Manager, Broadcast Operations (Columbus, Ohio Office)

At EFG (ESL Faceit Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay, where players and fans become a community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that “IT’S NOT GG, UNTIL IT’S GG FOR ALL”. Our passion, craft, and DNA are aligned to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events, and holistic ecosystems through our millions of players, fans, and heroes, as well as through our people, and culture.

The Manager of Broadcast Operations serves as a lead for regional teams. Serve as primary subject matter expert on all incoming business, and serve as a creative accelerant for the larger producer team. Work with the Director of Broadcast to establish and implement standards and practices across the vertical. Help us lead  esports broadcasts into the future! 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Serve as primary lead for regional broadcast teams
• Work alongside Director of Broadcast to establish operational standards and practices for larger team
• Serve as primary subject matter expert and team lead in development of incoming business including, but not limited to scoping, budgeting, pitching and assigning
• Act as manager of team, including but not limited to conducting performance reviews, setting organizational standards, assigning projects and managing schedules
• Determine regional staffing needs for department
• Work with internal and external teams in executing broadcast vision and managing all aspects of esports broadcast presentation including graphics packages, run of show, promotion, on-screen content and assets, and more

WHAT WE NEED TO SEE 

• 5+ years of experience successfully leading a team of producers in Broadcast, Film Production, Sports, or the Gaming Industry
• Experience executing large-scale and high-volume live broadcast programming
• Experience managing and developing entry level and middle management employees
• Expert familiarity with Google suite, Discord, and Slack
• Excellent technical, organizational, time management, and interpersonal communication skills
• Aptitude for collaboration, resiliency, and solutions-orientation
• Strong attention to detail and organization with a drive for process and results
• Ability to work nights and weekends and travel as necessary

PLUSES

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is preferred
• Experience working in gaming related content
• Experience working in a live event environment
• Passion for video games, interactive media and technology
• The desire for a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite