Oak View Group
Senior Director, Game Presentation| Full-Time | Coachella Valley Firebirds
Oak View Group, Palm Desert, California, us, 92261
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. We are seeking a Senior Director of Game Presentation to guide the planning, strategy, development, and execution of game presentation elements for the Coachella Valley Firebirds.
The role is a key part of the organization’s marketing, content and creative development team, responsible for ensuring event attendees have a memorable experience while fostering brand affinity for the Coachella Valley Firebirds as well as the Seattle Kraken (NHL), Acrisure Arena and Oak View Group.
Position Summary
The Senior Director will develop close working relationships across the enterprise collaborating with marketing, content, broadcast & communications, ticketing & premium sales, hockey operations, brand & sponsorship departments as well as executive teams to ensure a consistent and engaging product is produced for all live events. This individual will also build and manage part-time and full-time team members supporting game day operations and be responsible for event lighting, sound and serve as the event show caller on game days. Responsibilities
Serve in a leadership role in coordination with the VP of Marketing & Business Services and other key departments. Develop impactful concepts & activations that amplify internal & partner initiatives. Steward video strategy and production for all events in alignment with marketing & content teams. Create and manage department production calendars, timing sheets, rundowns, scripts, storyboards and other production-related documents. Develop departmental process and procedure elements that effectively promote communication across the enterprise. Maintain a close working relationship with third party vendors, control room & broadcast production staff, venue operations team, hockey operations and League contacts. Oversee relationships with various technology, production, and operations vendors. Oversee lighting, sound, pyrotechnics and conduct event call for all home games. Support production for in-market events including viewing parties, corporate, community & sponsorship events. Research and stay updated on Game Presentation trends across professional sports leagues. Liaise with Seattle Kraken Game Presentation team, NHL and AHL counterparts to stay on top of best practices. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
10 years’ experience working in live events, sports, entertainment & event production. 7 years’ experience leading and managing event production teams in live events, sports & entertainment. Understanding sports & entertainment live event presentation required. Content and broadcast production skills and experience required. Strong financial acumen required in order to manage departmental budgets. Knowledge of and ability to closely follow popular culture & viral trends. Outstanding leadership, organizational & communication skills, along with a collaborative and inquisitive spirit. Ability to pivot and adapt quickly leveraging problem-solving skills within the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of live events. Passionate, collaborative and creative spirit who can actively lead brainstorming sessions. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including clearly presenting concepts. Ability to respectfully handle constructive feedback from peers, leadership and partners. Cultivate trust-based relationships across all areas of operation. Attend and work all home games along with select company events. Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays with some travel potentially required. Skills Required
Degree from accredited college or university ideally in broadcast production, communications or other relevant field of study pertaining to the role. Knowledge of Daktronics and industry standard A/V equipment and lighting systems. Experience managing teams and vendors as it relates to game day production and presentation events. Ability to create strategic plan as well as manage department budgets. Direct management of staff (part-time & full-time positions). Working primarily in an office environment. Must be able to stand for extended period of time and be able to handle physical requirements of light work and lifting. Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference. At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Equal Opportunity Employer. Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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The Senior Director will develop close working relationships across the enterprise collaborating with marketing, content, broadcast & communications, ticketing & premium sales, hockey operations, brand & sponsorship departments as well as executive teams to ensure a consistent and engaging product is produced for all live events. This individual will also build and manage part-time and full-time team members supporting game day operations and be responsible for event lighting, sound and serve as the event show caller on game days. Responsibilities
Serve in a leadership role in coordination with the VP of Marketing & Business Services and other key departments. Develop impactful concepts & activations that amplify internal & partner initiatives. Steward video strategy and production for all events in alignment with marketing & content teams. Create and manage department production calendars, timing sheets, rundowns, scripts, storyboards and other production-related documents. Develop departmental process and procedure elements that effectively promote communication across the enterprise. Maintain a close working relationship with third party vendors, control room & broadcast production staff, venue operations team, hockey operations and League contacts. Oversee relationships with various technology, production, and operations vendors. Oversee lighting, sound, pyrotechnics and conduct event call for all home games. Support production for in-market events including viewing parties, corporate, community & sponsorship events. Research and stay updated on Game Presentation trends across professional sports leagues. Liaise with Seattle Kraken Game Presentation team, NHL and AHL counterparts to stay on top of best practices. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
10 years’ experience working in live events, sports, entertainment & event production. 7 years’ experience leading and managing event production teams in live events, sports & entertainment. Understanding sports & entertainment live event presentation required. Content and broadcast production skills and experience required. Strong financial acumen required in order to manage departmental budgets. Knowledge of and ability to closely follow popular culture & viral trends. Outstanding leadership, organizational & communication skills, along with a collaborative and inquisitive spirit. Ability to pivot and adapt quickly leveraging problem-solving skills within the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of live events. Passionate, collaborative and creative spirit who can actively lead brainstorming sessions. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including clearly presenting concepts. Ability to respectfully handle constructive feedback from peers, leadership and partners. Cultivate trust-based relationships across all areas of operation. Attend and work all home games along with select company events. Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays with some travel potentially required. Skills Required
Degree from accredited college or university ideally in broadcast production, communications or other relevant field of study pertaining to the role. Knowledge of Daktronics and industry standard A/V equipment and lighting systems. Experience managing teams and vendors as it relates to game day production and presentation events. Ability to create strategic plan as well as manage department budgets. Direct management of staff (part-time & full-time positions). Working primarily in an office environment. Must be able to stand for extended period of time and be able to handle physical requirements of light work and lifting. Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference. At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Equal Opportunity Employer. Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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