Technical Production Engineer II

Vinik Sports Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinik Sports Group is seeking a Technical Production Engineer II to lead AV operations for Benchmark International Arena and Sparkman Wharf. You will troubleshoot advanced AV systems, drive medium-sized events, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver seamless event production.

The role requires 6+ years in live event production engineering, CTS certification (or within 1 year), and proficiency in QSYS Level 2, QSYS Control 101, and Dante Level 2.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of live event production engineering experience.
• CTS certification required or obtained within 1 year.
• QSYS Level 2 and prerequisites.
• QSYS Control 101.
• Dante Level 2 and prerequisites.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced live event environment.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Advanced operation and troubleshooting of AV needs for events.
• Lead AV execution for medium-sized events at VSG venues.
• Support show production with internal and external teams.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and integrators.
• Lead small/medium projects.
• Collaborate cross-departmentally to provide a world-class technology experience.
• Represent VSG at industry events and conferences.

Skills

Live event production engineering

Customer service mindset

Strong communication

Education

CTS

Tools

QSYS Level 2

QSYS Control 101

Dante Level 2

Job description

Job SummaryThe Technical Production Engineer II is responsible for leading and supporting audiovisual engineering and event production operations across VSG venues, including Benchmark International Arena. The Technical Production Engineer II is responsible for balancing highly advanced level event execution with ongoing system upkeep, documentation, and project work.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesAdvanced operation and troubleshooting of AV needs for events at Benchmark International Arena and Sparkman Wharf (as needed)Lead AV execution for medium-sized events at VSG venuesSupport show production with internal and external production teamsMaintain relationships with vendors and integratorsLead small/medium projectsCollaborate cross-departmentally to ensure VSG meets our goal to provide a World Class + technology experience for all our clients, internal and externalMaintain high-level understanding of industry trends and emerging technologiesRepresent VSG at industry events, conferences, and presentationsOther duties as assignedGame/Event ResponsibilitiesGame/Event Night responsibilities: YesApproximate number of events worked per year: 60+Qualifications6 + years of Live Event Production Engineering experienceCTS required or obtained within 1 yearQSYS Level 2 and prerequisitesQSYS Control 101Dante Level 2 and prerequisitesAbility to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the event calendar.Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced live event environment.Strong communication skills and a customer service mindset.Working ConditionsAbility to work efficiently and effectively in an office and arena environment that can be exciting, loud, and distracting.Ability to lift/carry/move up to 50 lbs.Ability to stand for extended periods, walk long distances, and climb stairs and ladders as needed.Ability to work in cold/hot indoor and outdoor temperatures.Ability to work comfortably around special effects (haze, strobe lights, lasers, etc.) when present.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.