Assistant Director Of Athletics For Broadcast Productions

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Position Title Assistant Director of Athletics for Broadcast Productions Position Number 896444 School/Division Athletics Publicity and Public Rel (division) Department Full-Time or Part-Time Full-Time Description

Reporting to the Associate Director of Athletics for Communications, the Assistant Director of Athletics for Broadcast Productions will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of live video production including concept to completion, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of athletic game production/producing, a passion for storytelling, and the ability to manage and mentor a team of student and freelance staff. All staff members are responsible for the policy, procedures, and guidelines of Hofstra University and the job requirements specific to the particular assignments inherent to athletic administration. This position requires working weekends and holidays and attending athletic events as appropriate. This is a full-time position and evening and/or weekend hours may be expected as a part of the position including attending athletic events as appropriate.

Responsible for knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. If found responsible for a violation of NCAA regulations, will be subject to disciplinary or corrective action, including termination if appropriate. Also, may be responsible for any act or omission that may give rise to a finding that the University has violated an NCAA regulation.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversees the management of the production studio including equipment and maintenance needs for the studio and field equipment in collaboration with The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication.

• Oversees the content creation for live videos including directing, producing, and filming.

• Oversees all the editing for post-production of all video content.

• Coordinates the distribution of video/streaming assets internally and externally.

• Collaborates with the School of Communication to optimize the production value of content produced by both entities.

• Manages the onboarding process and daily scheduling of all new hires including students and freelance staff.

• Provides mentorship and training to supporting staff.

• Organizes and logs the production content and maintains video archive.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in multimedia production, filmmaking, or a related field required.

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience, including internships, in video production.

• Understanding and ongoing interest in video production technologies and techniques.

• Expert understanding of video editing software, including the Adobe Suite.

• Ability to manage multiple projects within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to carry necessary video gear to shooting locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience in athletic live video production preferred.

• Professional experience in content creation including, storytelling, profiles, news events, features, and produced editorial shoots for advertisements and promotional use.

• Professional experience in drone videography.

Special Instructions Deadline 12/15/2024 Date Posted 05/10/2024 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Salary/Salary Range $81,000 - $85,000

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

• Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.