Event Technician
About The Position
The Event Technician works primarily as part of Honda Center’s live event presentation crew, in broadcast/control-room and in-arena environments for hockey, basketball, and other live events. The role may cover one or more technical and production positions, including control room director, technical director, camera operator or shader, graphics and show-control operation, audio operation, media management, hockey statistics, production assistance, ENG camera operation or production, stage management, video editing, and motion graphics design. The position provides hands-on support for live sporting events and assists the Entertainment Department with planning and executing promotions, events, and activities. The Event Technician participates in rehearsals and pre-event checks, and coordinates with performers, staff, hosts, mascots, promotional teams, and other talent to help execute live event elements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a live broadcast or live sports environment, TV/film production, live event management, or relevant experience.
- Knowledge of one or more of the following: Ikegami HDK-95C cameras, Ross Acuity 3, Ross Xpression, Ross Inception, Evertz DreamCatcher, Daktronics Show Control and Venus 7000, Yamaha CL5 Audio Board, and Triple Play.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness and ability to learn additional positions and cross-train when possible.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented and creative environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays as required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on support for live sporting events, including Daktronics ribbons and scoreboard, the audio booth, broadcast control room, Triple Play IPTV system, and stage manager duties.
- Assist the Entertainment Department with planning and executing live promotions, events, and activities.
- Participate in rehearsals and pre-event checks, including sound checks, communication-device checks, camera setup, playlist and script review, and other required pre-game checks.
- Coordinate with contestants, Ducks Power Players, Ice Crew, staff, hosts, mascots, promotional teams, and additional talent to execute opening introductions, in-game promotions, intermission activities, ceremonies, color guard, and other live elements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
