OPS Athletics Broadcast Assistant Producer

Job Summary

The OPS Athletics Broadcast Assistant Producer is responsible for assisting in producing, coordinating, directing, and participating in the creative development and execution of live-game productions covering a variety of sports.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the broadcast producer and/or assistant producer for broadcasts of FGCU’s 15 Division I sports.
• Coordinates with Athletics Broadcast Production Specialist to ensure all elements are prepared in advance of broadcast.
• Coordinates crew attendance for broadcasts.
• Communicates with institutional broadcast partners to ensure connectivity.
• Troubleshoots technical issues.
• Archives broadcast footage.
• Serves as primary contact for assigned broadcasts.
• Assists with setup and usage of related equipment.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

• This position requires a high school diploma.
• Experience with broadcast production implementation for collegiate sports.

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization
• 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, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of NCAA and ASUN Conference rules and regulations as they pertain to the job duties.
• Knowledge of broadcast production implementation focused on sports, preferably collegiate.
• 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.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.
• Proficiency with broadcast/streaming production equipment and software.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.