Work For The Mets

The Mets are hiring a “Pitch f/x operator” (monster.com)

MLB.com, the Official Site of Major League Baseball, is seeking Operators for its Pitch f/x system for the 2009 season. Pitch f/x tracks every pitched baseball, calculating its trajectory and break, for television broadcast, Internet, stadium video production and organizational data. It is the perfect part-time job for a diligent, responsible employee who also happens to be a big baseball fan.

Responsibilities include:

–          Arrive at the ballpark no later than two hours prior to the scheduled start time;

–          Perform a ready-for-air check with on-site TV production;

–          Double-check and verify both team’s rosters, batting lineups, pitchers, and other pre-game information;

–          Size the strike zone for each batter during the game;

–          Enable and/or disable pitch tracking between innings;

–          Work closely with MLB stats personnel to troubleshoot the system and ensure accuracy of data;

–          Provide detailed post-game reporting and recaps.

Qualifications include:

–          Ability to work under pressure and complete tasks in a timely manner;

–          Advanced knowledge of computer hardware, software and TV production;

–          Excellent attention to detail;

–          Ability to understand and follow baseball play during a game;

–          Strong communication skills;

–          Reliable transportation and cell phone.