Manager, Event A/V Operations
Company: San Diego Padres
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
DEPARTMENT: Scoreboard Operations REPORTS TO: Director, Event
Production & Video Engineering STATUS: Full-Time; Exempt San Diego
Padres Commitment : The San Diego Padres are committed to creating
a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees. We strive to
create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from
backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age,
disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national
origin. If you are not sure you’re 100% qualified but are up for
the challenge – we want you to apply. We believe skills are
transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way. Your role
as a Manager, Event A/V Operations: You will be primarily
responsible for overseeing audio & video and control room
operations for Petco Park events, including but not limited to,
managing multiple videoboards, LED ribbon boards, audio systems for
concerts, video routing and feeds for ballpark televisions. You
will provide top-level service to both our Petco Park Events team
and our clients, while directing part-time crew during live event
production. All the responsibilities we will trust you with:
Overseeing Event A/V control room operations for Petco Park and
Gallagher Square shows/concerts. Serves as the Technical Director
as needed for the 9 videoboards, 10 LED ribbon boards, and routing
feeds for the ballpark televisions Involved in the planning and set
up for Petco Park event production and Gallagher Square stage
shows, serving as a technical and content lead. May serve as
Technical Director during events, live shows, webcasts, and Padres
games On event day, the main conduit for working directly with the
Petco Park Events and our clients to pre-load graphics and other
videos and A/V elements for the event Manages events for Petco Park
like High School Baseball games, Member batting practices and
corporate events Executes all internal AV requests in the
Auditorium, Clubs & Suites including corporate meetings
Collaborates with the part-time audio crew, providing instruction
for events Ability to operate the Ross Acuity multi-ME video
production switcher, graphics and videos, to execute the highest
level of technical production for Petco Park events and as needed
for the San Diego Padres baseball games. Additionally understanding
of the operation of the Ross Xpression, Dashboard, Evertz
Dreamcatcher, Evertz Routers, video processors, multi-viewers,
clips playback, audio and LED stadium lighting cues in a live
production environment Loads and operates Daktronics show control
for LED ribbons and event production Working knowledge of and
ability to edit in Adobe Premier and After Effects to convert and
customize videos as needed for control room playback Able to
execute third party vendor software using social media computer for
activation Fan polls, social media display, and app interface
Collaborates with the Director of Event Production & Video
Engineering, Audio and Video Engineer, Director of Game
Presentation, Director of Video Production, Director of Scoreboard
Operations, Production and Entertainment staffs to create the
highest level of event and Padres productions Assuming other
responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Event Production &
Video Engineering Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter
most: Proficient computer skills including experience with MS
Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc., and general
knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, laser
printer, telephone, and computer Possess strong communication
skills, both written and verbal, and effectively work well with
others in a collaborative, respectful manner Exceptional time
management and organizational skills with capacity to handle high
volumes of detailed work, multi-task and manage projects on strict
deadlines Maintain professional demeanor with a high degree of
discretion, integrity, and accountability Maintain consistent,
punctual, and reliable attendance You will be required to meet the
following: Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of
employment 4-year Bachelor’s Degree, or education and experience
equivalence Minimum 4 years previous experience in A/V as an A/V
event production manager or technician, either in an entertainment
facility or television station Advanced knowledge of Ross Acuity
switcher, Ross Xpression, Evertz Dream Catcher, live production
room equipment such as Evertz routers and audio systems.
Intermediate experience in Adobe Creative suite for editing High
level of knowledge and experience working in a variety of file
types and conversion codes, as necessary for the execution of
content in the control room Prior history of managing part-time
staff and control room positions Understanding of event production,
LIVE sports broadcasting and knowledge of the game of baseball and
the Padres organization Excellent interpersonal & communication
skills required, strong work ethic, a positive attitude and
leadership qualities. Willingness to proactively research potential
improvements to workflow Fluently bilingual in English/Spanish a
plus Able to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings,
Padres home games evenings, special event days, holidays and
extended hours as needed Minimum physical requirements: able to
travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for
prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and
transport up to 25 pounds As a condition of employment, you must
successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements,
including but not limited to a background check Salary and
additional compensation: Per the California pay transparency law,
the base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000 to
$85,000. As a candidate for this position, your salary and related
elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work
experience, education, job-related skills and any other factors the
San Diego Padres considers relevant to the hiring decision for this
position. In addition to the base salary, the Padres believe in
providing a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits
package for its employees. Benefits include, but are not limited
to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match automatic
company Safe Harbor contribution, Basic Life Insurance (with option
to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance), Pet Insurance, generous
paid time off (PTO) and holiday program, paid employee parking,
onsite barista service, employer provided game tickets to home
games, onsite experiences, ballpark discounts on food and retail,
work from home Fridays (during the off-season and when team is on
the road), smart casual dress code and so much more! All benefits
are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of official
plan documents which may be modified or amended at any given time.
The San Diego Padres are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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