Associate Director of Video Production

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Position Number:

112244

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Position Number:

112244

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Title:

Associate Director, Athletics

Functional Title:

Associate Director of Video Production

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

100

Unit:

PRES-ICA-Support Services

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

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The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Associate Director of Video Production will work as a member of the Intercollegiate Athletics Video Services staff, and report to the Assistant AD | Creative Video.

Responsibilities include: Supervise production shoots for the Broadcasting & Production office. Oversee a Production Assistant(s) who will be responsible for executing video content plans for a fall, winter, and spring sport. Produce, coordinate, and edit, the in-house execution of video content. Projects associated with this position will include, but are not limited to, web and social videos, program highlights, in-venue content, banquet videos, commercial spots aimed at generating revenue, and feature content built to drive affinity for Maryland student-athletes, coaches, and administrators.

Manage the scheduling of student hours and the distribution of social/digital video content for Olympic sports from practice and games. This will include seeing projects all the way through from ideation to delivery. The Associate Director will be responsible for creating, implementing, and holding students accountable to a Maryland Athletics Production Student Manual.

Work collaboratively across the external department on scheduling interviews, shooting schedules, and distribution for program spots. The content should be focused on revenue generation and fan engagement for distribution on digital and linear channels.

Work in conjunction with the Communications team to gather video-based social media analytics, and build a distribution plan accordingly. Utilize data centered around fan interest and consumption to help drive strategy for identifying and creating future projects.

Responsible for videotaping events and athletic contests for inclusion in video content for a multi-platform distribution model. The total number of events will differ based on home sporting contests but will include: football, oversight of four olympic sports, and include two video board shows. Participate in conceptualizing and collaborating with departmental units and coaching staffs on compelling video stories to be produced across the athletics department. Other duties as assigned.

Benefits Summary

Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required in Video Production, graphic design, or a related field with experience.

Experience:

Minimum two (2) years of experience with non-linear editing (Premiere, Final Cut) with an emphasis on video production for social platforms.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilties:

Demonstrated ability in videography and lighting.

Proficiency with Mac systems and Adobe Creative Suite.

Ability to produce and create exciting audiovisual mediums.

Must be able to work flexible hours, including frequent evenings and weekends.

Preferences:

Preference will be given to those candidates with collegiate or professional sports production experience, and to those with provable experience in 3 and 4D compositing.

Additional Certifications:

Additional Information:

Salary range $58,700-$73,400.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands

The scope of the position frequently requires weekend and evening work (Non-standard work hours). While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee operates a camera, computer and other office devices such telephones, copy machines, fax machines, etc; Constantly moves about the facility and event site before, during and after events to service clients; constantly communicates via telephone, email and in-person with others to exchange accurate information. Standing, walking, kneeling/crouching, balancing and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Posting Date:

09/26/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

10/01/2024

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References (no emails sent from system) Optional Documents

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