Broadcast Operations Manager, INDYCAR Events

Penske Entertainment (IMS, INDYCAR, IMS Productions); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

On-site fitness

Wellness programs

Meal discounts

Job summary

Penske Entertainment in Indianapolis is seeking an experienced broadcast operations professional to support INDYCAR broadcasts. You’ll own on-site logistics, coordinate across departments, and drive energy and innovation in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires 3–5 years in broadcast ops, comfort with heavy equipment, strong communication, and leadership of seasonal crews. Travel to sanctioned events is required, along with a commitment to excellence and diversity.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in broadcast operations.
• Experience with live sports broadcasts.
• Experience with heavy equipment (i.e. scissor lift, booms, forklifts).
• Ability to weather adversity with graciousness while attending to the longer‑term goals.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• A proactive, flexible mindset and commitment to excellence.
• Passion for creating memorable experiences.
• Cultural competence and the ability to thrive in a diverse environment.
• Alignment with Penske Entertainment’s core values and standards.

Responsibilities

• Create camera lists and maps for each INDYCAR on FOX broadcast.
• Lay out TV compounds for each INDYCAR venue.
• Act as a liaison between INDYCAR and FOX Sports to ensure broadcast needs are met.
• Secure quotes and order rental equipment or services from vendors.
• Submit purchase order requests before signing any 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

Gracious under pressure

Communication

Collaboration

Proactive mindset

Excellence

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Values alignment

Education

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

Job description

Penske Entertainment in Indianapolis is seeking an experienced broadcast operations professional to support INDYCAR broadcasts. You’ll own on-site logistics, coordinate across departments, and drive energy and innovation in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires 3–5 years in broadcast ops, comfort with heavy equipment, strong communication, and leadership of seasonal crews. Travel to sanctioned events is required, along with a commitment to excellence and diversity.