Skillshot Media ยท 2 months ago
Technical Director (In-Person)
Skillshot Media is a company focused on live productions, and they are seeking a Technical Director to oversee the technical execution of live shows. This role involves planning, setup, live switching, troubleshooting, and collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality broadcasts.
eSportsEventsVideo Games
Responsibilities
Maintain a reliable system for technical support across programs and events
Monitor audio and mixing, including audio recordings, throughout productions
Oversee proper lighting as predetermined in production meetings
Ensure productions are distraction-free and technically well-supported by all support roles
Produce technical drawings and communicate with scene supervisors to validate planned processes
Recruit and train control room and technical crew; uphold high standards of performance and safety
Update and maintain production technologies; ensure proper maintenance and installation
Keep detailed records of warranties and licensing agreements for gear
Work with technical, logistical, and production teams to source and manage equipment, crew, staging, video, lighting, and other broadcast-related items
Operate visual switching equipment under the guidance and direction of the Director
Provide direction and make decisions regarding technical projects and workflows
Execute on-the-fly changes: switching shots, camera angles, graphics, and more
Collaborate with scenic designers to ensure proper set design and equipment placement
Monitor video broadcasting equipment and resolve technical issues promptly
Formulate technical plans for productions and certify equipment readiness for broadcast
Train the control room crew on proper equipment use, care, and maintenance
Qualification
Required
3+ years managing in-studio and/or live event productions of varying scale
3+ years of end-to-end project ownership from kickoff to delivery
Proven ability to independently manage multiple departments and key individuals in a fast-paced environment
Experience working with third-party partners and vendors; leading contractor teams
Strong knowledge of live events and studio productions
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Familiarity with project management tools and best practices (Asana, Jira, Trello, Smartsheet, monday.com)
Strong attention to detail with an in-depth understanding of broadcasting, production, and crew management
Knowledge of current esports trends and general gaming
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Tasks, Keep)
Willingness to collaborate across departments
Ability to perform under pressure during live broadcasts
Preferred
Live switchers (e.g., Ross Carbonite/Vision, Blackmagic ATEM, Grass Valley)
Routing and signal workflows (SDI/NDI), intercom/comms (Clear-Com), tally, and monitoring
Audio consoles (e.g., Yamaha QL/CL, Behringer X32) and Dante networking
Graphics/playout systems (e.g., Viz, Singular.live, LiveText/NewBlue, vMix) and media servers (e.g., Resolume)
Replay systems (e.g., EVS, 3Play) and basic IP/IT networking for broadcast
Company
Skillshot Media
Skillshot operates online and offline competitive video game competitions.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Phoenix Capital Ventures (PCV)
2021-01-01Seed
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