Video Board Technical Director

GO BEYOND THE IVY

Our business is a team sport built on creating and delivering memorable experiences around Cubs baseball and other live events.

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JOB TITLE: Video Board Technical Director (part-time)

DEPARTMENT: Cubs Productions

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

REPORTS TO: Director, Live Production

FLSA: Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION: $31.00 - $34.00 per hour USD

BEING PART OF THE TEAM

Our business is a team sport that began on a field with baseballs and bats and has evolved into one of the most recognizable brands in sports and entertainment through Cubs baseball and live events. Our success is driven by our people, who work in an engaging, collaborative, and inclusive environment. As a team, we continue to build a culture on and off the field that delivers unforgettable experiences for one another, our fans and community.

In support of that effort, we expect associates to work primarily in our office. Are you ready to be part of it?

OUR STORY

THE CHICAGO CUBS FRANCHISE is a charter member of Major League Baseball's National League. Since 1876, the team has won the National League pennant 17 times and was the first team to win back-to-back World Series titles in the 1907 and 1908 seasons. In 2016, the Chicago Cubs made history again when the team won its first World Series in 108 years, ending the longest championship drought in North American sports.

Known for its ivy-covered outfield walls, hand-operated scoreboard and famous Marquee sign, iconic Wrigley Field has been the home of the Chicago Cubs since 1914, making it the second oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball.

HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE

This part-time position closely partners with the Director, Live Production & Entertainment to ensure quality control, provide technical support, and run live production on event day. This position will train and execute as either the Gameday Director or Gameday Technical Director for each event they are scheduled for depending on the needs of the production.

THE DAY-T0-DAY:

• Technical Directing live productions in-house including Cubs baseball games as well as other events that take place at Wrigley Field or Gallagher Way
• Makes the real-time decisions regarding what pictures and sounds will be broadcast; interprets data and information to decide camera angles, features, and sequences
• Operate Ross Ultrix Acuity Production switcher during home games and events
  • Responsible for switching video sources through a video matrix switcher, performing live digital effects and transitions, plus inset of pre-recorded and live material and graphics as instructed by the Game Producer or Director
• Responsible for building and updating all transitions, macros, backgrounds, etc., prior to start of games
• Responsible for the technical quality of the signal being recorded or broadcast and will utilize various measuring devices and displays to ensure quality control
• Monitor audio and mixing as well as audio recordings throughout productions
• Responsible for providing input into the creative side of the production on both the video and audio aspects of the programming

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Knowledge of the real-time live sporting event directing process
• Wide range of event production experience, ranging from AP, AD, Producer and Director responsibilities, as well as a deep understanding of technical roles
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate to all crew members during the live broadcast
• Minimum of 2-5 years' experience and strong technical directing background with experience in control room or studio
• Previous experience technical directing games (including building macros and transitions)
• Extensive knowledge of video transmission displays and projection techniques
• Ability to creatively collaborate with other production team members
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work non-standard hours including nights, weekends, holidays and commit to 40 or more events as needed

WHAT SETS YOU APART:

• Experience operating and programming Ross Ultrix Acuity Production…