Athletics Broadcast Manager

• Closes 05-Oct-2024 (MST)
• Cedar City, UT, USA
• 40,000-42,000 per year
• Salary
• Full Time
• Excellent Benefits

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Job Description:

Responsible for streaming SUU athletics events to the holders of the conference rights contracts (currently the WAC Conference/ESPN+ and MPSF Conference/Overnght.com) and where necessary, provide athletic marketing support while also providing feeds to official replay systems and the video screens in those athletics venues which have them. Must be capable of providing streams meeting ESPN+ standards.

Athletics Broadcast Manager

• Closes 05-Oct-2024 (MST)
• Cedar City, UT, USA
• 40,000-42,000 per year
• Salary
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• Full Time
• Excellent Benefits

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Job Description:

Responsible for streaming SUU athletics events to the holders of the conference rights contracts (currently the WAC Conference/ESPN+ and MPSF Conference/Overnght.com) and where necessary, provide athletic marketing support while also providing feeds to official replay systems and the video screens in those athletics venues which have them. Must be capable of providing streams meeting ESPN+ standards.

This position will work non-standard hours. Working schedule will vary depending on when athletics events are scheduled. This position will work outdoor events as well as indoor events. Must be able to lift 30-50 lbs. and climb ladders and stairs.

Supervised by the SUTV Station Manager and report to that person and the Communication Department Chair. Will also work closely with members of the Athletic Department management and Athletic Department Marketing teams.

Responsible for ensuring that all student workers and any others under their supervision follow all OSHA regulations and university safety rules. This person will also follow all purchasing and budgeting rules as well as rules regarding scheduling of work-study and regular hourly students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working with the SUTV Station Manager, hire, supervise, train, and mentor student. Crews (ThunderVision) who work on video feeds of athletic events and other streams and recordings. They will also provide technical support during any athletics related streams or video feeds.
• Make sure all equipment is prepared and in good working order prior to use.
• Make sure any videos or graphics needed for streams or video feeds are prepared.
• Work with Athletic Department management and SUTV Station Manager to ensure changes to venues incorporate necessary camera and talent positions and cabling paths.
• Work with Athletic Department Marketing staff to prepare marketing materials for streaming or use on venue video screens.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Communication or applicable field of study is required, a Master's degree is preferred. Willingness to earn a Master's degree is a plus.
• 3 or more years of experience working on sports streams or broadcasts. Live directing experience required.
• Basic knowledge of cabling for audio and video in a non-studio environment.
• Knowledge of Xpression graphics software and Ross Graphite switchers preferred.
• Knowledge of TriCaster production systems and 3Play replay systems preferred.
• Experience with ESPN+ broadcasts and ESPN broadcast standards preferred.
• Must be able to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for 3 Personal References

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