What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, ThunderVision position at Oklahoma City Thunder?
As the Oklahoma City ThunderVision team, we deliver high-quality content that tells the story of our brand for our fans. We are seeking a manager to oversee the team responsible for video and graphic elements that enhance game day and event experiences.
The Manager, ThunderVision, will serve as a liaison with arena management for all third-party events, collaborating with concert promoters, show producers, and other stakeholders in a premier in-arena environment. Responsibilities also include hiring, training, and supervising staff, with a focus on game and event-night operations, including control room, camera, and digital media workflows.
Role responsibilities:
This is a full-time exempt position reporting to the Director, ThunderVision. Schedule includes regular office hours, as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays based on game and event schedules. The role may also require extended shifts and in-arena work during games and events, including exposure to loud noise, crowd activity, and flashing or strobe lighting. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, as occasional local travel may be necessary. Primary work location is the Thunder corporate office located in downtown Oklahoma City.
We offer a positive office environment and a robust benefits package including excellent medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with matching funds, paid downtown parking, tuition reimbursement, employee ticket options, family gym membership subsidy, parental leave, team shop discount, and much more!
The Thunder recognizes that teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills make a stronger company. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Thunder organization considers applicants fairly on the basis of qualifications, experience and business needs and provides equal opportunity regardless of race, color, age, sex, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Applicants are considered regardless of past legal system involvement, based upon the needs of the role, nature of and recency of legal history. The Thunder is committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees through its RAVE culture - Respect and Value Everyone.
The Manager, ThunderVision, will serve as a liaison with arena management for all third-party events, collaborating with concert promoters, show producers, and other stakeholders in a premier in-arena environment. Responsibilities also include hiring, training, and supervising staff, with a focus on game and event-night operations, including control room, camera, and digital media workflows.
Role responsibilities:
- Manage projects, workflows, and assets using work management platforms and other production tools
- Support the coordination and supervision of full-time, part-time, and game/event-night ThunderVision staff
- Serve as a representative of the ThunderVision team across departments and with external partners, ensuring clear communication and collaboration
- Collaborate with department leads on the planning and execution of video and animation projects
- Troubleshoot technical issues, support equipment maintenance, and anticipate operational needs in partnership with ThunderVision Engineers
- Work with equipment providers to maximize use of proprietary software and hardware and ensure staff training is up to date
- Plan and execute video production elements for all home games and third-party events
- Maintain strong working relationships with arena management, promoters, producers, and other stakeholders
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Sports Media, Creative Media or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- 6 years of professional experience in video production, including management, videography, and animation
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud; experience with Blender, Cinema 4D, DSLR and broadcast cameras, and Microsoft Office preferred
- Monday.com experience a plus
- Experience operating within a sports control room environment
- Extensive knowledge of the video production process, including lighting, audio, and camera techniques
- Demonstrated leadership, project management, and communication skills with strong attention to detail
- Technical expertise with the ability to troubleshoot and coordinate maintenance of video production equipment
- Ability to work under pressure in a team-based environment
This is a full-time exempt position reporting to the Director, ThunderVision. Schedule includes regular office hours, as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays based on game and event schedules. The role may also require extended shifts and in-arena work during games and events, including exposure to loud noise, crowd activity, and flashing or strobe lighting. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, as occasional local travel may be necessary. Primary work location is the Thunder corporate office located in downtown Oklahoma City.
We offer a positive office environment and a robust benefits package including excellent medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with matching funds, paid downtown parking, tuition reimbursement, employee ticket options, family gym membership subsidy, parental leave, team shop discount, and much more!
The Thunder recognizes that teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills make a stronger company. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Thunder organization considers applicants fairly on the basis of qualifications, experience and business needs and provides equal opportunity regardless of race, color, age, sex, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Applicants are considered regardless of past legal system involvement, based upon the needs of the role, nature of and recency of legal history. The Thunder is committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees through its RAVE culture - Respect and Value Everyone.