Austin FC joined Major League Soccer (MLS) as the League’s 27th club in January 2019. Austin FC officially began competing in MLS in April 2021 and will play its fifth season in 2025.  Austin FC plays its home matches at Q2 Stadium, a 100% privately financed, state-of-the-art stadium which earned certification as a zero-waste venue in 2024.  Austin FC sold out all 70 MLS home matches it played in Q2 Stadium during its first four seasons in the league, including two home MLS Cup Playoff matches in 2022 as the team reached the Western Conference Final. 

Austin FC also operates Austin FC II, a professional-level development team competing in MLS NEXT Pro which won the league title during its inaugural season in 2023.  In addition, Austin FC operates Austin FC Academy which is the fully funded developmental academy representing the highest level of competition for elite youth soccer players in Central Texas, while serving as the exclusive developmental pathway to MLS for the region’s most talented young players. Combined, Austin FC II and Austin FC Academy teams complete the pro player pathway between elite youth soccer (MLS NEXT) all the way to MLS, and allow for players to develop, improve, and move up to Austin FC or Austin FC II. 

Austin FC is actively seeking an Academy Video Analyst who will manage all aspects of video analysis for Austin FC’s Academy teams.  In this role, you will be responsible for the recording, analysis and coding of Austin FC Academy training sessions and matches create post-match analysis for individual player and team presentations as requested. This position will work closely with the Academy Director, Technical Staff and Video Analyst for Austin FC II and Austin FC.

The position is based in Austin, TX and the role will be in-person at St. David’s Performance Center. 

 Are You Someone That:
·        Has an outstanding work ethic, pays close attention to detail and brings innovative ideas?
·        Thrives in a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and quality?
·        Works well within in a collaborative, team-driven, and goal-based environment? 
·        Has a strong passion for soccer and representing the brand of Austin FC?
·        Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships?
·        Is motivated, professional and demonstrates punctuality and reliability?

 You Will:
·        Oversee analysis for U18s, U16s, U15s, U14s, and U13s Academy teams; and 
·        Set up camera systems for training sessions and matches; and 
·        Archive training and game film for ease of access throughout the Club; and 
·        Assist with the vertical integration of analysis processes through Austin FC II and Austin FC Academy; and
·        Coding of games where required; and 
·        Maintain database for players in each team, making sure they have access to the right video; and 
·        Support other teams including Austin FC II and Austin FC as needed; 
·        Build best practices with coaching staff based on software available; and 
·        Carry out ad-hoc tasks as directed by Academy Director, Technical Staff and Sporting Director.

You Have:
·        Bachelor’s degree 
·        Minimum 1 year of experience working with Wyscout, Hudl Studio, Sportscode, and MyVideo Analyzer
·        Preferred experience working for a professional sports team
·        Preferred experience operating a drone
·        Strong communication skills, both orally and written, with diverse audiences
·        Proficiency in Keynote, Microsoft applications, knowledge of current technologies and commitment to remain up to date with industry best practices.
·        Strong work ethic with an eye for detail

Other Details:
·        It is the policy of Austin FC not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  
·        All selected candidates are subject to passing a background check prior to employment.
·        Hours are variable and can easily include early mornings, evenings, weekends and some holidays in addition to the traditional Monday through Friday hours.