Football Technology Operations Assistant

Hawk-Eye Innovations; Napoli; In loco; EUR 10.000 - 30.000; Part-time

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A leading sports technology company is seeking a Football Technology Operations Assistant for a part-time freelance role. This position involves responsibilities during match days including setting up technology systems and ensuring smooth operations. Ideal candidates should possess excellent organizational skills and have a good understanding of football. Join the team to gain invaluable experience in the sports technology field!

Competenze

• Bright and enterprising with excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, responsible attitude and ability to work on your own initiative.
• Comfortable working in English (reading, writing and speaking).

Mansioni

• Working with the Electronic Performance and Tracking Systems Team Lead to set up EPTS.
• Conducting pre-match checks of the systems in accordance with standard procedures.
• Monitoring and operating the system during the match.

Conoscenze

Organizational and analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management skills

Good communication

Ability to work in high pressure environments

Proactive attitude

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Overview

Football Technology Operations Assistant | Launch Your Career in Sports Technology | Freelance, Part-Time, Onsite at Stadiums in Napoli

Location and Employment Details

• Location: On-site at stadiums in your region with travel across Italy and Europe possible
• Contract: Freelance, Part-Time
• Start Date: Immediate
• Salary: Day rate starts from EURO 130 plus VAT and legal charges

What the Job Is All About

We are recruiting Football Technology Operations Assistant roles within our expanding operations in the Serie A and Serie B. There may be opportunities to work across tournaments such as the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sports technology as part of a dedicated and dynamic team.

• Working day expectations:
• Match Day ->

Arrival up to 7 hours pre-Kick Off

• Match Day ->

End of day up to 2 hours post game completion

• There are also varied needs during the setup day/s which may require the assistants to be present on the day/s before match day.
• The role requires the consultant to be flexible with work hours depending on the needs of the onsite team
• We are looking for committed and passionate people that are willing and able to work throughout the football season. This work is likely to be mostly on the weekend with some midweek fixtures. We will equip you with the technical training, support and full exposure to our systems to perform your match day tasks but also encourage development and progression to help make an impact on what we do. Working as a Football Technology Operations Assistant is a great entry level route into full time employment with Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd. Please attach your CV in English.

What Does a Football Technology Operations Assistant Do?

• It is important to note that Football Technology Operations Assistants have various responsibilities that will depend on the role assigned to them. In most cases, a maximum of two of the listed responsibilities below would be assigned per match:
• Working with the Electronic Performance and Tracking Systems (EPTS) Team Lead to set up EPTS
• Lineup cameras (likely to include working at height, on ladders or on stadium catwalks)
• Coordinate with the EPTS Team Lead to troubleshoot any issues with hardware or software
• Other Responsibilities:
• Contribute as part of the team setting up goal-line and video review systems
• Conducting pre-match checks of the systems in accordance with standard procedures
• Liaising with football officials, stadium / club personnel, match officials and host broadcasters both on-site and remotely
• Monitoring and operating the system during the match
• Organising your logistics for travelling between stadium locations as and when required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• ESSENTIAL :
• Bright and enterprising with excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, responsible attitude and ability to work on your own initiative with minimum supervision
• Time management skills and ability to work in a high pressure, procedural, live broadcast environment
• Ability to liaise with stakeholders in a professional and approachable manner with attention to good communication
• Comfortable working in English (reading, writing and speaking) as you may need to interact with colleagues from other countries
• Able to adapt to flexible working conditions with irregular working hours
• PREFERRED :
• A technical background, ideally in IT or Broadcast
• An interest in sport and/or sports analysis, with a good knowledge of football and the rules of the game
• Experience working with VT / replay technology desirable, or live event / technical production
• Prepared to travel locally and, if required, further afield in Italy
• Driving licence

Make an Impact in the World of Football

• Join our dedicated and dynamic team and help revolutionise the way technology is used in Football! As a Football Technology Operations Assistant, you'll gain invaluable experience and play a crucial role in some of the biggest Football events in Italy.
• Ready to kickstart your career in sports technology? and become a part of our Hawk-Eye team!

About Hawk-Eye Innovations

Hawk-Eye Innovations have been at the forefront of sports officiating and broadcast enhancement technology since 2001. The world’s biggest sporting events trust Hawk-Eye to make the right call when it matters most.

Hawk-Eye’s vision-processing, video replay and creative graphic technologies make sport fairer, safer, more engaging and better informed. Our innovations are constantly changing the face of sports officiating, production, content management, and fan engagement in every sport.

Hawk-Eye Innovations form a key part of the Sony Sports Innovations Group with a shared mission to deliver best-in-class officiating, broadcast and digital solutions to the sports world