Live Production Operations Specialist

Why This Role Matters The Washington Post is looking for a Production Lead to manage and oversee the production and A/V for our Live Center, used for internal and public‑facing events. Live Center Operations & Production Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the Live Center, including control room, studio, and supporting production spaces. Manage Live Center scheduling, availability, and use‑case coordination across internal teams and stakeholders. Assess technical and operational requirements for events and determine appropriate production support, staffing, and equipment needs. Maintain readiness, organization, and maintenance schedules for all production and A/V systems. Serve as the primary operational lead for live and hybrid event execution within the space. Event Planning & Logistics Partner with Events, Facilities, Security, and Building Operations teams to coordinate event logistics including loading dock access, room configurations, power needs, security procedures, and venue readiness. Develop and maintain production floor plans, technical layouts, and operational documentation for events. Coordinate vendor and freelance crew access, scheduling, and onsite logistics. Support budget planning and tracking for event production expenses, rentals, staffing, and technical enhancements. Technical Oversight Provide technical oversight for live broadcasts, recordings, livestreams, and hybrid productions utilizing systems such as NewTek TriCaster, PTZ cameras, audio consoles, LED displays, and routing systems. Ensure all broadcast, streaming, and recording systems are tested and operational prior to events. Troubleshoot production and A/V issues in real time during live events. Fill production roles as needed during events, including A1, A2, V1, V2, PTZ operator, or technical director support. Vendor & Stakeholder Management Manage relationships with external A/V vendors, integrators, freelancers, and production partners. Consult with internal stakeholders and executives to recommend production approaches, technical enhancements, and operational improvements. Develop workflows and best practices that improve efficiency, scalability, and overall event quality. Skills & Experiences 5+ years of experience overseeing live A/V production responsibilities. Understanding of live event technical gear, broadcast signal flow, live streaming and encoding. 5+ years of live production experience in a specialized role. 2+ years managing vendor relationships and contracts. Good working knowledge of current A/V standards and equipment such as HDMI, HDCP, Dolby Atmos, Dante, NewTek Tri-Casters, and familiarity with NDI Tools. Understanding of streaming and recording digital formats. Experience using Crestron and Evertz Routers a plus. Strong analytical and proven technical problem‑solving skills. Network understanding including IP camera technologies. Natural curiosity to learn about business and provide insight into new opportunities for innovation and improvement. Ability to problem‑solve in fast‑paced and high‑pressure situations. Ability to work alone and in a collaborative environment. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, based on event schedules. Good communication and time‑management skills. Benefits Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Company‑paid pension and 401(k) match. Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave. Nine paid holidays and two personal days. Twenty weeks paid parental leave for any new parent. Robust mental health resources. Backup care and caregiver concierge services. Gender‑affirming services. Pet insurance. Free Post digital subscription. Leadership and career development programs. Compensation Salary range: $85,100 - $127,700 annually. Actual salary within this range depends on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. The position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program. Bonus payment terms will be discussed during the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Washington Post