Mountain West Network Announcer & Production Assistant

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Job Summary/Basic Function:

To act as the primary play-by-play voice for Mountain West Network broadcasts, as well as Boise State women’s basketball radio play-by-play. In addition to play-by-play responsibilities, this position will act as a production assistant, helping produce content at the direction of the Director of Live Production. This position will also serve as a host for new media, such as podcasts, live shows, etc.

Level Scope:

Applies skills and job knowledge in area of specialization; may adapt procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet needs of area of specialization; may work on non-routine tasks; resolves issues/makes working decisions within area of specialization or responsibility with minimal supervision.

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Job Summary/Basic Function:

To act as the primary play-by-play voice for Mountain West Network broadcasts, as well as Boise State women’s basketball radio play-by-play. In addition to play-by-play responsibilities, this position will act as a production assistant, helping produce content at the direction of the Director of Live Production. This position will also serve as a host for new media, such as podcasts, live shows, etc.

Level Scope:

Applies skills and job knowledge in area of specialization; may adapt procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet needs of area of specialization; may work on non-routine tasks; resolves issues/makes working decisions within area of specialization or responsibility with minimal supervision.

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Essential Functions:

Serve as primary play-by-play voice for Mountain West Network (MWN) broadcasts of Boise State Olympic Sports and as women’s basketball voice on radio.

Develop quality relationships with coaching staff and players to enhance on-air storytelling ability.

Host various shows, such as podcasting and live shows, that help grow storytelling vehicles for Boise State Athletics.

Review and critique a variety of programming throughout the MWN at other institutions and make recommendations on potential areas of improvement.

Assist the Director of Live Production on pre-production elements and coordinates production meetings.

Assist in the set-up and teardown of live broadcasting equipment at multiple venues.

Assist in execution of specialty shoots that may be utilized on broadcasts.

Fill-In for football and men’s basketball radio voice when necessary.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Play-By-Play Broadcasting: Serve as primary voice for numerous Olympic sports with Boise State Athletics in both radio and television capacities.

Pre-Production/Video Editing: Developing pre-produced video and graphic content and storylines to highlight in broadcasts.

Media hosting: Serve as a host for Boise State’s new media, including podcasts and live shows.

Minimum

Qualifications:

Experience: utilizing production methods and broadcast techniques in assembling live and taped radio programs; operating transmitters and transmitter remote controls, modulation monitors, or EAS; operating the following audio technical-board equipment: mixer, timers, tape decks, turntables, CD players, cart machines, network feeds, RDATs or digital audio workstations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Communication/Broadcasting or relevant field.

Two (2) – three (3) years’ experience as play-by-play announcer in four (4) or more sports.

Experience in the set-up and tear down of live sports broadcasts.

Experience in putting together graphics and video elements for live broadcasts.

Experience hosting podcasts.

Salary and Benefit

s:

$17.49/hour. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package , including (but not limited to):

12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's

Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service

9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)

11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)

Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages

Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

Resume

Cover letter including a link to three (3) or more minutes of radio and television play-by-play clips.

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/

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