Event Technician

Honda Center; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 67,502; Full time

Job summary

Honda Center in Orange County is seeking an Event Technician to support live sports and entertainment broadcasts, operating in the control room and in‑arena environments.

You will work across roles from Control Room Director to Camera Operator, assist with rehearsals, promotions, and event timing, and coordinate with teams to execute opening introductions and in‑game elements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a live broadcast or live sports environment, TV/Film production, live event management, or related field.
• Knowledge of specific equipment and control systems listed.
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to cross-train into additional positions when possible.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on support for live sporting events, including Daktronics ribbons and scoreboard, audio booth, broadcast control room, IPTV system, and stage manager duties.
• Assist the Entertainment Department with planning and execution of live promotions, events, and activities.
• Participate in rehearsals (sound check, device checks, camera setup, playlist/scripts review, pre‑game checks).
• Coordinate with contestants, Ducks Power Players, Ice Crew, staff, hosts, mascots, promotional teams, and additional talent for proper execution of all live elements.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Ikegami HDK-95C

Ross Acuity 3

Ross Xpression

Ross Inception

Evertz DreamCatcher

Daktronics Show Control

Yamaha CL5

Job description

A great experience starts with you! Join our team to help create and develop the future of live entertainment and sports in Orange County.

Job Title: Event Technician

Pay Details: Starting hourly rate $24.00 per hour. Pay range $24.00–$49.00.

Location & Role Overview: The position is primarily part of the live event presentation crew at Honda Center in the broadcast/control room and in‑arena environments focusing on hockey, basketball, and other live events. The Event Tech will work at least one or more of the following positions: Control Room Director, Technical Director (Ross Switcher), Camera Operator, Camera Shader, CG – Ross Xpression, Daktronics Show Control, Ross Inception/Tagboard, Evertz DreamCatcher Audio – Yamaha CL5 Board Operator/QSC/MADI/Dante/Riedel Comm, Control Room Utility/Media Manager/Triple Play-IPTV, Hockey Statistics Production Assistant, ENG Camera Op/Producer, Stage Manager, Video Editor, Motion Graphics Designer.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on support for live sporting events, including Daktronics ribbons and scoreboard, audio booth, broadcast control room, Triple Play’s IPTV system, and stage manager duties.
• Assist the Entertainment Department with planning and execution of live promotions, events, and activities.
• Participate in rehearsals (sound check, communication device check, camera set‑up, playlist/scripts review, and all pre‑game checks).
• Coordinate with contestants, Ducks Power Players, Ice Crew, staff, hosts, mascots, promotional teams, and additional talent for proper execution of all live elements, including opening introductions, in‑game promotions, intermission activities, ceremonies, color guard, and additional performers.

Qualifications & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a live broadcast or live sports environment, TV/Film production, live event management, or related field.
• Knowledge of one or more of the following: Ikegami HDK‑95C cameras, Ross Acuity 3, Ross Xpression, Ross Inception, Evertz DreamCatcher, Daktronics Show Control & Venus 7000, Yamaha CL5 audio board, and Triple Play.
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willing and able to learn additional positions and cross‑train when possible.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented and creative environment.
• Work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays as required.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

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