What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Spotlight Operator (PT) position at San Antonio Spurs?
At Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E), we work in service of something bigger than ourselves.
To us it is so much more than just a game or concert. It takes all the members of our Spurs team to harness the power of sports and entertainment to create moments that excite, memories that endure, and connections that strengthen our community. SS&E owns and operates the San Antonio Spurs (NBA), Austin Spurs (NBA G-League), and the San Antonio FC (USL), and manages day-to-day operations of the Frost Bank Center, Toyota Field and STAR Complex.
We know that our people are our greatest asset as an organization. We aspire to provide our teams with meaningful work, to live our values -Integrity, Success & Caring – day-to-day in what we do and foster an inclusive culture for our 1K employee workforce.
The eligible candidate will be in charge of directing spotlights and operating moving lights via a RoadHog lighting console (if applicable) for Spurs games and franchise events. They should be familiar with lighting systems and various lighting equipment. Responsibilities also include operating houselights for Frost Bank Center concerts and other events.
Who You Are:
- Work with Lighting Director to cue spotlights during games and events.
- Communicate any repairs needed to spotlights needed to function at full capacity.
- Operate House Lights panel for games and events.
- Assist with lighting needs at franchise facilities.
- Other Duties as assigned.
What You’ll Do:
- Available to work most home games during Spurs season.
- Must be able to operate a spotlight and take direction during a game.
- Familiar with RoadHog lighting console.
- Self-starter, proactive, highly-motivated.
- Detail-oriented.
- Has a commitment to excellence.
- Demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy.
- Strong teamwork aptitude required.
Physical Requirements:
- Stand/Sit/Walk for long periods of time.
- Able to work from 4.5 hours prior to a game until the end of the game.
- Able to withstand heights (Mechanical or Catwalk level of FBC).
In every position, each employee is expected to: demonstrate alignment with SS&E’s core values and mission, collaborate with internal/external community members and demonstrate ongoing development.
If you don’t have experience in every single bullet above, no sweat – we still want to hear from you and encourage you to apply!
SS&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Nothing contained in this job description is intended to be a contract of employment, nor does any information contained here represent a guarantee of employment for a specific duration. Your employment with SS&E is “at will", which means that either you or SS&E may terminate the relationship at any time. Essential functions listed above must be performed with or without accommodations.