Specialist, Xpression Programming and Operation

This is a Full Time Job

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The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena are seeking a Specialist, XPression Programmer and Operation to manage the Ross XPression Systems and Daktronics software for live event programming, including Atlanta Hawks Basketball and other events at State Farm Arena.

Years of Experience Required: 4 years (48 months)
Experience Required: Broadcast or sports entertainment display systems, graphic and video production
Salary: Not mentioned
Workplace Requirements: Must be available for nights, weekends, and holidays
Education Requirements: Preferred Bachelor's degree in Communications, Visual Media, or Computer Science
Hard Skills Required: XPression studio, Ross Tessera, Ross Dashboard, Daktronics Show Control, Venus Control Suite, programming languages (e.g. C, Visual Basic, Python, Java), Microsoft Excel
Soft Skills Required: Strong communication, adaptability, ability to work under pressure, teamwork
Preferred Skills/Experience: Adobe Creative Cloud, 3D Animation, Motion Graphics

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Specialist, XPression Programmer and Operation
Location: Atlanta Hawks Basketball and State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA

The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena are looking for a Specialist, XPression Programmer and Operation to program and operate LED systems, graphics, and video content for live sports and entertainment events.

Responsibilities:
• Program LED systems for events at State Farm Arena, including Atlanta Hawks Basketball, internal events, and College Park Skyhawks
• Operate Ross XPression, Ross Dashboard, and Daktronics Show Control for live events
• Develop templates and features in XPression Tessera and XPression systems
• Create, program, and operate Ross Dashboard according to live event rundowns
• Ensure quality control for graphic and video production, including fact-checking and research
• Assist with the operation of Daktronics outdoor displays using Venus Control Suite
• Perform maintenance and service on XPression and Daktronics equipment as needed
• Liaise with Live Programming and Global Partnership teams for sponsorship execution and coordination
• Handle file management, content organization, and other related duties

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Visual Media, or Computer Science (preferred)
• Minimum 4 years of experience in broadcast or sports entertainment systems, with expertise in XPression studio, Ross Tessera, and Ross Dashboard
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, Visual Basic, Python, or Java
• Experience with Ross XPression, Daktronics Show Control, and Venus Control Suite
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to adapt to changing requests and work under pressure
• Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Skills:
• Adobe Creative Cloud, 3D Animation, and Motion Graphics experience

If you’re passionate about live sports and entertainment production, this is the perfect opportunity to join a dynamic team at State Farm Arena. Go Hawks!