The Editorial Producer will be skilled at the content creation techniques that power leading digital media brands, and responsible for daily content creation and publishing to the World Surf League’s digital platforms. World Surf League digital content will focus on video and multimedia storytelling but will include a variety of content formats including video news, written, photo and illustrative. This role reports directly into the VP, Editorial and is an integral and essential member of the larger WSL Content team. This role will be working out of our Australian office located in Coolangatta.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Work as a key member of the Editorial team to create daily content and maintain a distinct World Surf League voice.
• Identification and development of compelling storylines for core and aspirational fans.
• Write scripts, clear footage and help produce our daily video news product.
• Cover WSL events and program O+O platforms with relevant information before, during and after live competition.
• Produce episodic video packages using content available from the World Surf League library, other contributing video partners and original productions.
• Write compelling headlines, descriptions and articles.
• Create diversified visual assets for content display across digital and social platforms. 
• Work closely with World Surf League’s video production and shared studio operations.
• Create editorial packages to meet marketing and partnership needs.
• Direct efforts within the team to identify and test new, innovative ways to drive program performance and stay informed on the latest digital content innovations.
• Cover the gap in time zones between WSL HQ in Los Angeles and the WSL Australia office.
• Work occasionally during non-traditional hours and on some weekends.

 Qualifications: 

• 5+ years experience as an online content producer, editor or other digital media position within action sports and lifestyle content.
• Well versed in surf culture and insatiable drive for breaking stories.
• Able to operate within web-based content management systems.
• High degree of competence using video editing tools including Adobe Premiere. 
• Comfortable and capable at manipulating image and video files.
• Competent and active in social media.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time – sometimes internationally – while on assignment.
• Able to interpret and respond to analytics.
• Organized and detailed workflow skills are a must.
• Experience working in a live event environment. 
• Comfort working across global time zones.
• Desire to work on diverse projects simultaneously and to shift gears on short notice.
• Deep business experience with related surf/action/adventure sports media experience is critical.

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty
• Entrepreneurial; willingness to work independently with the best business practices in mind
• An exceptional work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Masterful organizational skills
• An enthusiasm for coaching, teaching and the development of people
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational triggers.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.

• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available.

The Facilities at Surf Ranch must be maintained and kept in flawless order at all times. Under the direct supervision of the Surf Ranch Site Operations Manager and the Facilities Supervisor, the Full Time Facilities Technician will be responsible for the overall upkeep and maintenance of Surf Ranch facilities. This position will keep the facilities clean, stocked and sanitized at all locations of Surf Ranch. This position must have a thorough understanding of all facilities which require maintenance and an understanding of the Surf Ranch guest schedule is required so that facilities are maintained with minimal guest disturbance.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Ensure bathroom facilities are clean, stocked, and sanitized.
• Track the maintenance and cleaning schedule so that facilities are not overlooked.
• Clean and wash facility windows on a regular basis.
• Sweep and look over grounds to keep it free of debris.
• Maintain the guest facilities as well as employee facilities in the service yard.
• Maintain and clear shrubbery, tree branches, etc. around various parts of the property. Thorough knowledge of Surf Ranch facilities and locations is necessary.
• Thorough understanding of guest schedule is necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work outdoors and in hot and cold climates
• Attention to detail is important
• Ability to work early mornings and evenings
• Previous facilities and/or maintenance experience required
• Previous experience in landscaping preferred

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional work ethic
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary
• Friendly and positive attitude
• Enjoyment in working autonomously and among a team

About Kelly Slater Wave Company (KSWC)

Kelly Slater Wave Company (KSWC) is an innovative wave technology company. The first company to develop a formula that combines cutting edge science, engineering, and design to create the longest, open-barrel, high-performance wave in existence. The Wave System can mimic the power, speed, and experience found in the best ocean waves. As envisioned by 11-time world champion Kelly Slater, WaveCo was created to evolve the sport of surfing by making it more accessible. The company is creating world-class, high-performance training centers where top athletes can perfect their talent. In addition, the company is looking at development applications for surfers of any level to enjoy the best man-made waves.

