Posting Detail Information

Working TitleAssistant Director of Broadcasting and Video Boards

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202401163AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000 -- $51,500

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on07/15/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I- FBS and the Mountain West Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Broadcasting and Video Boards’ primary responsibilities are to assist with live event broadcasting, streams, and in-venue content on a variety of video boards for Colorado State Athletics video production. Individual is responsible for collaborating with internal and external constituency groups to create a best-in-class broadcast and in-venue fan experience, utilizing existing and emerging video technologies, instituting best practices, developing unit workflows, and cultivating fan engagement and affinity through compelling video and digital media content as assigned. Position will directly assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcast and Creative Services as assigned with key focuses on game-day video production for assigned events including the in-venue broadcast as well as streaming.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in video production, communications, marketing, business, management, fine arts or any other field related to duties and responsibilities;

• Minimum of two years of previous experience in video production/digital media content (student, intern, GA, and professional experience applicable)

• Knowledge in the fields of marketing, sales, multimedia and technology

• Excellent oral and written communications skills

• Proficiency in a variety of software products and video/graphic design programs

• Ability to work on projects individually, as well as within a team

• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and meet deadlines

• Knowledge of applicable NCAA rules and regulations; willingness to report any rules violations; commitment to the Department’s culture of compliance

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse community and advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Ability and willingness to conduct activities in compliance with NCAA , Mountain West, and Colorado State University rules and regulations

• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays and ability to travel

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The Department will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred

• Previous experience in NCAA Division I Athletics or similar live production events, including camera crew directing and the use of replays

• Student employee and freelance production supervisory experience

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryIn-Venue Fan Experience/Video Boards

Duty/Responsibility

• Collaborate with the marketing staff, Rams Sports Properties (Learfield, Inc.) and other entities on game-day scripts and presentation of the game-day experience as it relates to the video board and in-game environment.

• Plan and produce game-day video roll-ins, highlights and other video pieces during live events.

• Call the event while on headset communication with the rest of the production crew and game-day marketing staff.

• Effectively use Venus control, live video production equipment and stats integration in the event production

• Assist in the creation of in-venue videoboard creative materials including graphics for in-house board shows and for the ribbon boards; including use of Xpression, Chyron Click Effects, and Daktronics; as well as video prompts, starting lineups, and other fan-facing content.

• Serve in various live video positions and roles – Director, Technical Director, Producer, Replay, Engineering – when needed.

• Set up equipment and work independently with limited supervision.

Percentage Of Time40%

Job Duty CategoryEvent Broadcasting and Streaming

Duty/Responsibility

• Execute live event broadcasts and streams across a variety of networks, including but not limited to conference-affiliated networks, third-tier rights holders, OTA feeds, and OTT feeds

• Serve in various live video positions and roles – Director, Technical Director, Producer, Replay, Engineering – when needed.

• Create and distribute graphics for live streams as necessary.

• In collaboration with the Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcast and Creative Services, seek new ways to enhance the broadcast stream and serve as a thought-leader to enhance the viewing experience.

• Set up equipment and work independently with limited supervision.

Percentage Of Time40%

Job Duty CategoryMember of RamVision staff

Duty/Responsibility

• Participate as a member of the External Affairs unit and RamVision department by attending staff meetings and collaborating on initiatives.

• Participate in events involving recruitment of student-athletes when applicable.

• Manage, train and coordinate student employees for various roles within RamVision department.

• Coordinate freelance production staff as deemed necessary and coordinate freelance payments with Business Office.

• Ensure compliance with all departmental, University, conference and NCAA procedures, rules and regulations.

• •Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time20%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search Contactath_athleticjobs@mail.colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have an undergraduate degree in marketing, business, advertising, communications, journalism, creative design or any other field related to job duties and responsibilities?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a minimum of two years of previous experience in video production/digital media content (student, intern, GA, and professional experience applicable)?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you legally eligible to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents