Apply on Employer Site

Monumental Sports & Entertainment · 2 months ago

Game Night Staff: Technical Lead (Part-time/Seasonal)

Washington, DC 20004

Part-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$65/hr - $70/hr

5+ years exp

Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) is one of the largest integrated sports and entertainment companies in the country. The Sports Broadcasting Technical Lead is responsible for coordinating all technical aspects of live sports broadcasts, including the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of broadcasting equipment, while collaborating with production and engineering teams.

Sports

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Coordinate technical planning and execution of live sports broadcasts, encompassing studio, remote, and hybrid productions

Supervise and preserve broadcast equipment like cameras, switchers, routers, replay systems, graphics systems, and audio consoles

Coordinate technical crews, including engineers, operators, and freelancers, ensuring alignment with production needs

Collaborate with producers, directors, and editorial teams to guarantee all technical needs are fulfilled for each event

Troubleshoot technical issues in real-time to minimize disruption during live broadcasts

Ensure accurate signal flow and quality for transmission to linear TV, digital platforms, and streaming services

Coordinate remote production (REMI) workflows, satellite uplinks, and IP-based transport systems

Maintain compliance with FCC regulations, safety standards, and internal SOPs

Assist in budgeting and procurement of technical resources for productions

Provide training and mentorship to junior technical staff and freelancers

Qualification

Broadcast EngineeringLive Broadcast ProductionBroadcast Control SystemsTechnical Team LeadershipCloud-based Production TechnologiesREMI WorkflowsBroadcast CertificationsCommunication SkillsProblem-solving SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, Media Technology, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in live broadcast production, preferably in sports

Deep knowledge of broadcast systems, including SDI/IP workflows, video/audio routing, encoding/decoding, and transmission technologies

Experience leading technical teams in fast-paced, live production settings

Mastery in broadcast control systems like Evertz and Lawo, video switchers such as Grass Valley and Ross, replay systems like EVS and DreamCatcher, and audio consoles including Calrec and Yamaha

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to travel and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Experience with cloud-based and IP production technologies (e.g., AWS Elemental, SRT, NDI)

Familiarity with REMI workflows and remote production infrastructure

Certifications in broadcast technologies (e.g., SBE, SMPTE, Dante)

Experience working with major sports leagues, federations, or broadcasters

Knowledge of media asset management and post-production workflows