Christopher Essner

Christopher Essner currently serves as the Director of Production Operations at Barstool Sports, overseeing media production strategy and operations to enhance content delivery and maximize revenue growth. With a proven record in production management, Essner previously held roles at NBC News, where responsibilities included directing nationwide production operations and managing large-scale projects such as the 2020 Presidential Election coverage. Essner possesses strong skills in budget oversight, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring high-quality, innovative productions across various platforms. Educated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Rutgers University, Essner has cultivated a diverse career in media production that encompasses roles from multimedia journalism to production management at prominent news organizations.