Manager Remote Operations

PGA TOUR, Inc; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life & Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

TPC Sawgrass membership

Job summary

PGA TOUR, Inc. is seeking a production logistics lead based in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. Responsibilities include booking vendors, scheduling crew and facilities, and managing budgets with Accounting to ensure timely client billing.

You will oversee operations from start to finish, coordinate with PGA TOUR Broadcasting and Tournament Business Affairs, and travel as needed to manage productions at events. A bachelor’s degree or related experience and 5–7 years in production are required;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or related experience.
• Minimum of five to seven years in the production industry with experience in remote operations.
• Experience in remote television logistics planning, television compounds and execution.
• Experience in project budgeting, crewing, logistics and scheduling for studio and remote operations.
• Sports background preferred.
• Experience with operational requirements and logistics related to golf.
• Must have experience with various camera, audio, grip and lighting equipment for live remote, commercial and ENG shoots.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Excel or equivalent Windows based software.
• Knowledge of SAP Concur software as well
• Available nights and weekends; extensive travel required throughout the year to manage and oversee all productions, independent contractors and vendor operations at assigned events
• CPR/AED and Lithium-Ion Small Batteries (shipping) certified.
• PGA TOUR, Inc. will provide certifications if needed or if a current certification is expire

Responsibilities

• Responsible for identifying, contacting and booking facilities and equipment for each assigned project or live remote production.
• Negotiate and work directly with hotel sales teams on contracts and see through that room blocks are accurate, create rooming lists in a timely fashion and that the billing is correct per individual contract.
• Book airfare and auto rentals for both in-studio and on-site crew and also reconcile expenses to the show through Concur.
• Advance setup and on-site management for remote productions including logistics for equipment and office trailer/furniture delivery and setup.
• Coordinate with PGA TOUR Broadcasting and Tournament Business Affairs, Tournament Directors/Operations personnel and network partners to ensure on-site integration is to plan.
• Negotiate with major equipment and service vendors; broadcast network/partners included.
• Arrange for media credentials, parking passes, golf carts, office trailers, equipment, phone lines, etc.
• Generate and distribute production books and communicate pertinent shoot information to crew, vendors and staff.
• Work with assigned Tech Manager(s) leading up to and throughout the entire production to ensure all needs are met for both PGA TOUR Entertainment and all International partners.
• Lead review and approval for all production crew, vendors and equipment invoices once the job has been completed.
• Reconcile actual expenses and update budget spreadsheets for Accounting Department.
• Work with various persons to ensure the projects best results.
• Develop and encourage staff to pursue new tasks and challenges related to overall departmental goals and objectives.
• Contribute to departmental operations, including staffing, budget management/ cost containment, and internal communication.
• Special projects or other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production scheduling

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Remote operations

Crew logistics

Microsoft Office

SAP Concur

Education

Bachelor's degree or related experience

Tools

SAP Concur

Job description

The Best Players Need the Best People. Responsibilities include the booking and scheduling of vendors, crew and technical facilities for a variety of projects with a focus on assigned live remote productions. Determine requirements for each job and facilitate as needed, oversee from beginning to end with all parties, managing all operational aspects of each project to guarantee they are managed appropriately. Work directly with the Accounting Department on projected budgets and reconcile project expenses to ensure client billing is timely and accurate.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or related experience
• Minimum of five to seven years in the production industry with experience in remote operations
• Experience in remote television logistics planning, television compounds and execution
• Experience in project budgeting, crewing, logistics and scheduling for studio and remote operations
• Sports background preferred.
• Experience with operational requirements and logistics related to golf
• Must have experience with various camera, audio, grip and lighting equipment for live remote, commercial and ENG shoots
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Excel or equivalent Windows based software.
• Knowledge of SAP Concur software as well
• Available nights and weekends; extensive travel required throughout the year to manage and oversee all productions, independent contractors and vendor operations at assigned events
• CPR/AED and Lithium-Ion Small Batteries (shipping) certified.
• PGA TOUR, Inc. will provide certifications if needed or if a current certification is expire

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Responsible for identifying, contacting and booking facilities and equipment for each assigned project or live remote production Negotiate and work directly with hotel sales teams on contracts and see through that room blocks are accurate, create rooming lists in a timely fashion and that the billing is correct per individual contract Book airfare and auto rentals for both in-studio and on-site crew and also reconcile expenses to the show through Concur Adhere to the budget parameters during all phases of the project Advance setup and on-site management for remote productions including logistics for equipment and office trailer/furniture delivery and setup Coordinate with PGA TOUR Broadcasting and Tournament Business Affairs, Tournament Directors/Operations personnel and network partners to ensure on-site integration is to plan Negotiate with major equipment and service vendors; broadcast network/partners included Arrange for media credentials, parking passes, golf carts, office trailers, equipment, phone lines, etc Generate and distribute production books and communicate pertinent shoot information to crew, vendors and staff Work with assigned Tech Manager(s) leading up to and throughout the entire production to ensure all needs are met for both PGA TOUR Entertainment and all International partners Lead review and approval for all production crew, vendors and equipment invoices once the job has been completed Reconcile actual expenses and update budget spreadsheets for Accounting Department Work with various persons to ensure the projects best results Develop and encourage staff to pursue new tasks and challenges related to overall departmental goals and objectives Contribute to departmental operations, including staffing, budget management/ cost containment, and internal communication Special projects or other duties as assigned

When most people think of the PGA TOUR, they envision famous golfers, exciting tournaments, and the TOUR’s generous support of more than 3,000 charities. We are all of these things, but there’s much more to the PGA TOUR than meets the eye. Behind the TOUR’s international reputation for sports excellence and philanthropic leadership is a dedicated team of business, sports management and entertainment professionals working together to support our players and advance our mission. Headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., we’re a dynamic group of individuals with diverse talents who share a deep respect for the sport of golf and the positive impact it has in communities across the United States and internationally. If your goals include being part of an exciting team that emphasizes professional development and the personal satisfaction of contributing to important causes, we encourage you to explore the many advantages and benefits of a career with the TOUR. Our benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) plus employer match and contribution
• Health Savings Account/Medical and Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Membership to TPC Sawgrass

EOE The TOUR is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, color, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform services member status, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression or any other classification or differences protected by applicable law.