Broadcast Operations Lead – IndyCar Events

IMS PRODUCTIONS INC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation, personal, and sick days

12 paid holidays

Parental leave and tuition assistance

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Penske Entertainment, located in Indianapolis, IN, seeks a seasoned broadcast operations professional to lead on-site supervision of seasonal crews for INDYCAR broadcasts. You will own planning, organize resources, and oversee broadcast activities across venues, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality production standards.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in broadcast ops, strong collaboration, and proven ability to work in fast-paced event environments.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in broadcast operations.
• Current knowledge of live sports broadcasts.
• Experience with heavy equipment (e.g. scissor lift, booms, forklifts).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Alignment with Penske Entertainment’s core values.

Responsibilities

• Create camera lists and maps for each INDYCAR on FOX broadcast.
• Lay out TV compounds for each INDYCAR venue.
• Liaise between INDYCAR and FOX Sports to meet broadcast needs.
• Secure quotes and order rental equipment or services from vendors.
• Submit purchase order requests before signing rental agreements.
• Receive and place heavy equipment at each racetrack.
• Request broadcast credentials and parking permits for the broadcast team.
• Create catering orders with the IMSP catering vendor.
• Assist with day-to-day on-site broadcast operations at each venue.
• Other duties as assigned by Sr. Director, Broadcast Operations.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Live sports broadcasts

Heavy equipment operation

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Flexibility

Cultural competence

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in communication, broadcasting, or television production

Job description

Penske Entertainment, located in Indianapolis, IN, seeks a seasoned broadcast operations professional to lead on-site supervision of seasonal crews for INDYCAR broadcasts. You will own planning, organize resources, and oversee broadcast activities across venues, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality production standards.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in broadcast ops, strong collaboration, and proven ability to work in fast-paced event environments.