Alternate Greenhat

Alternate Green Hat

The objective of the Alternate Green Hat is to ensure the broadcast of the game occurs in a scheduled, timely manner that complies with all NFL broadcast policies regarding game administration and commercial coordination. In doing so, the Alternate Green Hat will serve as a sideline liaison between the officiating crew, the broadcasting network, and the NFL Broadcast Representative.

Responsibilities

• Understanding completely all NFL Broadcasting policies regarding game administration and commercial coordination, as provided by the League office.


• Being on site no less than two hours before kickoff and staying through the conclusion of the game


• Serve as a communication liaison between the officiating crew, the broadcasting network, and the assigned NFL Broadcast Representative.


• Ensuring the telecast of the game occurs with the appropriate number of commercial breaks occurring in each quarter with minimum disruption to the normal flow of the game.


• Providing direction to the assigned network Orange Sleeves in the execution of signals and approving opportunities for commercial breaks.


• Submitting at least one postgame report per season detailing the commercial breaks, game timing, and overall operation within twenty-four hours of each game with the guidance of the Primary Green Hat.


• Participating in preseason training seminar and weekly conference calls during the season.


• And upholding the NFL's core values of Respect, Integrity, Resiliency and Responsibility to Team.

Qualifications

• Working understanding of NFL football and its rules/policies


• Prior football coaching/officiating experience


• Extensive professional experience working in live production environment


• Willing to be available and travel to 4+ NFL games per year


• Detail oriented individual who is able to perform and follow directions seamlessly in a high-pressure environment


• Able to accept, process, and successfully apply criticism/training


• Able to dedicate time during the week to weekly calls and other essential job functions

Training

• Alternate Green Hats are required to attend and participate in the annual virtual Green Hat Seminar (typically held late July)


• Primary Green Hats are responsible for setting training schedule with back up and ensuring that they receive proper game day training to ensure that the backup can step in seamlessly for Primary Green Hat. Primary Green Hats will also teach Alternate Green Hats how to complete postgame reports.

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand and walk the sideline for entire NFL game while being alert at all times

Travel

To and from the stadium 4+ NFL games per season

Expected Hours of Work

• Approximately 6 hours per game + 1 hour per postgame report 10x per season.


• 30 minutes for weekly conference call each week of the season (21 weeks + postseason if needed)

Salary

$19 - $19 USD