What are the responsibilities and job description for the Football Technical Coordinator - SEC Conference - Mississippi State University position at DVSport?
Company Overview
DVSport, Inc. is the industry leader in sports technology, providing cutting-edge video solutions for professional and collegiate teams, officials, and broadcasters. DVSport emphasizes innovation, excellence, and customer service. We are looking for tech-savvy, sports-minded professionals to join our team and support the high-stakes environment of Southeastern Conference (SEC) Football.
Job Overview
As a Football Technology Coordinator (FTC), you are the onsite technical anchor for DVSport's video review solutions. You will be responsible for the end-to-end functionality of our replay solutions during SEC home games, ensuring seamless video acquisition, transmission to the SEC Video Center, and real-time troubleshooting. This is a critical role that bridges the gap between broadcast production and officiating decisions.
Core Responsibilities
Day 1: Set Day (Friday)
- Systems Validation: Set up and test DVSport equipment and permanently installed stadium infrastructure that connects the equipment.
- Feed Acquisition: Coordinate with broadcast partners (i.e. ESPN) to patch, test, and verify all incoming video feeds into the DVSport Replay System.
- Video Center Verification: Verify video and communication uplinks between the stadium and the centralized SEC Video Center.
- Collaborative Troubleshooting: Partner with DVSport HQ, the SEC, broadcast staff, and school staff to troubleshoot and resolve any solution discrepancies.
- Reporting: Document all system checks and performance benchmarks in a formal Set Day Report.
Day 2: Game Day (Saturday)
- Final Deployment: Complete the setup of non-permanent hardware and perform final "live-environment" pre-game checks.
- Live Monitoring: Proactively monitor DVSport solutions during the game to ensure 100% uptime and optimal performance.
- Post-Game Logistics: Oversee the secure teardown and storage of equipment and submit a comprehensive Game Day Performance Report.
Special ProjectsExtended Season Support
- Hardware Maintenance: Assist with targeted repairs, hardware swaps, or preventative maintenance of DVSport equipment outside of the standard game-week window as needed.
- InnovationTesting: Participate in the deployment and field-testing of new DVSport technologies and software enhancements.
- Extended Calendar Events: Provide technical coverage for non-standard events, including Spring games, Fall scrimmages, and high-stakes postseason matchups (Conference Championships, Bowl Games, or Playoffs).
Qualifications
- Technical Proficiency: Proven experience in broadcast engineering, AV systems, or IT networking. You must understand video signal flow (SDI, IP, HDMI) and basic networking protocols.
- Availability: Must be available for both Set Day and Game Day for the entire home schedule.
- Pressure Management: Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor and solve technical "fires" in a fast-paced, live broadcast environment.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to navigate various stakeholders, from broadcast directors to conference officials.
- Preferred Experience: Prior experience with DVSport software, sports replay systems, or live event production.
Position Logistics
- Employment Type: Part-Time / Seasonal (Estimated 11–16 hours per game week).
- Compensation: $30.00 – $50.00 per hour (commensurate with experience).
- Location: Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS
- Start Date: Summer 2026.
- Note: This role is a W-2, hourly, seasonal position, subject to the withholding of all applicable federal, state and local taxes, and will be managed in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws.
Salary : $30 - $50