BROADCAST/PRODUCTION GRADUATE ASSISTANT

BROADCAST/PRODUCTION GRADUATE ASSISTANT

Ball State University

Ball State University Intercollegiate Athletics is offering a graduate assistantship beginning Summer/Fall 2026, to a person holding a bachelor’s degree who wishes to professionalize her/his broadcast and production skills. The desired start date is August 24, 2026.

The successful applicant will work with the broadcasting staff to broadcast events on ESPN+ and radio while creating content for the Ball State Sports Network and team accounts. This position assumes other broadcast production roles, as needed.

The successful applicant must be admitted to the Graduate School and is expected to apply to a master’s program. Graduate assistants must meet minimum GPA requirements for admission and maintain good academic standing, including enrollment in at least six graduate credit hours per semester. Tuition remission and a yearly stipend will be provided. This is a two-year master's program and commitment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Radio Play-by-Play of Ball State Women's Basketball for all 30 games (home and road)

·         Fill-in Play-by-Play for select ESPN+ events

·         Fill-in for other radio broadcasts as necessary (ex: baseball)

·         Content creator for the Ball State Sports Network

o   Produce and edit podcasts/vodcasts

o   Host social media projects

o   Interview coaches and student-athletes

o   Produce Instagram Reel style content

o   Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

·         Bachelor's degree completed prior to start date

·         Admission to a Ball State graduate program and ability to maintain eligibility (information: www.bsu.edu/gradschool)

·         Availability for evenings, weekends and holidays based on event schedules

·         Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

·         Experience broadcasting events on radio and TV

·         Content creation background

·         Available the entire academic year (August to May)

Preferred Qualifications:

·         A proficiency in editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere

·         Familiarity with social media trends

·         Radio and TV broadcast setup experience

·         How a sports network operates

Compliance: The applicant must make a strong commitment to, and have a responsibility for, adhering to all rules and regulations of Ball State University, the Mid-American Conference and the NCAA. The applicant must also complete required trainings by the NCAA, MAC and institutional policies.

Compensation and Benefits:

·         Tuition remission per Ball State Graduate School policy (includes up to 30 credit hours; student responsible for applicable fees)

·         Yearly stipend, paid bi-weekly (plus hourly compensation during holiday or vacation periods when classes are not in session)

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

To Apply: Send a cover letter, resume, portfolio and the names and contact information of three references to: Mick Tidrow, Director of Broadcasting and Digital Brand Strategy: mrtidrow@bsu.edu.