Production Assistant

GO BEYOND THE IVY

Our business is a team sport built on creating and delivering memorable experiences around Cubs baseball and other live events.

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JOB TITLE: Production Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Marketing, Cubs Productions

ORGANIZATION: Chicago Cubs

REPORTS TO: Director, Live Production & Entertainment

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt

COMPENSATION:  New associate pay rate $22.00-23.00 per hour USD

BEING PART OF THE TEAM

Our business is a team sport that began on a field with baseballs and bats and has evolved into one of the most recognizable brands in sports and entertainment through Cubs baseball and live events. Our success is driven by our people, who work to create and inspire change in an engaging, collaborative and inclusive environment. As a team, we continue to build a culture on and off the field that delivers unforgettable experiences for one another, our fans and community. In support of that effort, we expect associates to work primarily in our office. Are you ready to be part of it?

OUR STORY

THE CHICAGO CUBS FRANCHISE The Chicago Cubs franchise, a charter member of Major League Baseball’s National League since 1876, has won the National League pennant 17 times and was the first team to win back-to-back World Series titles in the 1907 and 1908 seasons. In 2016, the Chicago Cubs made history again when the team won its first World Series in 108 years, ending the longest championship drought in North American sports. Known for its ivy-covered outfield walls, hand-operated scoreboard and famous Marquee, iconic Wrigley Field has been the home of the Chicago Cubs since 1916 and is the second oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball. In 2009, the Ricketts family assumed ownership of the Chicago Cubs and established three main goals for the organization: Win the World Series, Preserve and Improve Wrigley Field, and Be a Good Neighbor.

HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE:

The Production Assistant will help support all aspects of game day video board operations and occasionally support our Cubs Productions team outside of game days.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Perform various production duties as assigned, including but not limited to:
  • Support camera operators on location and on game days
  • Logging video clips
  • Research statistics
  • Edit highlights and event recaps
  • Basic audio mixing
  • Clip playback for video board
  • Occasional shooting and editing special events around Wrigley Field and Chicagoland area
  • Occasional administrative duties
  • Assist with graphic projects, including but not limited to headshots and updating templates
  • Assisting with larger projects
• Assist the control room staff with production elements on game days as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects and Photoshop
• Familiarity with cinema style cameras, preferably Sony FS7/FS5
• General knowledge of the Chicago Cubs and the sport of baseball
• Ability to work non-standard hours including nights, weekends, holidays and commit to 30 or more events as need

WHAT SETS YOU APART:

• Strong knowledge of the rules of baseball and how to score games
• Experience working in control room or broadcast truck environment
• Experience operating other cinema style cameras such as Canon C300, Black Magic URSA, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of the Chicago Cubs and its history
• Familiarity with systems used to support video board operations

* This job posting includes the anticipated compensation, which reflects the hourly rate or salary range the Chicago Cubs and its affiliates are considering for this role in the specified location(s) as of the posting date. Where anticipated compensation is a salary range, the actual base salary offered within that range will be reflective of the candidate’s skills and experience.

The Chicago Cubs and its affiliates embrace diversity and are committed to building a team that represents all communities. We hold ourselves accountable to include new and different voices in our organization. Everyone is welcome here, and we celebrate what makes each of us unique.

Response Expectations:

Due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive, we unfortunately may not be able to respond in person to each applicant. However, we can assure you that you will receive an email confirmation when you apply as well as additional email notifications whether you are selected to move forward for the position or not. Please note, we keep all resumes on file and will contact you should we wish to schedule an interview with you.

The Chicago Cubs and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.