Full-Time

Football Officiating Operator

Posted on 9/9/2024

Second Spectrum

Second Spectrum

51-200 employees

Sports analytics and data tracking solutions

AI & Machine Learning
Entertainment

Entry, Junior

London, UK

Category
Data Management
Data Analysis
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Extreme attentiveness.
  • Background working with football refereeing terms or ideally, as a referee.
  • Knowledge and experience with definitional football terms.
  • Proactively communicative.
  • A strong tolerance for repetitive tasks.
  • Prior experience making time-critical judgment calls regarding live data processing, and engineering support.
  • Enforcement of self-accountability and the performance of a large team.
Responsibilities
  • Work with the operations team according to the flow of live play and the system.
  • Master and have complete command over the entire system and processes.
  • Analyse live tracks, validate markings, and provide QA as necessary for all system events.
  • Aptly available to work on Second Spectrum game operations duties such as tracking and data delivery.

Second Spectrum specializes in sports analytics and data tracking, serving as the Official Tracking Provider for major sports leagues like the NBA, Premier League, and MLS. The company uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to analyze game data, providing insights that help coaches, analysts, and teams make informed decisions. Their technology allows for the creation of personalized and interactive content, enhancing the viewing experience for fans and engaging media companies. Unlike many competitors, Second Spectrum has exclusive partnerships with top sports leagues, ensuring a consistent revenue stream through long-term contracts and subscription services. The goal of Second Spectrum is to improve the way sports data is utilized, making it accessible and actionable for all stakeholders in the sports industry.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$19.6M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2013

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for real-time sports analytics aligns with Second Spectrum's offerings.
  • The rise of personalized fan experiences boosts demand for advanced data analytics.
  • 5G technology expansion enhances Second Spectrum's real-time analytics and content delivery.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Genius Sports may lead to strategic misalignments.
  • Cross-border management challenges may arise with PlayfulVision Sarl integration.
  • Reliance on long-term contracts with leagues poses a risk if they switch providers.

What makes Second Spectrum unique

  • Second Spectrum is the official tracking provider for NBA, Premier League, and MLS.
  • The company offers AI-driven sports analytics and interactive content solutions.
  • Second Spectrum's technology enables personalized and augmented sports content for fans and media.

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