What are the responsibilities and job description for the Panthers Gameday Crew position at Florida Panthers?
Organization Overview:
The Florida Panthers are in their 33rd season in 2026-27 as one of the National Hockey League's premier franchises. As back-to-back Stanley Cup Champions in 2024 and 2025, the Panthers have won 11 of their past 12 postseason series and captured four Eastern Conference Championships. The organization is led by President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Bill Zito, entering his seventh season, and President of Business Operations Michael White, beginning his first full season.
Anchored by a championship culture on the ice, the Panthers are equally committed to building a world-class sports and entertainment platform off of it. The organization focuses on delivering an elite guest experience across all venues, deepening the connection between the team and the South Florida community and continuing to grow the sport for the next generation. The Panthers operate four facilities in Broward County: Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise which is home of Panthers home games, concerts and events, Panthers IceDen in Coral Springs, the state-of-the-art Baptist Health IcePlex in Fort Lauderdale and renovated War Memorial Auditorium which hosts concerts and events year-round.
The Panthers are owned by Vincent J. Viola, a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and a veteran of the U.S. Army. That foundation of selfless service shapes the organization's identity at every level. The Panthers' pillar program, "Heroes Among Us," honors a U.S. military veteran at every home game, and the Florida Panthers Foundation directs its efforts across four core pillars: veterans' affairs, children's health and education, raising awareness for the endangered Florida Panther and growing youth hockey throughout the region. The organization remains deeply committed to empowering and strengthening the diverse communities of South Florida and the tri-county area.
- Organization: Florida Panthers Hockey Club
- Department: Game Presentation
- Reports To: Vice President, Game Entertainment & Operations
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
- Employment Type: Part-Time
- Location: Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, FL — On-Site
- Schedule: Must be available for the majority of Florida Panthers home games, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Under the direction of the VP, Game Entertainment & Operations, the Florida Panthers are seeking motivated, broadcast-savvy individuals to join the Gameday Crew supporting broadcast control room operations. Crew members operate a range of control room positions in a fast-paced, live sports and entertainment environment, working home games and special events at Amerant Bank Arena.
Essential Job Functions- Operate control room positions as assigned during Florida Panthers home games and other Amerant Bank Arena events
- Perform effectively in a fast-paced, live, in-game entertainment environment where content and timing decisions must be made in real time
- Communicate clearly and continuously with game night staff via intercom/headset throughout the event
- Set up, operate, and break down assigned audio, video, camera, or lighting equipment for each event
- Follow run-of-show documentation and direction from the VP of Game Entertainment and Operations and other production leads
- Troubleshoot basic technical issues in real time and escalate as needed to maintain broadcast and show continuity
- Maintain professionalism and composure under pressure, particularly during live, high-visibility moments
Crew members may be trained and scheduled across one or more of the following control room positions. Prior experience in any of these areas is preferred; willingness to train across positions is required.
Technical Director- Operates the Ross Ultrix Acuity production switcher to execute live camera cuts, transitions, and effects per show flow
- Coordinates timing with the Director and camera operators to ensure clean, accurate switching
- Operates replay/Dreamcatcher-style systems to capture, log, and cue instant replays and highlight packages
- Identifies key moments in live action and delivers replays on cue with correct angle selection
- Operates Ross Xpression-style systems to build, update, and trigger on-screen graphics, lower thirds, stats, and sponsor elements
- Maintains accuracy of real-time data (score, time, roster, sponsor) throughout the event
- Operates the DigiCo audio console for in-arena sound mixing, sound effects, and video board audio
- Balances levels across music, effects, and live elements to support the in-game atmosphere
- Operates a box lens hard camera, handheld, or robotic camera position to capture live game action and crowd content
- Executes shot calls from the Director while maintaining framing, focus, and stability
- Operates Ross Tessera-style arena content management systems
- Controls primary centerhung videoboard displays, LED ribbon boards, and auxiliary displays, syncing content with sponsor and game presentation elements
- Operates a followspot to highlight players, performers, and entertainment elements during introductions, stoppages, and promotional moments
- Maintains smooth, accurate tracking and coordinates timing with the Director, Lighting Director, and show cues
- Operates Grass Valley-style color grading systems
- Adjusts camera shading (color, exposure, black level) to maintain consistent picture quality and color matching across all camera sources
- Monitors live feeds throughout the event and makes real-time corrections in response to changing arena lighting conditions
- Selects and triggers in-game music cues in coordination with game presentation staff
- Times music cues precisely to game stoppages, replays, and live entertainment elements
- Inputs and updates live game statistics, player data, and scoring information for on-screen graphics and video board content
- Verifies accuracy of real-time stats against the official scorer and league feed throughout the event
- Operates the Onyx NX4 arena lighting console to execute pre-programmed cues for player introductions, in-game moments, and entertainment segments
- Coordinates lighting timing with the Director, video board, and music cues to deliver a synchronized in-arena show
- Prior control room experience required
- Experience in one or more of the positions listed above strongly preferred
- Must be available for the majority of Florida Panthers home games, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Excellent verbal communication skills, including clear and concise communication over headset
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure in a live production environment
- Ability to set up and break down audio, video, or lighting equipment as assigned
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-first mentality
- Eagerness to learn new positions and adapt to evolving show requirements
Please answer the following questions as part of your application:
- Which control room position(s) have you operated (e.g., Technical Director, Replay, CG/Graphics, Audio, Camera, Video Board)?
- How many years of relevant control room experience do you have?
This is a part-time, non-exempt (hourly) position. Hours vary by event and require flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in accordance with the Florida Panthers home game and event schedule.
At the Florida Panthers Hockey Club, Arena Operating Company, Panthers IceDen, Sanza Food Service, War Memorial Benefit Corporation, and FLA Team Shop, we strive to make every employee feel valued and respected for who they are and the unique contributions they make. We believe that a diverse and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful company, which is why we aim to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) into all aspects of our culture and our business.
We welcome all to apply and join our team.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.