Field Operations Manager

Penske Entertainment•Indianapolis, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Operations Manager supports delivery of INDYCAR broadcasts to audiences worldwide. The role coordinates broadcast preparations and operations at each venue, including camera plans, TV compound layouts, equipment and service rentals, credentials, parking permits, and catering. The position serves as a liaison between INDYCAR and FOX Sports, works with vendors, and provides on-site supervision of seasonal crew assigned to INDYCAR broadcasts. It plans, organizes, prioritizes, and oversees certain broadcast activities. The role requires travel to all INDYCAR-sanctioned events and other client needs as required, along with flexibility in an event-driven business. It is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and reports to the Sr. Director, Broadcast Operations.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in broadcast operations.
Current knowledge of live sports broadcasts.
Experience with heavy equipment such as scissor lifts, booms, and forklifts.
Ability to handle adversity graciously while attending to longer-term goals.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Proactive, flexible mindset and commitment to excellence.
Passion for creating memorable experiences.
Cultural competence and ability to thrive in a diverse environment.
Alignment with Penske Entertainment’s core values and standards.
Ability to travel to all INDYCAR-sanctioned events and other client needs as required.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods as needed.
Comfort working indoors and outdoors and around event noise.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in communication, broadcasting, or television production is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create camera lists and maps for each INDYCAR on FOX broadcast.
Lay out TV compounds for each IndyCar venue.
Act as a liaison between INDYCAR and FOX Sports to ensure broadcast needs are met.
Obtain quotes and order rental equipment or services from vendors.
Submit requests for purchase orders before signing rental agreements.
Receive and place heavy equipment at each racetrack.
Request broadcast credentials and parking permits for the broadcast team.
Create catering orders with the IMSP catering vendor.
Assist with day-to-day on-site broadcast operations at each venue.
Provide on-site supervision of seasonal crew assigned to INDYCAR broadcasts.
Plan, organize, prioritize, and oversee certain broadcast activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Sr. Director, Broadcast Operations.