Live Events Producer

Job Posting Title:

Live Events Producer

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Hiring Department:

Intercollegiate Athletics

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

Additional hours will be required to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This job is not suitable for remote work and is expected to work regular on-site hours, in addition to events.  Travel may be required.

Purpose

The purpose of the Live Events Producer is to ensure Texas Athletics’ productions not only meet, but exceed industry standards. The Live Events Producer will assist in the coordination and execution of the athletics department’s ESPN and SEC Network broadcasts, in addition to big screen shows. 

Responsibilities

• For digital and linear events, serves as an Associate Producer, overseeing the preparation of all graphic assets, including conducting research for each broadcast to obtain information necessary for the production.

• Serves in a variety of other production roles for digital and linear events on the SEC Network or videoboard shows including Producer, Director, Assistant Director, etc.

• Assists in the recruitment, development, and mentorship of student workers, temporary employees, and professional service contractors; This includes employees who work in production control rooms and employees who work in-venue.

• Ensures all broadcast and quality standards set by The University of Texas, SEC, ESPN and external stakeholders are maintained.

• Collaborates with Texas Studios production and engineering staffs for implementation of technical operations. Assists the engineering staff with the equipment load in/out, facs, rehearsal and other technical needs of each production.

• Collaborates with third-party vendors and clients, external entities (ESPN), and multiple Texas Athletics departments that include but are not limited to marketing, communications, business office, Longhorn Sports Properties (LSP) and event management to ensure all operational needs for broadcasts and videoboard shows are met.

• Prepares for each production to ensure quality, accurate and innovative content airs on Texas Athletics broadcasts, inside of Texas Athletics venues, and the Longhorn Network.

• Assists with administrative tasks including, but not limited to, invoicing, crew meals, onboarding of student workers, etc.

• Consistently exemplify the core values and quality service standards of Texas Athletics. Always act ethically. Proactively seek guidance when unsure or unclear of a law, rule or policy applicable to you or your department/sport program. Actively participate in assigned education and training programs. Comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System, The University of Texas at Austin, NCAA, Conference, or other governing body, including state and federal laws. Do not engage in any sports wagering activities in accordance with NCAA rules and state law. Annually obtain prior written approval and report all outside activities and outside income. Report knowledge of, or reasonable cause to believe, violation(s) of state or federal laws, policies, rules, or regulations of the University, Conference, or NCAA to IA ARMCS or IA HR. Fully cooperate with any investigation by providing complete and accurate information when requested to do so by Texas Athletics and/or the NCAA and do not influence others in any way during an investigation. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Texas Education Code Sec. 51.252, this position may be a Non-Confidential Employee as defined by University policies on Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Interpersonal Violence and Stalking  sexual assault, interpersonal violence (including domestic and dating violence), stalking, and sexual harassment (including harassment on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy status).  As a Non-Confidential Employee, individuals employed in this position will report incidents of such prohibited conduct to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator as required by applicable law or University policy. An employee who does not report an incident or who makes a false report is subject to termination and may be charged with a criminal offense (Class A or Class B misdemeanor). For more i