Associate Producer

Company Overview:

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 16 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR consists of three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR Xfinity Series™, and NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series™), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour), one local grassroots series and three international series. The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, Americrown Service and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in eight cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races in more than 30 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Europe. For more information visit www.NASCAR.com and www.IMSA.com, and follow NASCAR on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat (‘NASCAR’).

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Associate Producer (Live Events) creates, produces and edits a variety of video products for use in television and digital broadcasts of live and post-produced events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Use talent, skill and knowledge of best practice to produce and edit short-form materials in a live and quick turnaround environment using new and archived materials.
  • Use talent and skill to create a compelling story using visual and sound elements that enhance the final product Manage creative process with internal and external clients to enhance and broaden the final product
  • Utilize storytelling concepts and processes to engage the audience and create memorable content
  • Develop simple concepts into creative material
  • Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders Research, write and provide ideas for future content
  • Manage projects independently with minimal supervision
  • Write and/or edit scripts to meet production requirements
  • Direct the work of Production Assistants during events and/or shows
  • Work with project managers, producers and post-production to understand relevant costs and workflows
  • Plan and perform video post-production tasks including reviewing footage, making editorial decisions, logging, rough cuts, making audio adjustments, making color correction, creating graphics, and
  • finalizing editing
  • Coordinates various aspects of production such as audio work, music, camera shots, and script writing
  • Travel: 50%, including weekends

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or university and a minimum of four (4) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in sports media, preferably in digital/social media video production.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficient on company provided hardware and software, including Microsoft Office Suite. Highly skilled in non-linear editing software such as Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro. Skilled in post-production graphic and edit tools such After Effects and Color Correction.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Excellent organization, communication, and time management skills
  • Able to react quickly and positively in a wide variety of production situations
  • Able to manage multiple projects at the same time with little direct supervision
  • Able to work a flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet deadlines Able to provide and accept feedback without compromising creativity or quality
  • Highly skilled in non-linear editing (Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro) Strong writing skills
  • Ability to operate HD video cameras preferred but not required
  • Well versed in post-production graphic and edit tools (After Effects and Color Correction)

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

  • Knowledge of auto racing, including current drivers, rules and events
  • Working knowledge of footage libraries, music software systems and file based workflows
  • Understanding of the various formats, deliverables and materials used in current production Understanding of sports production and client specific video projects

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Learn more about this role and our team by applying at www.careers.nascar.com for consideration.

We are a company unlike any other. At NASCAR, you will find a community of diverse individuals respectful of our history, with an eye towards the future. We want you to bring your experience, skills and passion to our close-knit, high-energy environment in which our employees thrive and where you can prosper. We know the key to our success is our employees and we offer highly competitive salaries, a solid benefits package focused on wellness, and opportunities for you to grow and develop both personally and professionally. It won’t take you long to find out that you are on the right track here at NASCAR!

NASCAR is committed to fostering a diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. NASCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). We seek to attract and retain the best qualified people available. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any basis that is protected by applicable law except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.