Quad Cities River Bandits

Quad Cities River Bandits

Director, Creative Services and Production

Quad Cities River Bandits - Entry Level
Davenport · IA
Audio/Video Editing and Production · Graphic Design/Creative Services · Director
Position: Director, Creative Services and Production

Reports to: General Manager

Summary of Position: The Director of Creative Services and Production will manage the day-to-day operations of the game day production staff of the River Bandits. Off-season responsibilities include print advertisement, sponsorship graphics, video shooting and editing, graphic design, media archiving, and managing off-site productions. In-season responsibilities include the managing of the game day production staff, organizing and executing all entertainment associated with the video & ribbon board, music system, and closed-circuit broadcast.

Major Job Duties Include but are not Limited to:
  • Execution of pre-production schedule including video & audio editing and graphic design
  • Execution of some off-season production including camera operation, audio & video, digital switcher, and tape operation
  • Planning and coordination of assorted productions including production, direction, & securing special guests
  • Edit, load, and setup game day content
  • Maintaining control room equipment, ribbon board, and video board
  • Shoot and edit video content for any River Bandits videos (player videos, promotional videos, intro videos, etc.)
  • Create highlight packages for post-game wrap up
  • Creating advertising pamphlets- Pocket schedules, ticket/group sales brochures, sponsorship sales brochures, individual sales proposals (sales support), promotional posters, etc.
  • Organizing/archiving all graphics files
  • Organizing proof of performance materials
  • Completing all proof of performances
  • Other related duties as required

Education and Experience:
·       1-2 years’ experience
·       Able to supervise employees
·       Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
·       Technically proficient with MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Video Editing, Website Design

Abilities:
·       Able to work independently and in a team environment
·       Strong time management and organizational skills
·       Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
·       Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
·       High level of integrity
 
Context:
·         40 hours per week in the off season
·         70-80 hours per week during the season
·         Time sensitive during the season
·         Long hours, weekends, and holidays

Work Styles:
·         Attention to detail
·         Self-Motivated
·         High stress tolerance 
·         Dependability 
·         Leadership
·         Creative and Solution Minded

Job Questions:

  1. Would you be willing to relocate to Davenport, IA (the Quad Cities region) for this position? If yes, when would you be available to start (please provide a date)?