The Manager of Production and Broadcast Operations oversees all aspects of Blue Cross Arena’s broadcast and in-arena video and audio operations for the organization. Oversees all technical aspects of the control room, interface room hardware and other systems for game presentation, broadcast, radio, television, and new media, as well as other live events at Blue Cross Arena. Ensures that shows and events are produced to the highest possible level of quality by managing, operating, and maintaining the systems, carrying out updates and repairs, and maintaining equipment for video production, broadcast, and transmission. Manages all aspects of the control room, staff, and crewing for events. This position requires various day, evening and weekend hours including game day responsibilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Specify, engineer, maintain and operates all video and audio production systems and displays at venue
Manages daily system operation, maintenance, audio and visual equipment in control room and production areas, including tasks for signal distribution, routing systems, and play out equipment
Oversees and manages all broadcast operations needs of the organization, including radio and television broadcast technical needs
Co-produces all broadcast telecasts including remote production services, set-up, and transmission
Responsible for hiring, crewing, and managing control room staff and camera operators for all arena events
Responsible for the buildout, design, and management of the control room and production areas, including all required updates and upgrades
Install and test new facilities and equipment throughout the venue
Analyze and rectify technical faults on equipment and systems
Minimize loss of service at times of equipment failure by rapidly identifying and implementing alternative methods of service provision
Repair and maintains hardware, software, and other control room and production area technology systems
Work with requests from producers, directors, and other colleagues to ensure the functionality of equipment / systems
Manages relationships with production companies and league officials for all broadcast audio and technical needs
Responsible for developing pricing and quotes for use of control and production rooms and staff for outside events
Obtains quotes on new equipment and services or equipment needing to be sent out for repair
Keep up to date of constant changes in technology by investing new systems, techniques, and equipment
Assists with IT related needs of organization on gamedays throughout the venue, as needed
Work with broadcast archiving
Work with network mobile unit engineers on event days
Maintains a high level of confidentiality
Other duties/projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

Minimum 10 years of broadcast engineering experience
Undergraduate degree in Broadcasting, Television, Engineering, and Electronics
Experience working with vendors in supporting hardware and software platforms and products

Strong working knowledge of production equipment including cameras, lighting, switchers, graphic systems, encoders, audio systems, and routing/patching procedures

Experience working in a fast-paced, multi project environment with ability to manage shifting priorities

Critical Competencies

Knowledge of Ross switchers, RTS intercom, DANTE network, Dyno K2 replay, Ultrix router, Daktronics, HDSDI and MADI audio format, as well as GV cameras is a plus
Ability to learn and apply new technology, programs, and specialized software applications
Ability to communicate effectively with members of the team other colleagues
Good independent work skills, with strong attention to detail, but also able to function as part of the team.
Must be flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to set-up and tear down equipment including lifting up to 50 lbs, reaching, bending, stooping, cabling, etc.
Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays and event nights

Manager of Production & Broadcast Operations