What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Operations, A/V Specialist position at Hornets Basketball Brand?
Are you a positive and hardworking individual that is passionate about all things Tech and enjoys working in a fast paced environment? We are looking for an A/V Specialist to assist with technical needs for all Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) and Spectrum Center events. You will be responsible for setting up the home and visiting TV/Radio broadcast, production studio, satellite and fiber transmission, audio and video systems, scoreboard, and master control. You will also assist with daily activities including but not limited to equipment maintenance and repair, studio work flows, and trouble shooting.
Core Values
HSE embodies the following core values:
- Integrity
- Teamwork
- Competitiveness
- Candor
- Accountability
- Resilience
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for assisting with technical needs across all HSE and Spectrum Center events including Charlotte Hornets and all third-party events
- Set up of home and visiting TV/Radio broadcast, production studio, satellite and fiber transmission, audio and video systems, scoreboard, and master control
- Assist with daily activities including equipment maintenance and repair, studio work flows, and trouble shooting
- Responsible for ordering of tape stock, identified equipment, and essential studio supplies
- Responsible for inventory of all technical assets
- Assist with the technical production of game presentation elements
- Assist with set up and operation of PA system for various events
- Supervise production staff in carrying out the responsibilities of their operational areas
- Management of DTV Head end
- Other duties as assigned by Manager
Required Skills, Experience, and Abilities
To perform the job successfully, you will have or demonstrate the following skills and abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge from an accredited college or university in Technical Operations or a related field;
- Strong knowledge of audio and video production
- Excellent communication skills including written and verbal, and able to present ideas clearly and concisely
- Present self in professional manner and has the ability to interact with all levels of the organization as well as outside contacts; well in a team environment
- Maintain the highest level of confidentiality
- Strong planning and organizing, and can prioritize work activities and use time efficiently
- Adapt to change in the work environment, handle competing demands, work well in a fast-paced environment, pay attention to detail
- Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft office computer software programs
- Attend all home games and arena events; travel as needed; work irregular hours including evening, weekend and holidays
- Lift and handle heavy video equipment [50 – 100 pounds]
- Diligent, punctual, and respond to manager’s direction
- Camera skills are a plus
Below equipment experience a plus:
- Ross Acuity switcher
- Ross Xpressions and data integration
- Ross Dashboard
- Grass Valley switchers
- Clearcom Eclipse HX intercom matrix
- Evertz EQX and Xenon AV routers
- Evertz Magnum and Vistalink software
- Evertz Quartz remote panels
- Evertz VIP multiviewer platform
- AV routing SDI, analog, IP 2110, Dante, Cobra Net
- EVS XT3 operation and maintenance
- SMPTE fiber patching and cleaning
Additional Information
This is a full time benefit eligible position. HSE is dedicated to creating and upholding a welcoming environment that celebrates diversity.
HSE provides valuable benefits and competitive time off policies to help you and your family lead healthy, balanced lives.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All requests for medical or religious accommodations to perform the stated job duties will be considered.