Director Remote Media Production Facilities

PGA Tour • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

92d

About The Position

Responsible for the planning, coordination, set-up and implementation of technical facilities and resources required in the Television Compound at assigned Live Remote events. Works with the Host Broadcasting Network, PGA TOUR Remote Operations, Broadcasting, Tournament Standards and Operations to ensure the technical and operational requirements at each event are fulfilled. Performs the role of on-site Technical Manager for PGA TOUR Live and/or the Network Broadcast when assigned. Responsible for implementing the design, lay-out and systems integration plan within the TV Compound at assigned events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience.
• Ten+ years of live remote sports television production experience required, preferably including the production of live golf events.
• Technical Management skills are required with experience as the lead Technical Manager responsible for the integration of technical facilities and resources required for live event production.
• Hands-on experience working with Mobile Units, RF Facilities, Fiber Systems and other broadcast facilities is necessary.
• Must be proficient working with Microsoft Excel and Word (or equivalent).
• Concur Expense & Travel systems knowledge preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills a must.
• Must be able to multi-task and work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast paced environment.
• Maintain organized files relative to the requirements of all events and meet all deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementing the design and layout of the Television Compound at each assigned event.
• Conduct surveys as necessary.
• Works with Supervisor to create efficient and effective compound layouts.
• Responsible for interfacing with the Mobile Unit and equipment vendors to secure appropriate technical facilities for the successful production of each assigned event.
• Fill the role of on-site Technical Manager at assigned events.
• Provide leadership to the on-site team of tech staff and freelance crew.
• Maintain Technical Manual for each assigned event.
• Work with Supervisor, PGATE Remote Operations and Crewing Manager to book technical crews appropriate for each level of production.
• Responsible for back-end Accounting requirements such as reviewing invoices for accuracy and coding to the appropriate job.
• Work with Supervisor to develop budgets as necessary for any potential Live Remote production opportunities.
• Communicate clear departmental vision and business objectives to staff members, technical crew and freelancers at assigned events.
• Encourage team to pursue new tasks and challenges related to overall departmental goals and objectives.
• Special projects or other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) plus employer match and contribution
• Health Savings Account/Medical and Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Membership to TPC Sawgrass

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees