Associate Production Technology & Analytics

The Best Players Need the Best People.

The Network Graphics Associate assists in the analysis and presentation of ShotLink data for use on-air and in print. This position is part of the Production Technology & Analytics team where the focus is to enhance live production of PGA TOUR events including linear telecasts (GOLF/NBC Sports & CBS Sports) as well as digital / streaming platforms (PGA TOUR Live on ESPN+) through integration of technology, data, and analytics from ShotLink.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in communications, television/film production, marketing, management, or related area required.
• Remote television production experience within sports; golf experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Graphics Systems used for live television production.
• Advanced level computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, statistical databases, HTML and other internet display languages.
• Strong knowledge of spreadsheet programs to mine golf stats data.
• Strong communication skills
• Creative skills to process complex data and present in compelling, simple graphics and summaries; natural curiosity to delve deeply into data to mine out most interesting aspects.
• Schedule must allow extensive travel including weekends and holidays.
• Able to safely operate a utility vehicle such as, but not limited to, golf carts, utility carts, and shuttle carts.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Develop and maintain a working relationship with production teams for both Digital / Streaming (ESPN+) and Network partners (GOLF/NBC Sports & CBS Sports).
• Assist all broadcast partners (production & network talent) in their ongoing efforts to effectively communicate ShotLink data and information in their telecasts. Also, work with each network to develop individual style.
• As the subject matter expert, train freelance graphics coordinators and operators on the use of various Broadcast Production tools.
• Create new and innovative graphic concepts for the presentation of ShotLink.
• Onsite primary point of contact for ShotLink as it relates to broadcast operations.
• Maintain a regular schedule for ShotLink analysis (nuggets), analyze PGA TOUR courses / holes, surface player trends and complement season-long programs (i.e., The FedExCup) through analytics.
• Develop and coordinate the production of ShotLink analytical packages at various points throughout the year.
• Special projects or other duties as assigned.