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FloSports has led the way in establishing a world-class digital streaming experience for millions of fans, families and athletes of over 25 different underserved sports. Imagine creating a digital platform that unites the casual fan with the most dedicated spectator, both experiencing thrilling live events from around the world with interactive features, real time analytics, powerful broadcast technology and more. Combine that with our unique original sports content ranging from breaking news and expert commentary to feature films, documentaries and multi-episodic series. That’s what FloSports is all about. We have successfully revolutionized the global sports media industry- the result of creating a diverse team of technologists and die-hard wrestlers, creators and devoted cheerleading experts, designers and hockey enthusiasts, communicators and motorsport fanatics, producers and casual sports fans… united by a shared passion to delight the underrepresented communities we serve. We are creating a home for underserved sports and we’re looking for people like you to help us!
THE ROLE:
FloSports is looking for a Live Production Stream Tech to join our team in Austin, Texas. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, talented, highly-technical live broadcast/streaming professional with a passion for providing high-quality live event coverage across 20+ different sports. This role must maintain a hunger to be the best in the industry while overcoming tough challenges that you will be faced with long hours, challenging weather conditions and mission-critical technical issues. The work is challenging but rewarding..
This position is a road-warrior type with the potential to travel up to 80% of the year and work on evenings/weekends/holidays is a must.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be a critical part of a broadcast team filling roles that will vary on an event by event basis.
- Work closely with and help manage the production crew including event production assistants, utilities, scoring systems personnel and our internal support team
- Set up and stream live events across all of our sports and all levels- everything from single-mat wrestling events to multi-camera D1 collegiate championships
- Be involved in every stage of the production process from pre-production through the entire live broadcast
- Work with Remote Operations to coordinate production planning, schedules, event documentation, ad insertion, and post event reports
- Troubleshoot technology issues and production problems logically, calmly and efficiently
- Understand and execute proper communication commands to production crew and announcers during a live event
- Take ownership of production quality and suggest improvements where necessary
- Help build and nurture working relationships with partners, vendors, production crew on each event
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Background or education in video streaming required
- Experience with production streaming tools such as vMix, ATEM, Wirecast, and OBS
- Understanding critical elements of stream quality such as frames per second, bit rate, camera resolution
- Familiarity with audio/video equipment and streaming protocols such as SRT, RTMP, etc.
- Ability to move signals around a production environment including SDI, NDI, fiber workflows, and signal conversion
- Critical thinking and troubleshooting experience
- Ability to lead, execute and deliver in a fast-paced environment
- Process driven and detail oriented
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Willingness to get your hands dirty. You will be running cables, setting up and striking in remote indoor and outdoor environments
- Ability to meet high travel requirements, including weekends and holidays
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
At FloSports, we are bonded by our passion for sports and our purpose to unite communities around experiences that finally give underserved sports the love they deserve. We recognize the need to build a company that seeks out, embraces, and celebrates our individual differences, ideas, and talent. FloSports is committed to the pursuit of a fair, equal and inclusive workplace where everyone is given the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential. As such, we are intentional in our hiring practices in an effort to overcome systemic biases we may be blind to. FloSports has adopted the “blind recruiting” process, which aims to open our opportunities up to more candidates, help us be more objective in how we review applicants and mitigate bias in our decision making processes.
OUR BENEFITS:
- Recognized two years in a row as a Top Workplace by the Austin-American Statesman
- Flexibility at work - you can take control of your profession and personal schedule
- All-hands events hosted once a year in beautiful Austin, Texas
- Annual equity awards for all top performers
- Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
- Peace of mind through company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
- Generous 401(K) company match vested immediately
- Progressive parental leave policies
- Hack-a-thons and a full calendar of team-building and social events
- Free laundry service for all positions that require travel
- Company donation to youth teams and leagues that our employees coach
- Stocked snack bar, catered lunch and breakfast tacos every week
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