Manager Remote Operations

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or related experience
• Minimum of five to seven years in the production industry with experience in remote operations
• Experience in remote television logistics planning, television compounds and execution
• Experience in project budgeting, crewing, logistics and scheduling for studio and remote operations
• Sports background preferred.  Experience with operational requirements and logistics related to golf
• Must have experience with various camera, audio, grip and lighting equipment for live remote, commercial and ENG shoots
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Excel or equivalent Windows based software. Knowledge of SAP Concur software as well
• Available nights and weekends; extensive travel required throughout the year to manage and oversee all productions, independent contractors and vendor operations at assigned events
• CPR/AED and Lithium-Ion Small Batteries (shipping) certified.  PGA TOUR, Inc. will provide certifications if needed or if a current certification is expire
• RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
• Responsible for identifying, contacting and booking facilities and equipment for each assigned project or live remote production
• Negotiate and work directly with hotel sales teams on contracts and see through that room blocks are accurate, create rooming lists in a timely fashion and that the billing is correct per individual contract
• Book airfare and auto rentals for both in-studio and on-site crew and also reconcile expenses to the show through Concur
• Adhere to the budget parameters during all phases of the project
• Advance setup and on-site management for remote productions including logistics for equipment and office trailer/furniture delivery and setup
• Coordinate with PGA TOUR Broadcasting and Tournament Business Affairs, Tournament Directors/Operations personnel and network partners to ensure on-site integration is to plan
• Negotiate with major equipment and service vendors; broadcast network/partners included
• Arrange for media credentials, parking passes, golf carts, office trailers, equipment, phone lines, etc
• Generate and distribute production books and communicate pertinent shoot information to crew, vendors and staff
• Work with assigned Tech Manager(s) leading up to and throughout the entire production to ensure all needs are met for both PGA TOUR Entertainment and all International partners
• Lead review and approval for all production crew, vendors and equipment invoices once the job has been completed
• Reconcile actual expenses and update budget spreadsheets for Accounting Department
• Work with various persons to ensure the projects best results
• Develop and encourage staff to pursue new tasks and challenges related to overall departmental goals and objectives
• Contribute to departmental operations, including staffing, budget management/ cost containment, and internal communication
• Special projects or other duties as assigned