Role Summary
The Broadcast & Game Day Production Operator provides students, recent graduates, and aspiring broadcast professionals the opportunity to gain comprehensive, hands-on experience in live sports production. This role serves as a key member of the Lake County Captains media and promotions team, supporting both MiLB broadcast production and in-game entertainment operations at Classic Park.
This is a game-day only position requiring availability on nights, weekends, and select holidays throughout the baseball season. Team members may rotate responsibilities across multiple production areas including broadcast control room and in-stadium production.
Essential Responsibilities
MiLB Broadcast Production
Camera Switcher / Technical Director
- Operate the broadcast camera switcher to shape the live MiLB broadcast presentation.
- Switch between high home, center field, and on-field/remote cameras.
- Manage graphics integration including score bugs, commercial slates, and replay activation.
Replay Operator (MIRA)
- Operate replay systems to capture and cut key game moments including home runs, strikeouts, and defensive highlights.
- Build and produce a postgame “MELT” package for digital distribution, including team YouTube content.
- Import, organize, and manage all replay assets during live production.
Graphics Operator
- Generate and operate broadcast graphics including lower thirds, score bugs, and sponsor elements.
Camera Operator
- Operate center field, high home, or on-field cameras during live game action and in-game features.
- Assist with camera setup and teardown.
In-Game / Production Room Operations
Video Board Operator
- Operate the in-house video board, including player headshots, hype videos, sponsored content, and live camera feeds.
- Coordinate live shots and entertainment elements between innings.
Sound Board Operator
- Operate the audio board and music system.
- Execute sound effects, player walk-up music, and promotional audio elements.
- Help create an energetic and engaging ballpark atmosphere throughout the game.
LED Scoreboard Operator
- Manage the traditional scoreboard including inning-by-inning scoring, player stats, and game information.
General Production Duties - Assist with importing and formatting new content into A/V systems.
- Support season-long A/V setup and maintenance projects.
- Collaborate with the Game Day Director and Broadcast Director to execute a seamless live production.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience
- Current enrollment in or recent graduate of a bachelor’s degree program in Broadcasting, Communications, Sports Management, or related field preferred. Post-graduate candidates are welcome.
- Intermediate knowledge of baseball required.
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of live A/V or broadcast production equipment preferred.
- Experience with Ross MIRA, switchers, audio boards, or graphics systems is a plus.
- Flexible schedule with availability to work all home games, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Skills & Competencies
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-pressure live production environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to execute precise timing during live broadcasts.
- Creative mindset with the ability to enhance both broadcast and in-stadium presentation.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with directors, broadcasters, promotions staff, and team personnel.
- Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
Working Environment / Physical Requirements
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended game-day shifts.
- Occasionally lift A/V equipment and production materials up to 50 pounds.
- Constant communication with production team members and broadcasters; must be able to accurately exchange information.
- Work may take place outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
