What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operations Intern position at Kroenke Sports & Entertainment?
Job Title: Production Operations Intern
Department: Production Administration
Business Unit: KSE Altitude
Location: Centennial, CO
Reports To: Senior Director of Operations, Altitude Sports
Employment Type: Part-Time /Hourly/ Non - Exempt
Supervisor Position: No
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work:
The goal of the Production Operation Intern is to learn what it takes to prop up a broadcast production. This position will place you into the group executing the daily needs of the overall department: helping in the studio on camera, logging content, assisting with production shoots and working on graphics. Behind the scenes operations covers a wide range of various technical aspects that are invaluable to the execution of all live broadcast events. In this role you will learn about the overall technical operations of the behind-the-scenes part of live television, giving you a wide array of knowledge about the business. By the end of the internship, it is the hope that you will feel like a part of the Production Operations team. Please note this position has emphasis on behind-the-scenes production work and not an on-air talent path. This position will be scheduled for 20 to 29 hours per week, some hours at Ball Arena and/or various production shooting locations, but many at the Network Operations Center in Centennial.
Examples of work performed:
- Logging and attaching metadata information for Nuggets, Avalanche, Denver University, Air Force, and Mammoth game highlights
- Learning studio production, its structure and then operation of camera, lighting, with the possibility of virtual graphics and social media posting.
- Learning remote production and working with the Remote Production Coordinator while at the Ball Arena or other regional venues during game event nights.
- Act as production assistant on shoots, possibly drone, at various locations at Ball Arena, Denver University, Dick’s Sporting Goods Park and around Denver
- Training on various broadcast level equipment in technical center and in the field
- Creation of lower third ticker graphics for playout in Master Control
- Sideline Parabolic microphone operation and/or production assistant duties will at a broadcast production.
- General duties as assigned
This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- Will be required to work nights and weekends.
- Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee could also be required to stand, walk or sit for longer periods of time. The employee will also be asked to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
- Willing to work outdoors in any condition
Qualifications
- Minimum
- Technical School or College in Broadcasting or related field
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Preferred
- Experience or classwork related to broadcast production
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
- Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, adapt to changing environment
- Familiarity with cameras, editing equipment, lighting, and/or studio experience
Compensation
- Base Hourly Range $19.29/ hour
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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