Coordinator of Multimedia (Media Production Specialist III)

EXPIRED

Position Summary Under the direction of the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Communications and Media Relations, the Coordinator of Multimedia serves as the multimedia video coordinator for the San Diego State Athletic Department. Has full responsibility for small to medium production projects in television, video, or other multimedia. In this role, the candidate will have creative oversight for the university’s website and will work with the department to maximize content distribution across all platforms. Oversee video production, including all news conferences and produced live events. Produce post-game recaps for athletics events. Produce preseason and postseason highlight videos, hype videos, features on student-athletes and recruiting content to help promote specific programs and the department. Archive and maintain a video library for the department. Purchase and maintain all production equipment used by the department. Extensive travel and weekends will be required. The candidate will also maintain the weekly schedule for the production department and the master production schedule for remote events for the Mountain West Network. Crew all remote events for the network and handle all invoicing and payroll in conjunction with the finance department. Main contact for all live productions for the Mountain West Conference. The individual is responsible for the vision of the department's video production, including commercials and sport-specific shows. This position will oversee all aspects of commercials to promote ticket sales. Responsible for creating, producing, writing, and editing a variety of projects, including promotional videos, commercials, and interviews for television and other media outlets. This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position anticipated to end on December 31, 2024, with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. Non-traditional work hours, including some weekend and evening work. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego

Department Summary The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University.  Currently, there are 19 sport programs, approximately 550 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department.  The offices include the following:  The Aztec Club/Development, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, External Corporate Sales, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video. For more information regarding the Athletics department, click here.

Education and Experience Entry to the first level within this classification requires a basic knowledge of and skill in graphics, still or motion photography, or television production. This knowledge and skill normally is obtained through a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least six months of experience in still and motion picture photography, including a thorough knowledge of video production techniques.

Key Qualifications Master's degree preferred Experience producing and creating content at the Division I collegiate level Ability to lift up to 25 pounds Non-traditional work hours, including some weekend and evening work

Position Summary Under the direction of the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Communications and Media Relations, the Coordinator of Multimedia serves as the multimedia video coordinator for the San Diego State Athletic Department. Has full responsibility for small to medium production projects in television, video, or other multimedia. In this role, the candidate will have creative oversight for the university’s website and will work with the department to maximize content distribution across all platforms. Oversee video production, including all news conferences and produced live events. Produce post-game recaps for athletics events. Produce preseason and postseason highlight videos, hype videos, features on student-athletes and recruiting content to help promote specific programs and the department. Archive and maintain a video library for the department. Purchase and maintain all production equipment used by the department. Extensive travel and weekends will be required. The candidate will also maintain the weekly schedule for the production department and the master production schedule for remote events for the Mountain West Network. Crew all remote events for the network and handle all invoicing and payroll in conjunction with the finance department. Main contact for all live productions for the Mountain West Conference. The individual is responsible for the vision of the department's video production, including commercials and sport-specific shows. This position will oversee all aspects of commercials to promote ticket sales. Responsible for creating, producing, writing, and editing a variety of projects, including promotional videos, commercials, and interviews for television and other media outlets. This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position anticipated to end on December 31, 2024, with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. Non-traditional work hours, including some weekend and evening work. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego

Department Summary The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University.  Currently, there are 19 sport programs, approximately 550 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department.  The offices include the following:  The Aztec Club/Development, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, External Corporate Sales, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video. For more information regarding the Athletics department, click here.

Education and Experience Entry to the first level within this classification requires a basic knowledge of and skill in graphics, still or motion photography, or television production. This knowledge and skill normally is obtained through a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least six months of experience in still and motion picture photography, including a thorough knowledge of video production techniques.

Key Qualifications Master's degree preferred Experience producing and creating content at the Division I collegiate level Ability to lift up to 25 pounds Non-traditional work hours, including some weekend and evening work

Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $6,667 per month.  Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.  San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here. CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,391 - $7,945 per month.

Diversity and Community at SDSU At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here. Principles of Community At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.  SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Supplemental Information Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on December 18 , 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by December 17, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.  San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.  A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here. SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at pythao@sdsu.edu.