Video Analyst, Academy

OVERVIEW

The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is an MLS soccer club serving the greater Los Angeles area. LAFC is dedicated to building a world-class soccer club that represents the diversity of Los Angeles and is committed to delivering an unrivaled experience for fans. LAFC’s ownership group is comprised of local leaders and innovators of industry with intellectual capital, financial prowess, operations expertise, and success in the fields of entertainment, sports, technology, and media. LAFC is invested in the world’s game and Los Angeles, constructing, and developing the 22,000 seat BMO Stadium and a top-flight training center on the campus of Cal-State Los Angeles.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Video Analyst is responsible for recording and analyzing video footage of all Academy training sessions and matches. This role will collaborate closely with the Academy coaching and technical staff to further performance on and off the field.

This role reports to the First Team Video Analyst.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Film and manage video recordings of all Academy training sessions and games.
• Prepare, produce, and share all Academy training sessions and games with applicable technical staff.
• Analyze video footage and prepare recap notes.
• Assist coaching staff in scouting opponents for upcoming matches.
• Organize and facilitate individual training and game clips for Academy players.
• Manage and organize team platforms for uploading and sharing videos and clips.
• Other duties as directed by the coaching and technical staff.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College/University in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with a professional sports team in a related field required.
• Must have FAA Remote Pilot Certification or the ability to complete and obtain.
• Previous experience operating a drone required.
• Experience with video analysis tools such as Sportscode and HUDL.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Statsbomb IQ and Impect.
• Proficient in using video animation to communicate soccer concepts.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently in English - both verbal and written.
• Must be able to obtain or possess a valid, current U.S. passport and be able to travel with the team as needed.
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as the event calendar requires.
  
  

SALARY RANGE

At LAFC, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine a fair and equitable compensation package. The final offer amount will consider a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience and training. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure guidelines, the compensation range for this role is up to $75,000 per year.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

LAFC strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.