Control Room Coordinator

Position Title: Control Room Coordinator   

Department: Marketing   

Status (E/NE, FT/PT): Exempt, Full-Time   

Reports to: Sr. Control Room Producer  

SUMMARY: 

Here at the Detroit Pistons, we are focused on equality for all. We work collaboratively to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that celebrates our differences while driving innovation and equity. Creating impactful experiences on and off the court is what we do - and ensuring that everyone has a voice is how we do it. 

As a Control Room Coordinator for Pistons live events, you will be provided with valuable experience in the sports production industry. You will assist in all stages of production from the conception of in-game elements to execution of the live production. As a Coordinator, your functions may include crafting motion graphics, content management, camera operation, supporting crewing needs and gameday production with the flexibility to learn support different positions within the control room. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to learn, adapt, and acquire an all-around proven understanding of the sports entertainment industry. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: 

• Assist Senior Control Room Producer in the preparation of digital assets for broadcasts in coordination with content and creative teams 
• Create graphics and videos for scoreboard and arena displays as needed 
• Help to project manage control room production elements 
• Prepare in-game scripts for closed captioning 
• Support crewing needs for gameday staff 
• Willingness to learn and operate control room equipment, IPTV applications and video cameras 
• Other gameday related duties that may arise 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree, and/or Technical Certificate in Broadcasting/Television Production/Media Production/Broadcast Engineering 
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere) is a plus. 
• Familiar with operating live Control Room equipment is a plus. 
• A creative eye devoted to elevating the fan experience. 
• Flexible working hours for Pistons home games; Able to attend all home Pistons games and events. 
• Must have a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. 
• Must be comfortable to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. 
• Keep a professional demeanor with the capacity to get along with fans, staff members, players, coaches, and front-office executives. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.