Job Description
KinaTrax is seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented candidates for part-time seasonal Stringer/Operator positions at select Major League Baseball Clubs and affiliates for the duration of the 2024 season. These individuals will be responsible for operating the KinaTrax system for games primarily in PST and CST time zones, with some potential EST time zone games as well. The number of games varies weekly based on the season schedule. The position will start as soon as possible coinciding with the MLB/affiliate season.
Responsibilities:
- The duties of this role will be fulfilled remotely and require availability at least one hour before first pitch and continue approximately one hour after the final out (Approx. 4-5 hour total shift)
- Responsible for capturing in-game video data on a play-by-play basis using KinaTrax software
- Responsible for monitoring the system, troubleshooting, and logging information during the game
- Responsible for validating all information and uploading the data after the game
- Work closely with our game-night support staff to ensure proper operation and accuracy of data
- Other reasonable and related duties may be assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidate must be motivated, well organized, and detail oriented.
- A firm understanding of baseball is required.
- Candidate must be able to work remotely for games on weeknights and weekends associated with home games.
- Strong computer proficiency (Windows OS and Windows-based software) and the ability to quickly learn and operate new software
- Your own laptop/computer is required with external monitor(s), (multiple or widescreen monitors preferred)
- Strong & stable internet connection (400mbps+ service preferred, direct ethernet connection preferred)
- A "team player" with a great attitude, including but not limited to a willingness to make and learn from mistakes and the ability to work closely and cooperatively (and take direction from) our game-night staff
- Professionalism. It is a fun job and we pay people to watch baseball, but it is also an important job and we want people who will take the responsibility seriously.
Relocation
- Remote, Relocation is not required.
Company Description
- KinaTrax develops a markerless motion capture system that analyzes the 3D movement of a baseball pitcher and hitter in-game. The system is installed in ballparks across the country, and is utilized by professional baseball teams for the purposes of optimizing performance.
Additional Information
- Type: Part-time
- Experience: Entry level
- Functions: Data Capture, Information Technology
- Industries: Markerless Motion Capture, Biomechanics, Baseball Analytics