Telecommut
Responsibilities:
- Basic knowledge of live sports broadcasts and remote events planning.
- Basic understanding of remote technical positions, their functions, responsibilities, and necessary skills.
- Possesses a general understanding of the equipment used on mobile units.
- Has basic knowledge of the current ABC/NABET hiring contract.
- Must be able to identify and engage with third party crewing vendors as required based on geographical location.
- Ability to focus on skill sets, production needs and show budgets when hiring technicians for specific events.
- Participate regularly in meetings with operations and production partners for the events supported.
- Discuss payment terms with technicians at point of hire. Responsible for ensuring all aspects of work assignments are properly communicated including schedules, travel policy and payment options.
- Should have a basic knowledge of the payment process for all hired personnel.
- Willingness to be a team player and help support other coordinators.
- May be required to be available outside of regular working hours – including nights and weekends.
- Minimum of (1) year of related technical, crewing and/or operational planning and procurement in remote broadcasting.
- Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Awareness of developments in equipment technology and procedures.
- Working knowledge of organization, financial and logistical process relating to show creation.
- Adheres to proper hiring and payment policies.
- Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Has working knowledge of the technical equipment requirements of ESPN’s production operations functions.
- Understands the procurement aspects of the technical and operational equipment needed to execute broadcasts.
- Working knowledge of the requirements of ESPN’s remote production operations functions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet and various scheduling platforms.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Bachelor’s degree.
The hiring range for this position in Connecticut is $54,000 to $72,300 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
