Live Broadcast Operations Lead – IndyCar Events

Indycar; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance

On-site fitness and wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Penske Entertainment, based in Indianapolis, is seeking a seasoned Broadcast Operations professional to lead IndyCar broadcasts. You’ll own camera lists, venue layouts, vendor coordination, and day-to-day onsite operations across events.

You’ll collaborate with IndyCar and FOX Sports, manage equipment, quotes, and POs, and supervise seasonal crew. Travel to sanctioned events is required; strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of 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.
• Proactive, flexible mindset and commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Create camera lists and maps for each INDYCAR on FOX broadcast.
• Layout TV compounds for each IndyCar venue.
• Liaise between IndyCar and FOX Sports for broadcast needs.
• Secure quotes and order rental equipment or services from vendors.
• Submit POs prior to signing rental agreements.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Live sports broadcasts

Heavy equipment operation

Communication

Collaboration

Proactive mindset

Memorable experiences

Diversity & inclusion

Core values alignment

Education

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

Job description

Penske Entertainment, based in Indianapolis, is seeking a seasoned Broadcast Operations professional to lead IndyCar broadcasts. You’ll own camera lists, venue layouts, vendor coordination, and day-to-day onsite operations across events.

You’ll collaborate with IndyCar and FOX Sports, manage equipment, quotes, and POs, and supervise seasonal crew. Travel to sanctioned events is required; strong communication and leadership are essential.