Security Officer Life | Brandi Minneapolis Target Center

What is it really like working security at the Minneapolis Target Center?In this episode of the Time We Discuss podcast, S.E. Tschritter shares her real experience working security at the Minneapolis Target Center, home of the Minnesota Timberwolves and one of the busiest entertainment venues in Minnesota.From NBA games and concerts to quiet overnight patrols inside an empty building, this conversation gives a rare behind the scenes look at what a Target Center security job is actually like.S.E. explains how she got the job while in college, what her day to day responsibilities were, and some of the unforgettable moments she experienced while working security inside the Minneapolis Target Center.You will hear stories about:What a security job at the Minneapolis Target Center actually involvesThe difference between building security and event securityBehind the scenes access during major sports and entertainment eventsUnexpected responsibilities security staff handleQuiet patrols through a massive venue after events endInteractions with famous athletes like Michael Jordan and Shaquille O'NealThe skills needed to work security at a major venueWorking security in a large entertainment venue is very different from what many people imagine. Guards are responsible for protecting the building, monitoring activity, assisting with logistics, and helping keep major events running safely and smoothly.If you have ever wondered what it is like working security at the Minneapolis Target Center, this episode provides a fascinating look behind the scenes.This episode is part of the Time We Discuss podcast series where we interview professionals to explore what different jobs are really like. The goal is to help people discover potential careers and better understand the day to day reality of different professions.Listen to more episodes of Time We Discuss to learn about careers you may never have considered before.Timestamp:0:00 - Intro0:41 - Summary working at the Minneapolis Target Center Arena2:01 - Getting the job working event security2:44 - Story 1: Help Need in the Bathroom4:02 - Story 2: What NOT to do as a security officer5:06 - Story 3: Skyway, Vets, and Embarrassment6:18 - Event security training7:25 - Police and security8:28 - Education needed to work security8:57 - Incorporating life into authorship10:03 - Story 4: Fast cars and famous people11:55 - In-house security vs. contracted13:48 - Unexpected perks working security for arenas14:42 - Backstage and expectations16:46 - Leaving security18:37 - Balancing life and writing20:05 - Capturing creative moments20:59 - Prodigal Son book24:57 - Shout out to Mickey Mikkelson25:20- Talent has the floor26:09 - Outro=================================================================Guest Information:S.E. TschritterLove Unedited WebsiteThe Prodigal's Son (Book)Love Letters to Miscarriage Moms (Book)Prayers Against Addiction (Book)Until the Day We Meet Again (Book)She Told THem They Were LovedAlso Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:How to Become a Publicist in 2024 and What Does a Publicist Do?Running a Nonprofit OrganizationSelf-Published AuthorBecoming a Poet with Samantha MineroffOwning an Independent Publishing Company (Susie Schaefer)=================================================================Time We Discuss Links:Official Website: Time We Discuss WebsiteOriginal Music: Original Music furnished by Dan SwiftYouTube: Time We Discuss on YouTubeSpotify: Time We Discuss on SpotifyApple Podcasts: Time We Discuss on Apple PodcastsMore Podcast Platforms: Time We Discuss Podcast on Other PlatformsTwitter/X: Time We Discuss on Twitter/XBluesky: Time We Discuss on BlueskyInstagram: Time We Discuss on InstagramThreads: Time We Discuss on Threads