Manager, Production and Broadcast Engineering

This is a Full Time Job

Summary:

The Manager, Production & Broadcast Engineering is responsible for assisting with the management of the infrastructure of the broadcast, production, post-production, entertainment and related technology systems at Nationals Park.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Under the supervision of the Sr. Manager, Game Production and Engineering, assist in the installation, operation, training, maintenance, service and repair of broadcast, production, post-production and entertainment technology
• Maintain control room systems, sound systems, edit systems, storage devices and production equipment.
• Manage repairs and upgrades to all control room, editing and storage systems
• Manage technical aspects of game day broadcasts
• Manage television camera placements, seat kills, signage and television truck parking in coordination with Ticket Sales, Ballpark Operations and Communications
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and production processes
• Technical support for both Nationals games and non-game events
• Technical resource for other departments and business units as needed

Requirements:

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in broadcast or venue control room production
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with production switchers, routers, conversion, video servers, replays, etc.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with large screen display systems
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with large venue sound systems
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with network infrastructures

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions
• Working knowledge of broadcast trucks
• Working knowledge of fiber and satellite transmission processes
• Working knowledge of professional video cameras and interchangeable lens systems
• Working knowledge of experience with professional lighting, grip and audio equipment
• Ability to terminate HD-SDI, Ethernet, audio cables, etc. a plus
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to handle numerous tasks simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize jobs on short notice, and establish and manage priorities
• Available to work long irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Strong teamwork and relationship building skills
• Strong decision-making skills
• Professional baseball and/or other professional sports production experience

Physical/Environmental Requirements
• Work will require weekend and evening work
• Job requires employee to function in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue
• May work at heights
• Employee will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances and climb up/down stairs
• The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds
• Uphold Core Values: Excellence, Performance, and Accountability. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best guest experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values so that we can constantly move forward in the same direction – Together.

Compensation:

The projected annual salary range for this position is $65,175 - $82,400 per year. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant's: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.

Benefits:

The Nationals offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that presently includes:
• Paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays throughout the year and a holiday break in December
• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) and pension plan
• Access to complimentary tickets to Nationals home games
• Employee discounts
• Free onsite fitness center

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.