DIRECTOR OF BROADCAST OPERATIONS

EXPIRED

DIRECTOR OF BROADCAST OPERATIONS

Req #:

Req #:

238174

DIRECTOR OF BROADCAST OPERATIONS

Req #:

Req #:

238174

Department:

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHELTICS

Job Location:

Seattle Campus

Posting Date:

08/28/2024

Closing Info:

Closes On 09/04/2024

Salary:

$5,810 - $6,334 per month

Other Compensation:

Taxable benefits include tickets to UW Intercollegiate home competitions. Non-local candidates may be eligible for a moving allowance

Shift:

First Shift

Benefits:

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The Intercollegiate Athletics has an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Broadcast Operations to join their team.

Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an IMPACT by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in GROWTH through dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn. We are a COMMUNITY who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day. At our core is the belief that INCLUSION means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all.

With over 650 student-athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student-athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities.

For more detailed information, please visit our Washington Athletics Candidate Dashboard.

This position will aid in efforts to deliver a first-class linear and digital television broadcast experience and will be a self-motivated, team-oriented, organized, problem solver who will coordinate and lead all live event video broadcasts of home athletics events and assist with in-game production elements. Position will collaborate with an extensive group of internal and external stakeholders including facility and operations, information technology, marketing, athletic communications, the Big Ten Network, the department’s multimedia rights holder, campus organizations, conference, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure the best event viewing experience possible. The position will aid in the design, development, execution, and implementation of events as well as the staffing and training of the broadcast production room and in venue videoboards. Staffing will include a mix of full-time, part-time, and student staff that will work directly with the Big Ten Network Student U program, the conference office, and the University of Washington.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Administration 25%

• Collaborate with a diverse team of campus staff, consultants, and external partners on the design, integration, and execution of the department's Production Control Room and the Big Ten StudentU program.

• Develop, implement, document, and troubleshoot pro-active processes, workflows, and offer guidance and support to the engineering team with preventative maintenance for computers, production equipment, distribution systems and engage with vendors and technical staff for repairs.

• Oversee scheduling and staffing for broadcasting and videoboard production at events.

Production 60%

• Act as production manager of live event broadcasts over various platforms, including linear, digital and in venue displays.

• Collaborate with an extensive group of internal and external stakeholders including facility and operations, IT, marketing, athletic communications, ICA senior leadership the Big Ten Network, the department’s multimedia rights holder, campus organizations, conference, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure the best event viewing experience possible.

• Independently troubleshoot and solve issues as they arise during live productions

• Guide a team of students and game-day operators/freelancers to operate and work all events

• Actively recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate student personnel and up to one full time employee.

• Knowledge of digital video and web streaming including online platforms. Integrate webcast, streaming, and IP technologies in the delivery of web-based media.

• Aid in the design, development, execution, and implementation of events as well as the staffing and training of the broadcast production room and in venue videoboards.

• Work with Big Ten Network Staff in terms of requirements, event schedules, and production needs to meet desired outcomes.

• Build a community and collaborate with peers in the industry.

Development 15%

• Build a collaborative production community and collaborate with peers in the industry to stay abreast on all new technology supporting live event production.

• Develop and strategize on long-term procedures and policies in which the UW ICA Broadcast department will follow.

• Contribute to protocols reflecting industry best practices that best positions UW for success regarding live broadcasts and videoboard production.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in an Operational or Broadcast Engineering role in the collegiate or professional sports industry.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated ability to document work with technical drawings, spreadsheets, and schematics.

• Demonstrated knowledge of video fiber infrastructure and connectivity between venues.

• Knowledge of fiber optic and radio frequency video signal transmission systems.

• Knowledge of video and audio signals for quality control for in-venue operations.

• Ability to be resourceful, research equipment documentation and solutions to problems, and be proactive in systems issues prevention and resolution.

• Experience with running multiple shows concurrently.

• Knowledge of Daktronics scoreboard video systems.

• Professional operating experience with video switchers, audio consoles, replay and graphics machines.

• Specific in-depth experience with broadcast technical or engineering work.

• Specific experience with Video Switchers, Replay Systems, Broadcast routing, Graphic and Video playout systems.

• Due to the large emphasis on event-support, this position includes many nights and weekends above and beyond daily responsibilities. Ability to work a flexible schedule, be on-call, support productions remotely as needed, and work sporting events and events that may occur on holidays and weekends.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in both control-room and in-field engineering situations and have a demonstrated passion for teaching and leading student work forces.

• The ideal candidate will also have a proficiency in IT & IP based workflows, common A/V setup & servicing and Daktronics infrastructure.

• While not required, candidates with specific broadcasting or engineering certifications will strongly be considered.

• Working knowledge of university, conference, and NCAA rules.

Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, the Conference, the State of Washington and any other governing body is of paramount importance to the University. The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations. As a condition of employment, the Employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .

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