Manager, Digital Production Operations
Fox Sports
Playa Vista, CAThis was removed by the employer on 11/19/2019 5:05:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Do you know and love all aspects of production? Do you have your finger on the pulse of the internet? Are you a fan of multi-media sports content, from the written word, to video, to social media?
FOX Sports Digital is looking for a Manager, Digital Production Operations to help support our existing video and technical operation, and to help innovate in the digital landscape. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Video Operations, You would do everything from organizing remote broadcasts to researching and meeting potential new partners to participating in productions. We are seeking a diverse background in production – shooting, editing, lighting, etc – but also the ability to project manage, and a work ethic that supports our 'round-the-clock style of sports coverage.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
COORDINATE REMOTE AND STUDIO PRODUCTION
• Coordinate and consult with linear engineering and field operations teams to plan remote and studio digital productions in support of FOX Sports initiatives - remote examples include coordinating production placement in the overall FOX Sports footprint at NASCAR races, MLB Postseason, World Series, and more
• Lead cross-departmental technical conversations so our productions can be in sync with TV productions
• Oversee all logistics for when the digital production group arrives on-site – includes securing space on the FOX lot for us to produce content, and the technical manipulation of that space, often turning office compounds into production stages
MANAGE REMOTE AND STUDIO PRODUCTION
• Manage studio and remote production coverage across multiple sports & seasons – including inventory, credentialing, accommodations, travel, and liaising between the various departments on-site
TECHNICAL 'HANDS-ON' PRODUCTION
• On-site 'builds' – including lighting, camera placement, cabling, video conversion, and set design and live on-site production
• Must have experience shooting, lighting, and will work symbiotically with our technical operations lead
DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION
• Identify internal efficiencies and opportunities with external partners and vendors - include technical/production conventions or conferences, meetings of trade organizations, and smaller group meetings on technological innovation and evolution
SOFTWARE SCHEDULING
• Schedule of feeds into our clipping software – mainly Wildmoka, so that our social media and video groups are prepared for each major event
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
• 5+ years of experience in production and/or operations
• Deep knowledge of cameras, lighting, editing, Adobe Photoshop, post-production
• A strong grasp of internet culture and trends including live streaming: cloud, HLS, RTMP, etc.
• Experience working with broadcast trucks preferred
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed