What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Director, Ballpark Entertainment position at Houston Astros, LLC?
Department: Ballpark Entertainment
Supervisor: Sr. Producer/Sr. Production Manager, Ballpark Entertainment
Classification: Full-Time/Exempt
Summary
This individual is responsible for supporting and executing technical aspects of switcher based live production within the ballpark footprint for Astros games and Special Events. This role partners with all departments in the organization to execute and technically direct a run-of-show by operating the switcher for games, promotions, events, and Special Events with live production needs. The Technical Director will be the primary lead for scheduling, booking and processing Part-Time Staff crew scheduling under the supervision of the Sr. Producer/Sr. Production Manager. This individual will also assist in editing and designing the overall look of the game experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Responsible for executing technical directing aspects game entertainment and special event productions.
- Prepare and edit in-game elements consistent with department philosophy along with company values, vision, and mission.
- Assist with production crew member time approval and tracking all in-house staff payroll processing through UltiPro.
- Assist with ensuring that all video content is accurately loaded for sponsorship and marketing departments.
- Partner with internal and external clients to fulfill game content distribution and organization.
- Support and work closely with internal teams and any additional events.
- Assist with general Control Room organization and System Updates.
- Team-based leadership/creative collaboration is required.
- Complete special projects as assigned
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Degree in Production, Cinematography, Communications, or relevant work experience.
- 3 years’ experience in control room / technical directing setting.
- Previous experience in non-linear video editing.
- Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite.
- Expert knowledge of software and hardware packages involving Ross Xpression, Ross Tessera and Ross Dashboard.
- Knowledge of Control Room system functionality (ROSS Acuity and Carbonite switcher, audio setup, data storage, etc.) .
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with other departments and tenured production staff.
- Must be organized, flexible and able to work in a live-production and fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Multi-ME (4) Ross Acuity Switcher is preferred.
- Experience with ScorePad Plays Now, Pitches Now is preferred.
- 4 years’ experience in control room / technical director setting is preferred.
Work Environment
Position will work in an office and stadium environment. The noise level is usually moderate but can be loud within the stadium environment. Must be able to work in all types of outdoor weather conditions and within a stadium environment.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear.
- The vision requirement includes close vision and ability to adjust focus.
- Nature of position requires physical mobility and the ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including; extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must have the ability to adjust to changing work hours and locations as needed. Must be able to work ALL Astros home games and Special Events as Technical Director.
Travel
Travel is not expected in this role.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability