Digital Media Producer Job at IndyCar in Indianapolis

POSITION TITLE: Digital Media Producer

DEPARTMENT: Content

REPORTS TO: VP - Production

POSITION LOCATION: Indianapolis, IN

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

WORKER CATEGORY: Full-time

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Penske Entertainment is a leading provider of world-class sports and entertainment. The organization consists of three prominent entities:

• Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the world’s largest spectator sporting facility and annually hosts the world’s most prestigious auto race: the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
• INDYCAR is the Indianapolis-based governing body for North America's premier open-wheel auto racing series, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and its developmental series, INDY NXT by Firestone.
• IMS Productions is a multifaceted broadcast and multimedia division that helps bring INDYCAR and IMS events to life for global audiences.

The Penske Entertainment experience is fast-paced, diverse and impactful. Through its business units, the organization reaches audiences on an international scale, focused on delivering exceptional experience from start to finish. Employees of Penske Entertainment are challenged daily in a demanding, yet rewarding environment that is best suited for dedicated professionals who want to reach their ultimate potential amid the excitement, tradition, and pageantry of the World’s Greatest Race Course and the premier open-wheel racing series.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Digital Media Producer will create innovative, high-quality content as assigned, but chiefly for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and NTT INDYCAR SERIES and their related social media channels. The position requires a skill set able to shoot and edit content for both quick turn and long-term timelines using music, graphics, and effects optimized for social media output and consumption.

The position reports to the Vice President, Production and will contribute to the overall Indianapolis Motor Speedway and NTT INDYCAR SERIES digital strategy and content plans, working in partnership with other members of the Content Department.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Complete projects – shoots, edits, etc. as assigned and delivered against directed timelines. Most projects will be related to INDYCAR and Indianapolis Motor Speedway social outlets.
• Build relationships with Content Department colleagues to learn, collaborate and ensure best in class execution of all video/digital content.
• Work closely with colleagues in various internal PR, Marketing, and Social departments when completing projects they are involved in.
• Register, tag, and archive all content captured in our digital/footage archive systems.
• Execute additional video and graphics projects as assigned by department leadership.
• Continue to advance skill sets and utilize evolving programs, tools, and other sources to improve abilities across editing and videography platforms.
• Travel as needed for various projects, including most of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES races and other off-site shoots, appearances and events as defined by department leadership.
• Enthusiasm for and commitment to the company and the Vision, Mission and Values.

QUALIFICATIONS

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Education

Degree in Media Production or equivalent experience

Skills/Experience

• 2 years’ minimum experience in sports related video production.
• Advanced knowledge in AVID (or similar) edit systems.
• Advanced understanding of various camera systems and shooting.
• Advanced knowledge in graphics (motion & still) and the Adobe Suite.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, multi-tasking, ability to manage change and balance evolving priorities.
• Ability to work in a high-paced environment and on short deadlines.
• Committed to producing high-quality content.
• High integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong people skills.
• Innovative thinker and self-starter.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficiency in establishing priorities and managing details.
• Commitment to working with people from diverse backgrounds and commitment to cultural competency.
• Ability to uphold and consistently demonstrate the Penske Entertainment Standards.

Travel/Work Hour/Flexibility

• General office hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm.
• This job requires travel to NTT INDYCAR SERIES and working Indianapolis Motor Speedway events. When not traveling, there may be weekend and holiday work when race events are held.
• Longer hours and weekends required for the Month of May and other major racing events.
• Penske Entertainment acknowledges that the need for flexibility varies across all companies/departments and is not best addressed by a one size fits all flexible work policy. As such, the company encourages supervisors to work with their employees to leverage flexibility as needed to support a healthy balance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.
• May require long periods of time on feet, walking long distances at racetracks, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This role requires the candidate to work in both an office setting, but also outdoors at race events and other functions.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

Full-time employees enjoy a very competitive benefit package. Benefits include: Medical (including tax-advantaged Health Savings Account), Dental, Vision, 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%, Paid Vacation, Personal & Sick Days, 12 Paid Holidays, Company Paid Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Tuition Assistance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Generous Paid Parental Leave, On-site Workout Facility, and more.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Penske Entertainment provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or events.

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