Athletics Broadcast Production Specialist

The Athletics Broadcast Production Specialist is responsible for producing, coordinating, directing, and participating in the creative development and execution of live-game productions covering a variety of sports, including hiring, managing and training a team of contingent and temporary staff. In addition, this position coordinates setup, usage and maintenance of related equipment, which includes budgeting for and presenting annual and long-term expenses. The Athletics Broadcast Production Specialist serves as the primary contact for conference and/or institutional broadcast partners and liaison to the ASUN’s Director of Broadcast Services.

FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.

• Performs oversight of day-to-day operations within the functional area.
• Serves as the broadcast producer for all Men’s and Women’s Basketball games, all Volleyball games, and other broadcasts of FGCU’s 15 Division I sports, as discussed between athletic administration, coaches, and broadcast team.
• Coordinates related equipment setup, usage, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Manages staffing of streaming and broadcast operations, including hiring, scheduling and training of contingent and temporary event staff.
• Creates and maintains video assets, still graphics, and animations for video streaming.
• Ensures accuracy and quality of streaming content. Collaborates with vendors to update systems and/or software, and schedules routine and preventative maintenance.
• Serves as the primary contact for all broadcast partners and as the liaison with the ASUN’s Director of Broadcast Services for broadcast and other conference-based video initiatives.
• Assists with ASUN Broadcast Services and Broadcast Advisory Group (BAG).
• Works with supervisor and business office to meet financial and budgeting goals.
• Assists in the development and implementation of new initiatives, policies, and procedures to improve operations.
• Ensures all regulations, policies, procedures, and safety practices are followed.
• Complies with all University and ASUN regulations, as well as all NCAA rules and regulations. Remains current with all changes in NCAA, as well as changes to University and ASUN rules and regulations regarding intercollegiate athletics. This includes the requirement for self-reporting any possible rule violations and participation in the annual NCAA continuing education programs including passing the NCAA certification test, if applicable. Any violation of NCAA rules is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

• Serves as unit equipment manager for live production equipment.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• This position requires either six years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Professional experience in a higher education athletics department or comparable professional experience as indicated by portfolio.
• Advanced proficiency with relevant software including Adobe Premiere; strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
• Advanced proficiency with broadcast/streaming production equipment and software.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization.
• 2 Years Full-time professional experience in a higher education athletics department or comparable professional experience as indicated by portfolio.
• Experience with broadcast production implementation focused on sports, preferably collegiate.
• Experience with video hardware and software applications, such as: NewTek 3Play system, Ross video production equipment, Ross XPression graphics system, vMix streaming system, Daktronics videoboard systems, Nevco videoboard systems, video distribution via ESPN+ protocols, and/or RTMP protocols (comparable systems will be accepted).

• Knowledge of NCAA and ASUN Conference rules and regulations as they pertain to the job duties.
• Skilled in media transfer workflows.
• Strong editing skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, and ability to work in creative team and game day team environments.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision, under strict timelines, and in live conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative relationships with constituents, fans, partners, colleagues, and the general public.
• Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing information, guidance, and motivation.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures consistently.
• Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes an equitable environment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.