Assistant Director, Live Events

Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 136 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

This role will report to the Director, Live Events and assist the strategic direction for all live production across the Stanford Athletics department, including broadcast, board shows, and webstreams. This role will tell compelling stories through live production about our varsity teams, student-athletes, and coaches.

Responsibilities will include:

Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 136 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

This role will report to the Director, Live Events and assist the strategic direction for all live production across the Stanford Athletics department, including broadcast, board shows, and webstreams. This role will tell compelling stories through live production about our varsity teams, student-athletes, and coaches.

Responsibilities will include:

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• Directing and producing broadcasts and board shows for varsity sports as assigned by the Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast & Technical Operations and Director, Live Events.
• Work with Fan Experience, Communications, Creative Video, and other units within Athletics to prepare for various live events.
• Create, edit, and prepare broadcast graphics in XPression.
• Research and discuss topics and stories to be told throughout all varsity broadcasts.
• Help train contingent and student staff on a variety of equipment within the control room and broadcast truck, including proper setup and strike procedures.
• Assist with various engineering projects related to broadcasts.

To be successful in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least one (1) year of live events experience (broadcasts, board shows, etc)
• Proficiency of all positions within a control room/broadcast environment
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, the ACC, and Stanford Athletics
• Ability to work with multiple groups to help achieve a successful production
• Be a leader among a large talent pool of contingent and student workers

Nice to have, but not required:

• Experience with Xpression, DreamCatcher, Ross or Grass Valley switchers, Sony or Grass Valley cameras
• Experience producing live sports broadcasts or directing in-arena board shows

At DAPER, we firmly believe that diverse teams make better decisions, foster innovation, and drive success for everyone involved. We celebrate differences in abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives, recognizing the rich tapestry that fuels our excellence. We are committed to fostering an environment of belonging where every voice is heard, valued, and respected. Your unique perspective is not just welcomed; it’s essential to our continued growth and success. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great add to our team.

The expected pay range for this position is $66,560 - $70,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/b...) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4221
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: F
• Requisition ID: 104139
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible