What are the responsibilities and job description for the Videoboard vMix Operator (In House Show Director) position at Washington Wild Things?
- Serve as the in-house video board vMix operator for all Wild Things’ home games helping to control everything that goes on the video board at EQT Park, while assisting with operation and set up of video cameras, calling for shots and following game script
- Assist with the operation of broadcast equipment, running commercials, pre-recorded videos, putting up player headshots and more on the videoboard
- Edit and produce commercials if needed for sponsors
- Assist in the set-up and tear-down of press box
- Adequately prepare for games prior to arrival and after arrival at the stadium
Requirements:
- Experience Directing live sports preferred or experience operating Tricaster systems or live production switchers for news/sports production.
- Knowledge of baseball preferred
- Knowledge of TV sports production preferred
- Pursuing or completed a bachelor’s degree in a field of communications, PR, marketing or a related field
- Passion for sports, broadcasting
- A strong work ethic couple with the ability to work with others
- Energy to thrive in a fast-paced, sometimes unpredictable environment
- Must be available to work from hire until the end of the season (Mid September)
- Self-starter, pro-active and highly motivated
- Have great communications and interpersonal skills, along with a positive and energetic personality
- Learn quickly and work well under pressure
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
- Proficient understanding of broadcast equipment, streaming devices
- Basic knowledge of the Mac operating system as well as PC video-streaming software
- Positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile
- Able to assume other responsibilities as required
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.