Video Content Producer

About the job

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The purpose of Michigan Sports Television is to connect our community with Michigan athletics, our teams and student athletes and create memorable experiences.

The Video Content Producer will create content to promote Michigan Athletics for use at events and on our digital platforms. You will have a range of responsibilities that includes developing, shooting and editing video content for video boards, our digital platforms and television shows. The Production Team promotes the Michigan brand through our TV Shows, digital platforms and events.

All members of the Creative Services team commit to exemplifying the values of the University and athletic department. Creative Services prioritizes collaboration and communication to achieve the highest levels of both efficiency and effectiveness.

Responsibilities*

Essential Functions

Events

• Collaborate with the Event Presentation team to develop, shoot and edit game day production pieces for use at our events to energize our fans to create an exciting atmosphere.
• Set-up lights, audio and camera to shoot green screen content.
• Assist with game operations for scoreboard production at different venues.
  
  
  

Content

• Collaborate with our Digital and Creative Teams to create content for our digital platforms to appeal to our wide-ranging audiences.
• Shoot/edit practice and game footage of multiple sports for use in highlight packages, hype videos, features and other department projects.
• Help design set and shoot content for sports to be used throughout the season on social media and in-game presentations.
• Work with producers to create content for our TV shows, Inside Michigan Football and Inside Michigan Basketball.
  
  
  

Internal Content

• Produce highlight videos for team banquets and recruiting purposes.
• Collaborate with other departments for internal videos to promote their areas (e.g., Compliance, Ticket Office, Development, etc.)
  
  
  

Travel

• Some travel with sports during regular and post season will be required to shoot and edit content on the road.
  
  
  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of you. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at anytime with or without notice.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree.
• Proficiency in operating a professional video camera, DSLR and gimbal with an understanding of audio and lighting.
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop.
• Work nights and weekends during season(s), which will involve periodic overtime and unplanned activities; on-call availability necessary.
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in communications, video production or film studies.
• Five (5) years of direct experience related to video production and editing
• General knowledge of several collegiate sports and how they operate.
  
  
  

Additional Information

The University of Michigan Athletic Department is dedicated to building a department culture which demonstrates respect for all, shows compassion for others, and celebrates the differences among our staff, student-athletes, and supporters. We are committed to the hiring and development of diverse staff who contribute to an inclusive environment.

Benefits

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
  
  
  

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.