ABOUT US
The North Carolina Courage, a member of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), is seeking a Live Production Manager to join our team. We hire people who help us work smarter, sharper, and more Courageous and this position plays a key role in shaping the in-stadium experience, bringing our collective work behind-the-scenes to the forefront for our fans each match day.
As a member of our Club, you will contribute to an environment grounded in our Operational Standards: Set the Standard. Own the Results. Lead the Club. We are looking for individuals who embody Integrity, Community, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence in everything they do and who are motivated to elevate the Courage through their work, attitude, and professionalism.
In this role, you will help guide production through equipment expertise and knowledge of best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of broadcast control rooms and staffing to execute event production, hardware and software troubleshooting, and IT principles as they relate to broadcasts. This individual will possess strong communication and organizational skills and be able to work efficiently on short deadlines in high pressure situations, including balancing multiple projects simultaneously.
This role reports to the Director, Live Production and Technology in the Game Day Excellence Department.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Plans, strategizes and leads execution of live sporting event productions for the Courage’s in-venue video boards. Creates overall game presentation ROS, coordinates with internal departments for execution, and leads the ideation of game presentation elements and sponsor deliverables.
- Oversees the production of live events, with responsibilities including show calling, directing, technical directing, and operation of replay and graphics machines.
- Conceptualizes and assists in execution of overall in-venue branding and design. Generates new ideas and concepts to “level-up” the in-game experience for fans and partners. Works together with internal departments in terms of requirements, event schedules, and production needs to meet desired outcomes.
- Works closely with internal and external staff to ensure all sponsorship and marketing content is properly designed, displayed and executed on videoboards accurately and efficiently. Emphasizing attention to detail and adding value.
- Supports oversight of financial budget for daily operations, equipment, staffing and maintenance.
- Coordinates and supervises training and development of full and part-time staff, interns, and freelancers in proper control room and production techniques and best practices.
- Maintains technical knowledge needed to execute broadcasts to the specifications of league and department partners.
- Maintain basic knowledge of networking concepts including management of IP addresses and networking new devices.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast or Media Production, Communications, or a related technology field.
- 3+ years of multimedia experience inclusive of live event and broadcast production.
- Proficient in Ross Video production equipment including Xpression CG and Carbonite Switchers. Proficient in Click Effects Crossfire and Blaze products. Proficient with replay systems such as 3Play, Grass Valley K2 Dyno, and Evertz DreamCatcher.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- 2+ years of experience managing a team, including full-time, part-time, and temporary staff
- 2+ years of experience in a director or producer role
- Proactive problem-solving with the ability to effectively communicate problems and solutions to all experience levels.
OUR VALUES
We hire through the lens of our Club Values:
Integrity – Transparent, trustworthy relationships with our fans and ourselves.
Community – Creating a sense of belonging in a diverse, inclusive environment
Accountability – Responsible for our words, our actions, and our results.
Respect – Regard for treating others with dignity and acceptance.
Excellence - Strive towards greatness in ourselves, club, and community and culture.
Why It’s Better at the Courage
- Comprehensive Health Benefits. Choose between PPO or HSA options because your health matters on and off the pitch.
- Flexible PTO - We trust you to take the time you need to recharge, reset, and perform at your best. It’s simple: do great work, take great breaks.
- Work-From-Anywhere (2x per year) - Whether it’s visiting family or a change of scenery, enjoy the flexibility to work remotely outside the Raleigh area twice a year.
- Hybrid Work – In office work environment with flexibility to work from home for the 2026 season. The perfect balance for productivity and connection.
- 401(k) - Build your future with our 401(k) plan. Enrollment eligibility starts at 3 months.
- Courage Swag - Rep the badge with pride. Staff receive exclusive team apparel and gear throughout the season plus 4 season tickets to share with friends & family.
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.
