Director/Manager, Game Presentation and Live Events

Director/Manager, Game Presentation and Live Events

MountainStar Sports Group | El Paso Chihuahuas | El Paso Locomotive

Job Description

Do you crave the roar of the crowd? Do you dream in dazzling visuals and heart-pounding music? If so, then step up to the plate (or rather, the control room) as the (Director/Manager) of Game Presentation and Live Events for Southwest University Park and the El Paso Chihuahuas and Locomotive.

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be a key player in crafting electrifying in-game experiences. You’ll translate Southwest University Park’s spirit into unforgettable on-screen moments that leave fans breathless.

Here's Where Your Skills Will Shine

• Leadership is key: You understand how to be a servant leader, provide vision, and to support your team to accomplish its objectives in a truly collaborative environment.
• A visionary mind: You're a creative powerhouse who can translate the client’s spirit into unforgettable on-screen moments.
• A team player: You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with your colleagues and inspiring and empowering your team to unleash their best work.
• Eye for Design: You possess a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of visual composition, ensuring all designs are polished, correct, and on-point.
• A showman's heart: You have an instinctive understanding of what makes crowds tick, knowing how to build anticipation and erupt in celebration.
  
  

If you're ready to take Southwest University Park’s in-game entertainment to new heights, then we want to hear from you!

This is your chance to make every game night an unforgettable spectacle. Join the Chihuahuas/Locomotive and let's take the fan experience to the next level!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop the overall creative vision for the in-game presentation, aligning with the team's brand and fan engagement goals.
• Conceptualize and storyboard innovative visual elements, animations, and graphics for the video board.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to integrate sponsor messaging seamlessly into the presentation.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and technology advancements in-game presentation.
• Oversee the production of all in-game content, including video segments, music playlists, graphics, and animations.
• Manage the gameday production schedule, ensuring all elements run smoothly and on time.
• Work with control room staff to execute the planned presentation flawlessly.
• Supervise the creation of engaging pre-game, in-game, and post-game content.
• Develop and manage storylines and highlights to showcase players and team achievements.
• Source and curate engaging content like fan videos, social media highlights, and contests.
• Work with technical staff to troubleshoot any issues during production.
• Effectively collaborate with various departments, such as marketing, sales, public relations, and operations, to ensure a cohesive gameday experience.
• Communicate clearly with the production team, providing clear direction and expectations.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the game presentation in engaging fans.
• Work with Third-party Crewing to schedule gameday production staff.
• Develop a plan for student-based creative involvement.
• Create and manage within approved parameters all department budgets.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
• Familiar with File-based workflows (Sony Ci)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working in sports entertainment or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with various departments (marketing, sales, operations, etc.)
• Project management skills to oversee multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• A strong sense of design aesthetics and the ability to translate ideas into compelling visuals.
• Ability to think outside the box and develop innovative concepts for in-game presentations.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in fast-paced environments.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.