NESN · 3 months ago
Game Director - Pirates
Pittsburgh, PA
Contract
Onsite
Senior LevelNESN is a leading regional sports network owned by Fenway Sports Group, known for its innovative sports programming. The Game Director will oversee the presentation of Pirates game telecasts, ensuring high-quality broadcasts and collaborating with various production teams to enhance viewer experience.
BroadcastingSports
Responsibilities
Direct Pirates game telecasts in person, both home and road, as scheduled by the Director of Production & Operations
Collaborate with SNP management on crew, production, and talent coaching and feedback
Ensure all content and presentation meets industry and NESN/SNP network standards for integrity and production quality
Assign, along with Tech MGR and Game Producer, technical positions for each game; including cameras, replay, video, utilities, A2’s, V2’s
Coordinate camera locations with Pirates/PNC Park or home team/ballpark personnel prior to each event
Coordinate with Technical Director for visual elements, feeds, cameras and sets
Coordinate with the Game Producer and Announcers on elements related to each event
Participate in MLB Broadcast Meetings and/or Calls as required
Partner with Studio Director for B-Roll, warmups, interviews and any other necessary support of pregame and postgame coverage
Direct Spring Training telecasts from SNP’s control room & direct regular season telecasts on-site for both home & road games
Full Set Days: coordinate planning for and lead execution of full cabling and/or setup days with Game Producer and Operations manager
While Pirates Baseball is the primary focus of this role, the Game Director may also be asked to direct additional telecasts, shows, pregame and/or postgame shows, within reason, as required
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Intimate knowledge of baseball nuance, team/league history, and team/league storylines
Deep understanding of live sports production techniques, technology, and integration across various situations and platforms
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong leadership and collaboration skills with attention to detail
Benefits
Medical and Dental plans which are currently funded by NESN at approximately 85%
Pre-Tax HSA, FSA and Dependent Care Account
401(k) plan with employer match of 100% up to the first 6% of compensation, 3% contribution through Safe Harbor and discretionary profit sharing of up to 6%.
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability which are currently 100% funded by NESN
Paid parental leave
Time Off Benefits - Eligible NESN Employees accrue Paid Time Off equaling 160 hours or 20 days for the full year
Team Store Discounts - Employees will receive a discount of 50% at the Red Sox Team Store and 25% off at the Bruins Pro Shop with a valid NESN Employee ID
Paid Volunteerism - NESN provides eligible employees with up to 24 hours (3 days) of paid time to participate in NESN Connects events.
Tuition Reimbursement - NESN provides a generous Tuition Reimbursement Program to assist employees who aspire to further their education to learn & grow within their careers.
MBTA Reimbursement - Eligible employees may be reimbursed up to $100 per month for the use of Mass Transit if it is their primary mode of transportation to & from work
Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
Estate Guidance - The Hartford helps employees protect their family’s future by creating a customized and legally binding will online using a simple but comprehensive online questionnaire.
Additional Perks & Employee Discounts - As a NESN employee, you are eligible for other discounts & perks such as pet insurance, tickets, travel, dry cleaning, mobile phones, and much more!
Company
NESN
NESN is an American regional sports cable and satellite television network. It is a sub-organization of Fenway Sports Group.
Founded in 1984
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David Wisnia
President & CEO
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