The Performance Analyst is responsible for the coordination of all video capture, editing, and report generation services within the Soccer Operations Department. The role includes videotaping of training/games, providing data insights from complex data sets in line with club philosophy and game model, preparing pre and post-match highlights for upcoming opponents, as well as assisting in research into the ongoing advancement of video and data analysis techniques and processes. The Performance Analyst will report to the Technical Director.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

Filming, Archiving, Analyzing all training Sessions
Film & Live tag all home matches in line with game model
Provide statistic breakdown of match data in line with game model
Develop current internal match metrics into performance insights in line with game model
Develop player profiles using statistic techniques in line with club game model
Assist in the delivery of individual, unit and team based analysis sessions as requested by the Coaches.
Contribute to projects and reports specific to the Performance analysis department.
Working in collaboration with other performance staff in centralizing all performance data and creating daily reports.
Research new technology and process enhancements, as appropriate.

Qualifications:

Knowledge & experience in soccer, specifically Major League Soccer
Minority candidates are encouraged to apply
Familiar with video capture processes and industry standard video editing software
A relationship builder, presenter and communicator
An adaptable mindset, to produce insights for the needs of the coaching staff
Experience of managing large data sets, and producing high-quality data insights and visualizations for end-users.
Familiarity with raw data such as Opta F24 , Tracab, Second Spectrum
Technical knowledge in programming languages such as R, Python would be advantageous.

Please submit cover letter and resume by Wednesday 10th April, 2019

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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