Senior Studio Operations Manager

SUMMARY

Perform various video production- related duties and oversight of facility engineering and operation by utilizing outside contractors involved in production and engineering functions, and evaluation and integration of new equipment. Duties and time demand expand substantially during Showtime and the weeks leading up to Showtime.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:* Oversee the production workflows of HLSR studio systems to optimize productivity for full-time, seasonal part-time and contract employees. Provide support and develop best practices for optimal facility operation.

• Manage the data storage and video archiving process for HLSR studio.
• Lead training of contractors on the operation of new equipment installed in the facility..
• Provide facility upgrade research and planning, and installation / implementation of new equipment.
• Assist in facility engineering projects including maintenance of existing equipment / systems and installation and commissioning of new equipment / systems.
• Provide various engineering functions as needed for optimal operation of the production facility including routing of audio and video signals.
• Provide A/V and technical support for digital setups on property grounds outside of the studio during Showtime.
• Act as HLSR “representative on duty” when necessary for non-HLSR events involving the studio facility. This frequently involves after-hours and /or night and weekend work.
• Participation in and implementation of live production including broadcasts and web streaming.
• Manage the production workflow of HLSR projects for promotional and in-show use. Projects include, but are not limited to, television commercials, in-stadium show elements, and features, and production design elements specific to stadium presentation.
• Support and assist in providing content for HLSR annual events
• Participate in the creative process, and implementation of video productions and special presentations.
• Coordinate the shipping and receiving of various materials and equipment into and out of the studio.
• Track, handle, and maintain records of the elements, costs, and time schedules of multiple projects.
• Must be able to perform under tight deadlines and work nights and weekends, including Sundays.

SUPERVISORY

Oversee the outcomes and deliverables of contractors and vendors. Directly manage seasonal part-time personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree in related fields and/or 8 – 10 years of video production experience. Experience in video production required. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization, and groups of video professionals in a production crew setting. COMPUTER SKILLS Working knowledge of the Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) products.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Advanced knowledge of the video production process. Knowledge of non-linear editing workflows, preferably Avid and Adobe Premeire. Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and / or Adobe After Effects.

Understanding of Ross Video systems/workflows. Working knowledge engineering principles and signal flow as they apply to a video production facility of this magnitude. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and be comfortable working in different roles.

Flexibility to work days, nights and weekends. Ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality in both a supervised and unsupervised environment. Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline driven environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may be required to sit, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

During the Show, the employee may be required to frequently walk to various places on the grounds. The employee may be required to lift and/or move 15 or more pounds. Extended work hours required, especially during peak periods.

Some travel required. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to dust, chemicals and animals at various times.

#LI-JA1