Game Day Tech Lead: Live Event & Broadcast Ops

Minnesota Timberwolves; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Timberwolves seek a Game Day Technology Specialist to lead and operate all game day systems at Target Center and Mayo Clinic Square. You will configure, test, and maintain technology for live events, coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and visiting squads, and provide hands-on support during games and special events.

You will deliver operational excellence, guide staff on technology systems, and manage upgrades and maintenance while balancing venue needs and event schedules.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to support technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong customer service orientation with a commitment to delivering exceptional support.
• Demonstrated experience in information technology, technology operations, or technical support with increasing responsibility.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, problem-solving, and analytical skills for fast-paced environments.
• Working knowledge of LAN/WAN networking, TCP/IP, and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Game Day Technology systems are configured, tested, and compliant with league requirements.
• Lead as primary tech during Timberwolves/Lynx home games and events with rapid issue resolution.
• Support mission-critical game day systems: scoring, timing, replay, statistics, and other tech.
• Coordinate setup, testing, operation, and maintenance of hardware/software for events.
• Provide tech leadership and training to game-night staff and contractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Networking knowledge

Organizational skills

Live-event decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Network cabling

Structured wiring

Broadcast room experience

Job description

The Minnesota Timberwolves seek a Game Day Technology Specialist to lead and operate all game day systems at Target Center and Mayo Clinic Square. You will configure, test, and maintain technology for live events, coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and visiting squads, and provide hands-on support during games and special events.

You will deliver operational excellence, guide staff on technology systems, and manage upgrades and maintenance while balancing venue needs and event schedules.