Under the direct supervision of Director of Sustaining Engineering, the Maintenance Manager organizes, assigns, and directs all site maintenance, and repairs. This position is responsible for overall site cleanliness as well as Wave System performance and safety. This position is responsible for the direct supervision of all the Maintenance Technicians and the third-party vendors.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Maintain machines and equipment in safe, operating order. Makes repairs as appropriate or determines when vendors should be contacted for servicing. 
• Providing all management duties including hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Managing all maintenance staff to assure the safe operational and working condition of all Wave System equipment.
• Overseeing and facilitating all construction management operations as it pertains to future SR site improvements.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment including, but not limited to programmable logic controllers, power supplies, motor starters, frequency drives, sensors and gauges, and test equipment.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment during machine service.
• Advises operators and mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informs appropriate management and mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for equipment.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Maintains spare parts and materials needed to keep inventory on hand
• Documents and maintains paperwork.
• Leads maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Comply with OSHA Safety, NEC, and, HACCP.
• Develops best practices, processes and training as required.
• Understanding and providing good customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Knowledge and Skills: 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Able to generate, edit and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Systems instrumentation controls troubleshooting & configuration.
• PLC\HMI troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of utilities and power supply circuits and systems. 
• Knowledge with NEC, NFPA 70E/ARC Flash and firm understanding of Ohms Law.
• Ability to generate detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to lead structured problem solving. 
• Excellent organizational and communications skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to achieve high impact in an unstructured environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, train.

Qualifications:

• Four-year Technical degree or equivalent training preferred.
• 15+ years of related experience.

Personal attributes:

• Exceptional work ethic.
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible is essential.
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary.
• Strong team player.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions cold and heat. 
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

About KSWC

Kelly Slater Wave Company (KSWC) is an innovative wave technology company. KSWC is the first company to develop a formula that combines cutting edge science, engineering, and design to create the longest, open-barrel, high-performance wave in existence. The Wave System can mimic the power, speed, and experience found in the best ocean waves. As envisioned by 11-time world champion Kelly Slater, KSWC was created to evolve the sport of surfing by making it more accessible. The company is creating world-class, high-performance training centers where top athletes can perfect their talent. In addition, the company is looking at development applications for surfers of any level to enjoy the best man-made waves.

The Product Designer plays an integral role on our Product team and reports directly into the SVP, Digital. This role outlines the voice of our fans and it will be up to this individual to lead the product team to ensure they are always meeting our user’s expectations and desires. The Designer will be developing solutions across our digital platform. Supporting the needs of our loyal fans, our surfers and the tools and processes we’ve developed to produce and broadcast compelling surf competitions from remote corners of the world.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Be the voice of the customer. Collaborate with engineering to ensure we’re shipping quality experiences that represent the inspirational power of surfing.
• Lead by design. Define problems and goals, conduct user research, develop customer profiles, create user journeys, produce lo-hi fidelity designs and prototypes.
• Collaborate across teams. Consider the product needs of our content teams, event teams, marketing and the fan experience.
• Inspire the team. Influence the company culture to understand why design is important and why the details matter.
• Create compelling user experiences across mobile apps, tv apps and web.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience
• Must be able to prioritize tasks effectively
• Detailed knowledge of workflow within a Product department
• Expert organizational skills and the ability to prioritize, monitor, and manage workload
• Proven experience shipping products or features where you’ve managed the design process, defined tasks and ensured design requirements are achieved.
• Excellent communication skills, as you’ll be expected to plan and lead discussions with product managers, engineers and other teams within the World Surf League.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools like Sketch, InVision, Framer, etc.
• Cross-platform design experience (native, web & connected tv’s).
• An understanding of technical constraints across platforms.
• A passion for designing and using digital products. Got a favorite app? We want to hear about it.
• Conducted research, synthesized findings and executed on the feedback.
• An understanding that tone and voice is important, experience working on product copy is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty
• Passionate about content
• Self-motivated with an exceptional work ethic
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• Incredibly organized and capable of juggling multiple projects simultaneously
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational triggers.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced corporate environment
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V