Job Description
About the San Jose Earthquakes:
Position:Game Production Technician
We are looking for people that want to hustle big.
- Hustle: Having the desire to authentically connect people, willing to always show up for our fans, and having an innate pride in their work
- Big: Devoted to quality in execution, don't be afraid to swing big, and owning the result
- Experience working in live sports productions and/or television broadcast productions.
- Assist with on-field promotions and in-game entertainment as needed.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to make quick decisions.
- Knowledge or general understanding of MLS teams, rules, and game flow.
- Availability and willingness to work most gamedays which include nights, weekends, some holidays, and be on-call for any third-party events.
- Must present a professional attitude and should be extremely enthusiastic.
- Attention to detail.
- Passion for live sports productions and entertainment.
- Actively participate in the creative development process.
- Positive customer service and team attitude.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- LED Operator: assist with the load in of content of video board and fascia graphics.
- Video Playback Operator: play out or video content, static partner graphics, and other various elements as well as assist in the load in of content.
- Utility/Camera Operator: managing proper setup and breakdown of equipment including tripod, camera, power supplies and cabling. Strong camera operating skills with the ability to execute shots quickly and be comfortable shooting live sports.
- Video Shader: must feel comfortable utilizing specific camera functions such as Iris, White Balance, Gain Adjustment, etc.
- Replay Operator: operate replay decks and recall replays as directed by Event Producer/Director as well as maintain operation of 3-Play replay systems, including pre-game setup and testing and post-game wrap-up.
- TD/Director: demonstrates knowledge and understanding of cleanly switching multi-camera productions as well as works with the production team on the proper technical video switcher setups for each show.