s) you've ever worked?
While I look back on a lot of wow or pinch me moments, I think traveling to London with the Yankees for MLB's global-outreach London Series in 2019 was a beautiful experience. It was great to see the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry head across the pond and for so many people from all over Europe to come and enjoy America's pastime. It was also special to work with a local crew, learn all the great local spots from them, and share in their excitement in learning about the game. Really a memorable experience.
Colter with New York Yankees legend Mariano Rivera during his Baseball Hall of Fame induction weekend in 2019
How did you get started in sports production? What was your first real job in the business?
I grew up a Yankees fan and attended Fordham University. My roommate and I would take the subway a few stops over to Yankee Stadium and buy the cheapest tickets at the old Stadium to go to as many games as possible. Heading back on the subway after a game, I ran into a guy from one of my communication classes who was carrying equipment bags and wearing a media pass. We got to chatting, and he explained that he worked at the school's radio station, where he got to cover the Yankees. It was the beginning of the school year, and new classes and activities were starting, so I went to join up. That was the start of my four years at WFUV, and it was a life-changing experience. I had never thought about a career in sports. That led to other internships, and, when I graduated, a classmate at WFUV was interning at the YES Network and gave my r sum to his boss. I started at YES as a freelancer/day-by-day production PA in 2006. Now I've blinked and almost 20 years later I am here as the producer, postproduction.
What's one piece of advice you have for someone just starting their career in this industry?
Try everything. I've encountered so
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