What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Operations Manager position at Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
Job Details
Description
POSITION TITLE:
Field Operations Manager
Reports To
Sr. Director, Broadcast Operations
LOCATION:
Indianapolis, IN
Flsa Status
Exempt
Employment Type
Full-Time
About Us
At Penske Entertainment, we don’t just host world-class events—we create unforgettable moments. Our team fuels four iconic motorsports brands:
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll be an important part of delivering top-tier IndyCar broadcasts to viewers around the world. You’ll take ownership of key responsibilities, collaborate across departments, and bring energy and innovation to a fast-paced environment.
Your Responsibilities
We’re looking for someone who’s ready to bring great effort every day and is committed to growing with us.
Required Experience & Skills
We take care of our team with a competitive benefits package that includes:
Penske Entertainment is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive—regardless of race, gender, orientation, background, or ability.
Description
POSITION TITLE:
Field Operations Manager
Reports To
Sr. Director, Broadcast Operations
LOCATION:
Indianapolis, IN
Flsa Status
Exempt
Employment Type
Full-Time
About Us
At Penske Entertainment, we don’t just host world-class events—we create unforgettable moments. Our team fuels four iconic motorsports brands:
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) – home of the world’s largest spectator sporting facility and annually hosts the world’s most prestigious auto race: the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
- INDYCAR - The Indianapolis-based governing body for North America's premier open-wheel auto racing series, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and its developmental series, INDY NXT by Firestone.
- IMS Productions - A multifaceted broadcast and multimedia division that helps bring INDYCAR and IMS events to life for global audiences.
- Motorsports Events Management (MEM) – Promotes major events featuring premier motorsports series throughout the United States.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll be an important part of delivering top-tier IndyCar broadcasts to viewers around the world. You’ll take ownership of key responsibilities, collaborate across departments, and bring energy and innovation to a fast-paced environment.
Your Responsibilities
- Create Camera Lists and Maps for each INDYCAR on FOX broadcast
- Layout TV compounds for each IndyCar venue.
- Act as a liaison between IndyCar and FOX Sports to ensure broadcast needs are met.
- Responsibility to secure quotes and order rental equipment or services from our vendors.
- Submitting request for POs is a must prior to signing any rental agreements
- Receive and place heavy equipment at each race track.
- Request broadcast credentials and parking permits for broadcast team.
- Create catering orders with IMSP catering vendor
- Assist in day-to-day onsite broadcast operations at each venue
- Act as a liaison between INDYCAR and Fox Sports to ensure broadcast needs are met
- Other duties as assigned by Sr. Director, Broadcast Operations.
We’re looking for someone who’s ready to bring great effort every day and is committed to growing with us.
Required Experience & Skills
- 3-5 years’ experience in broadcast operations
- Current knowledge of live sports broadcasts
- Experience with heavy equipment (i.e. scissor lift, booms, forklifts)
- Ability to weather adversity with graciousness while attending to the longer-term goals.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- A proactive, flexible mindset and commitment to excellence
- Passion for creating memorable experiences
- Cultural competence and the ability to thrive in a diverse environment
- Alignment with Penske Entertainment’s core values and standards
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in communication, broadcasting, or television production is preferred.
- This position provides on-site supervision of seasonal crew assigned IndyCar broadcasts and is responsible for planning, organizing, prioritizing, and overseeing certain broadcast activities.
- This position requires travel to all IndyCar sanctioned events and any other client needs as required, the position requires flexibility due to being an event driven business.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Extended periods of standing or walking (as needed)
- Comfort working indoors/outdoors and around event noise
- Fast-paced, collaborative office and event settings
- Varying outdoor environments and climates
We take care of our team with a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%
- Paid vacation, personal, and sick days 12 paid holidays
- Generous paid parental leave and tuition assistance
- On-site fitness center and wellness programs
- Discounts on meals, gear, and more
Penske Entertainment is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive—regardless of race, gender, orientation, background, or ability.