Video Board Specialist and Producer - BuffVision

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Requisition Number:

56506

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

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Requisition Number:

56506

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

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City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

University Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

10-May-2024

Date Posted:

08-May-2024

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Job Summary

This position serves as the primary contact for the following University of Colorado's varsity sport programs: soccer, volleyball, women’s basketball, tennis and lacrosse; assist on other sport duties as assigned. Primary contact responsible for creating in-game video board shows, special projects for campus, external community events and serving as the liaison between BuffVision and the aforementioned sport programs and departments. Mentor student employees to work on our production crew. Evaluate and implement new technologies and create efficient workflows for our productions. Participate in weekly operations meetings with marketing, social media and sales.

The position is responsible for conducting all activities in compliance with conference, NCAA and University rules and regulations and is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, and affiliated conference and the NCAA.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Game Day/In-Game Content Creation:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to produce engaging in-game content for various sports, including Soccer (SOC), Volleyball (VB), Women's Basketball (WBB), and Lacrosse (LAX).
• Serve as producer/director for home game video board shows.
• Develop visually compelling and dynamic video elements that resonate with a diverse audience and enhance the overall fan experience.
• Direct all in-game board shows for 80+ events annually, covering a wide range of sports.
• Create visually stunning and entertaining board shows that captivate the audience and contribute to the overall atmosphere of the events.

Production/Special Projects:

Assist in special projects across the campus, including but not limited to:

• Coordinating 10-15 requested shoots and live-streams in conjunction with commencement and the chancellor's office.
• Providing creative input and technical support for various campus-wide initiatives.
• Strategically plan to meet future needs of video operations.
• Support live and recorded events organized by the Athletic Department, such as the annual Academic Breakfast, Inclusive Sports Summit, CUSPY’S, Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, and Kickoff Luncheon.
• Ensure the seamless execution of video elements, enhancing the quality and impact of these events.
• Contribute to daily production of video content for 9 University of Colorado HD LED video screens.
• Production includes: graphics, video editing, post-production, animation and archiving.

Other duties:

• Work with the Athletic Sports Video Department, the Information Technology Services Department, the School of Journalism and the Compliance Department.
• Assists in the supervision of student, temporary employees and professional service contractors, including recruitment, development, and mentorship of students. This includes on-air announcer employees that work in control rooms, and employees that work on-site in venues.
• Recruit and train student employees as well as a freelance pool of workers.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies for all aspects of production within BuffVision including pre-production and LIVE productions.

What We Can Offer

• Starting salary range is $60,000 - $65,000.

• Additional Compensation Details:

  • Relocation is available within department guidelines.
  • Additional Athletics benefits include:
  • Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations, Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike Elite Policy.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

• Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Video Editing, Multimedia, or related field.
• One year experience in video production, with a strong portfolio showcasing creative and technical skills.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) and motion graphics tools.
• Equivalent combination of education and skill may substitute. Service as a full-time graduate assistant or intern acceptable toward experience.

What You Will Need

• Standard skills in MS Word, Excel, In-Design, Photoshop and other typical applications.
• Ability to create and maintain social content calendars and communicate/collaborate with cross functional groups to execute responsibilities.
• Skills and experience in social media management for a sports organization.
• Experience with creating graphics.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Proven experience in video production, with a strong portfolio showcasing creative and technical skills.
• Familiarity with live event production and the ability to adapt to fast-paced environments.
• Experience and good knowledge with college athletics in general.
• Basic experience with Adobe Creative Suite: Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.
• Skills and experience in graphic design, athletics photography and editing, video and motion graphics are a plus.
• Experience developing content for coaches shows, web based programming and event productions.
• Experience-based knowledge of web streaming software and processes.
• Experience directing live sports broadcast for in venue, entertainment, as well as live streams.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 10, 2024 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential/critical services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during emergency campus closures.

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