NESN LTD

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As Technical Manager, the employee would be responsible for all technical aspects of home Pirates and Penguins telecasts at the venue. This includes technical setup, fax, and transmission. The employee would also establish and maintain relationships with the teams, including building operations, team broadcasting departments, and production teams. The Technical Manager will be responsible for transporting any necessary SNP-owned equipment to and from the venues as well as tracking its usage and inventory. They are also responsible for signal flow to and from the truck and communicating changes in feeds based on the needs of production. When not working home events, the employee would fill a role as a studio engineer for various days, as needed. In this role, the employee would be responsible for day-to-day engineering needs including, but not limited to, tech managing for road cloud games, pregame & postgame show support, technical and transmission fax, signal flow management, communication with remote production, and cloud broadcast support.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Tech manage home games for Pirates and Penguins in the truck at the venue * Assist in production design and implementation * Liaise relationship between production and building operations * Coordinate with Operations Manager on home Tech Books and information dissemination * Supplement studio engineering staff for day-to-day operations * Maintain excellent working relationships with both Pirates and Penguins * Communicate specific crew assignments on a game-by-game basis * Develop strong setup and strike plans to maximize crew efficiency * Assist Operations Manager in development and distribution of Tech Books * Foster a safe, positive work environment * Manage crew in/out times to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime and meal penalties, within all union regulations * Along with the Producer and Director, act as the Network’s representative on site and promptly and respectfully address any issues that may arise We believe in the potential within every individual. If you’re passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements that are listed within this job description.     Qualifications: * Outstanding TV production and engineering knowledge * Strong understanding of signal flow and technical setup * Extensive experience in remote production environments * Excellent understanding and execution of troubleshooting process * Exceptional communication, coordination and leadership skills   We believe that when team members feel supported, they are more engaged, productive, and innovative. If you're looking for a workplace that celebrates people and their personal and professional growth, you've come to the right place.     Some of the benefits we provide include: * Medical and Dental plans which are currently funded by NESN at approximately 85% * Pre-Tax HSA, FSA and Dependent Care Account * 401(k) plan with employer match of 100% up to the first 6% of compensation, 3% contribution through Safe Harbor and discretionary profit sharing of up to 6%. * Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability which are currently 100% funded by NESN * Paid parental leave * Time Off Benefits - Eligible NESN Employees accrue Paid Time Off equaling 160 hours or 20 days for the full year * Team Store Discounts - Employees will receive a discount of 50% at the Red Sox Team Store and 25% off at the Bruins Pro Shop with a valid NESN Employee ID * Paid Volunteerism - NESN provides eligible employees with up to 24 hours (3 days) of paid time to participate in NESN Connects events. * Tuition Reimbursement - NESN provides a generous Tuition Reimbursement Program to assist employees who aspire to further their education to learn & grow within their careers.  * MBTA Reimbursement - Eligible employees may be reimbursed up to $100 per month for the use of Mass Transit if it is their primary mode of transportation to & from work * Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection   * Estate Guidance - The Hartford helps employees protect their family’s future by creating a customized and legally binding will online using a simple but comprehensive online questionnaire. * Additional Perks & Employee Discounts - As a NESN employee, you are eligible for other discounts & perks such as pet insurance, tickets, travel, dry cleaning, mobile phones, and much more!   Who We Are NESN (New England Sports Network) is owned by Fenway Sports Group, which also owns the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Penguins among other holdings, and Delaware North, owners of the Boston Bruins. NESN is delivered throughout the six-state New England region and nationally as NESN National. The definitive source for New England sports programming, NESN consistently has been one of the top-rated regional sports networks in the country, with a reputation for innovative and award-winning production of sports events and specials.   As of 2023, NESN manages SportsNet Pittsburgh, a newly branded regional sports network that televises Pittsburgh Penguins and Pirates games, as well as local college sports, original content and more in PA, WV, and portions of MD, OH and NY.   Our professional environment is passionate, adaptable, creative, and filled with aspiring individuals who are driven to grow with our company. Our core values are at the heart of who we are. We have a spontaneous and vibrant culture, and we truly believe in team spirit and collaboration.   NESN is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.   NESN is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR team at hr@nesn.com [hr@nesn.com] or 617-536-9233.   NESN participates in the E-Verify program, a service of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA), to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. All offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of the E-Verify process. Learn more at www.e-verify.gov [http://www.e-verify.gov].