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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Big Ten Network is looking for a Technical Operations Manager to join the StudentU Program in Chicago, IL! This position will work closely with Big Ten athletic department staff and students to troubleshoot any equipment issues and answer technical questions, as well as help them plan for equipment purchases and upgrades for the future of live events on the B1G+ platform. The candidate should have familiarity working with broadcast equipment including switchers, replay machines, graphics engines, cameras, and more. Additionally, you will collaborate with the BTN StudentU team on the creation of production policies, procedures, and training manuals as well as help monitor and ensure the quality of individual streams airing live on the B1G+ platform.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Troubleshoot equipment issues and respond to technical questions from athletic department staff and students
Coordinate needed repairs and track equipment that has been sent to third-party partners
Manage equipment budget and consult with schools on equipment upgrades and planning
Work with engineering and IT departments to ensure full functionality of school-issued flypacks and streaming equipment
Develop equipment standards and growth planning for production of B1G+ streams on campus
Develop and maintain equipment database for network owned/provided gear
Create training videos and documentation for students on various equipment
Collaborate with the StudentU team on monitoring live events on the B1G+ platform, including assisting with in-game troubleshooting and providing feedback to student production crews

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

2-3 years of experience in live event video production
Familiarity with technical aspects of broadcast equipment, including switchers, replay machines, graphics engines, cameras, cabling, signal flow, and networking
Capability to manage multiple high-profile projects and provide strong leadership and solid decision-making skills under tight deadlines
Ability to communicate and work with multiple stakeholders from different departments and outside of the network

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

Bachelor’s degree
Background in sports production and an interest in college sports
Familiarity working with the following broadcast equipment: Ross Xpression, Ross Carbonite, Viz Trio, Newtek Tricaster, Newtek 3Play, Evertz DreamCatcher, JVC Cameras, Riedel Intercom

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