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Event Photographer - Mesa Marathon
Category: Photography Date: Feb. 8, 2025 Location: Mesa, AZ Hours: 6 Pay: $250 # Positions Available: 10 out of 13 The 13th annual Mesa Marathon is seeking action, event, and landscape photographers for our February 8, 2025 event. Subject to your assigned position photographers will be capturing individual runners as they pass by or promotional and landscape shots of the event as a whole.
Before the race each photographer will be assigned a timeline with a location to shoot on the course. See course map here: https://mesamarathon.com/gmap/1318569
Shifts will be 6 hours long with some starting earlier around 5am and some starting later around 8am.
Photographers must provide their own transportation and camera, we will provide the SD/CF card. Payment will be given at the end of your shift on race day.
If you have worked with Brooksee events in the past you may call out the year and event/location you worked for us to look up your previous images. Those applicants must still provide a portfolio link.
*Applicants without a portfolio or a link to examples of their work will not be considered.
Careers
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Race Timer
Location: Pleasant Grove, UT
Position Type: Full-Time
Are you a dedicated and technically adept person who thrives in fast-paced settings? Join our team at Brooksee, a leader in organizing and managing sporting events.
We are looking for someone who has the skills and motivation to learn our race timing systems. This is a fun and unique position with the opportunity to grow your skill set and be a critical part of a fast-growing company.
Job Responsibilities:
Monitor data inputs and outputs, swiftly identifying and resolving discrepancies or technical issues.
Operate and manage race timing equipment during events to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of results.
Coordinate closely with race directors and other event staff to ensure seamless integration of the timing system with race operations.
Participate in pre-race setup and post-race breakdown of timing equipment, often during early morning hours.
Train and supervise a team of assistant timers or volunteers on race day to ensure efficient operations.
Qualifications:
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Excellent problem-solving abilities for immediate technical issue resolution.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to the dynamic environment of live events.
Professional communication and interpersonal skills for dealing with race directors.
Technical certification or degree in a relevant field is advantageous.
Work Schedule:
This position requires the availability to work weekends, holidays, and early mornings to ensure race setup is completed prior to event start times.
The role is primarily based at our Pleasant Grove office but requires on-site presence at race locations and travel to our events nationwide.
Job Type: Full-time
Please send your resume to jobs@brooksee.com
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Software Engineer
Brooksee is a dynamic entrepreneurial company with a dual focus on technology and running events. We are seeking a software developer for a new project focusing on race timing technology. You will architect and write code for embedded systems, mobile applications, and frontend user interfaces. You will help shape the future of the company as the primary app developer for mobile (iOS and Android) and embedded (Linux/Python/C) devices.
Required Skills:
- C/C++, Java, Python, Flutter/Dart and/or Javascript.
- Linux/Uniux and command line.
- A strong work ethic with ability to complete projects largely on your own.
Bonus Skills (you will likely learn these on the job if you don't know them yet):
- Firmware/Embeded software development
- Signal/Image processing
- AI/ML
This position is open to any level. Brooksee values a strong work ethic and creativity over experience and educational level. You will work on diverse projects with a broad set of requirements and be expected to figure out solutions independently. Competitive salary based on experience. Equity offered with large upside potential.
This position is for full-time, in-person work in Pleasant Grove, UT.
Email resume to jobs@brooksee.com
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Volunteer Coordinator
Brooksee is a fast-growing endurance event company committed to elevating the event experience for endurance athletes. We own and operate the REVEL Race Series, Portland Marathon, Mesa Marathon, and the Las Vegas Marathon.
As the Volunteer Coordinator for Brooksee, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our race events by recruiting, coordinating, and managing volunteers. You will be responsible for sourcing and securing volunteers both as individuals and groups, ensuring that our events run smoothly and efficiently. This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to engage and motivate volunteers to contribute their time and skills to support runners and the overall race experience.
Volunteers are the backbone of our race events and the Volunteer Coordinator position is essential to ensuring volunteer needs are effectively planned for, coordinated, and executed. The Volunteer Coordinator position will be responsible for fulfilling volunteer needs across various segments throughout the race week, including but not limited to race packet assembly, race packet pick up, start and finish line support, aid station support, course marshaling, and event cleanup. The Volunteer Coordinator will also oversee specialty volunteer positions, such as pacers, lead cyclists, and sag vehicle drivers. Applicants should email their resume to jobs@brooksee.com.
Travel to race locations during race weeks is required and includes days leading to and following the race day. Current race calendar is outlined below:
- Mesa, AZ - Mesa Marathon - February 5-9, 2025
- Las Vegas, NV - REVEL Mt Charleston - April 2-6, 2025
- Conway, NH - REVEL White Mountains - April 31-May 5, 2025
- Salt Lake City, UT - REVEL Big Cottonwood - September 10-14, 2025
- Portland, OR - Portland Marathon - October 1-6, 2025
- Las Vegas, NV - Las Vegas Marathon - October 29-November 3, 2025
- Redlands, CA - REVEL Big Bear - November 5-9, 2025
- New Race, New Location - November 12-16, 2025
- New Race, New Location - December 11-14, 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Volunteer Recruitment:
- Develop and implement strategies to recruit volunteers for race running events.
- Utilize various channels such as social media, community organizations, schools, and online platforms to attract volunteers.
- Actively engage with potential volunteers to communicate the benefits of volunteering with our organization.
- Volunteer Coordination:
- Determine and plan volunteer needs based on race week operations and functions.
- Assign roles and responsibilities to volunteers based on their skills, interests, and availability.
- Develop a schedule for volunteer shifts and ensure adequate coverage for all event activities.
- Provide clear instructions and guidance to volunteers regarding their duties and expectations.
- Serve as the main point of contact for volunteers before, during, and after events, addressing any questions or concerns they may have.
- Volunteer Management:
- Maintain a database of volunteers including their contact information, availability, and skills.
- Regularly communicate with volunteers to keep them informed of race day details, position responsibilities, and any training materials or resources.
- Oversee race day volunteer operations, evaluate performance, and provide feedback or implement action plans to improve operational effectiveness.
- Gather feedback from volunteers at the conclusion of the event and determine opportunities for improvement.
- Recognize and appreciate the contributions of volunteers through various forms of acknowledgment and appreciation.
- Group Volunteer Engagement:
- Cultivate relationships with local organizations, schools, corporations, and community groups to recruit volunteer groups.
- Coordinate with group leaders to facilitate their involvement in our events, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all participants.
- Develop tailored opportunities for group volunteering that align with their interests and objectives.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in volunteer coordination or event management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across channels (ie. in-person, online, email, phone).
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (ie. Gmail, Drive, Sheets, Docs, Calendar).
- Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail.
- Strong leadership and group management skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Passion for promoting community engagement and supporting charitable causes.
- Ability to routinely lift, carry, and move materials weighing 50 pounds is preferred.
Location:
- Pleasant Grove, UT with a hybrid work schedule
Compensation
- Negotiable depending on qualifications.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of our race running events while gaining valuable experience in volunteer coordination and event management. If you have a passion for endurance events and the skills to effectively engage and mobilize volunteers, we encourage you to apply!
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