Summer 2020: Technical Production Intern

Requisition Number: 160235

Position Title: Intern General

External Description:

EA is seeking Technical Production Assistant Intern to assist in operation of EA’s new broadcast center at the EA Headquarters in Redwood Shores. You possess exceptional drive and work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills and a brilliant technical mind.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with all departments to help satisfy engineering needs of the broadcast facility
• Support technical setup and operation of video cameras, switching and routing systems, audio mixers, video and audio monitors, video servers, lighting and other associated equipment
• Prepare and maintain audio / video equipment for use during show
• Setup, distribute and collect equipment for production crew
• Perform other duties
• Partner with and work under the direction of the Sr. Technical Production Manager

Basic Technical Knowledge Required:

• Broadcast facility infrastructure and technology
• Comprehension of audio and video standards, signal flow and troubleshooting procedures
• Various types of audio/video signal flow (analogue XLR/TX, AES/EBU, SMPTE, Dante, AEX67, Fiber, SDI, etc.)
• Understanding of power over cables (dry, wet, phantom power/48V, PoE)
• Timecode and multiple sync types
• Digital routing switchers and control systems, preferably Evertz & Ross Video
• Video switchers/mixers, preferably Ross Video
• Distribution Amplifiers, Audio/Data dis/embedders, Frame Synchronizers, Converters/Scalers, Closed-caption encoders
• Basic computer networking skills and troubleshooting // Terminal commands, Telnet, FTP
• Computer formats such as HDMI/DVI/VGA/DisplayPort
• Cable termination include BNC XLR, TS, RJ-45 & Cable Management

Requirements:

• Enrolled student in a bachelors or masters program in the summer of 2020, slated to graduate between fall of 2020 and spring of 2021
• Passion for gaming, broadcast and live production
• Knowledge of broadcast operations and equipment
• Ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies
• Hands-on knowledge of analog/digital/wireless signals
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of people
• Professionalism and ability to be helpful and maintain composure under pressure

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Community / Marketing Title: Summer 2020: Technical Production Intern

Company Profile:

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 21

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EEO Employer Verbiage:

About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.