KC Current
Coordinator, Event Production
KC Current - Entry Level
Kansas City · MO
Game Operations, Events, & Productions · Production · Technology
1
5
hours ago
Join the Team.
At KC Current, everything we do is in service of our fans, partners, community, and players. Our employees are stewards of that responsibility, working together to elevate the game and deepen our connection to Kansas City and beyond. With a best-in-class training facility and one of the first stadiums built specifically for a women’s sports team, KC Current is writing the next chapter with world-class talent and ambition.
Our employees are a team of competitive, passionate, and driven people who are dedicated to this sport, this team, and this community. We aim high, embrace challenges, and take action to get it done. We believe great things happen when we are united. We are seeking individuals who want to march on this mission with us as the world’s eyes are watching. We are making history in Kansas City and desire like-minded, high energy, driven individuals to join us on our journey.
Who are we hiring?
The Kansas City Current is hiring a Coordinator, Event Production, responsible for supporting all technical production elements, including set and strike across CPKC Stadium, Riverside Stadium and Current Landing. This position plays a key role in ensuring high-quality event execution for both internal and external clients, enhancing overall guest and partner experience through seamless coordination of sound and video systems. The ideal candidate has hands-on technical experience, strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in live event environments where precision and professionalism are critical.
As an applicant you should have:
- Hands-on experience coordinating audio, visual and lighting production elements for live events or entertainment venues
- The ability to manage technical logistics and communicate effectively with multiple internal teams and external vendors
- A strong sense of initiative and ownership of event quality, with an eye on enhancing guest experience through technology
- Problem-solving skills for real-time troubleshooting and quick adaptation during live events
- Familiarity with stadium or venue operations, including setup, strike and cross-productions
What will you do?
- Coordinate setup, testing and execution of audio and visual equipment for CPKC Stadium, Riverside Stadium and Current Landing events using in-house systems and coordinating rentals for additional needs
- Serve as the on-site point of contact for production vendors, including lighting, audio and AV partners for all venue events
- Manage the inventory, upkeep and maintenance of all in-house AV equipment including TVs, field boards, scoreboards, fascia boards and audio systems
- Support the Events Sales and Operations teams by providing expertise, layouts and creative recommendations to enhance event productions
- Recommend and integrate custom production elements to elevate the client and fan experience through creative use of AV systems, lighting and effects
- Document event-day setups, production plans and outcomes for post-event analysis and continuous improvement
What do you need to succeed?
Technical Skills
- Experience executing or coordinating AV and production systems in live event or sports environments
- Familiarity with equipment such as video boards, control room systems, mixers, playback server and lighting consoles
- Knowledge of signal flow, AV networking and troubleshooting principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic familiarity with production planning software
- Comfort working with vendors and integrating rental equipment or supplemental systems when required
- Experience with Q-SYS, Dante A/V, and VITEC IPTV solutions are a plus
Team Member Abilities
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple concurrent events
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with technical crews, operations staff and clients
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for reporting and cross-department coordination
- Initiative to identify process improvements and elevate event production quality
Education & Experience
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Audio/Visual Production or related field
- Two (2) or more years of experience in live event production, AV coordination or venue operations
- Experience in a sports or entertainment venue preferred
Professional Skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and troubleshoot issues in real time
- Team-oriented with a service-first approach to guest and partner experience
- Willingness to learn new systems, technologies and event production workflows
Special requirements of the Job:
- Must be able to work flexible schedule, including weekends, nights and holidays.
- Ability to monitor company communications and respond to time-sensitive matters with senior executives.
- Travel may be required – 5%
- Physical requirements include lifting or carrying 50 pounds, working at heights, standing or walking for extended periods and working in outdoor weather conditions.
We value diversity and seek world-class employees of all backgrounds.
The Kansas City Current values diversity and is looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, we comply with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.
The Kansas City Current values diversity and is looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, we comply with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.
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