Producer - ESPN+

Position Description :

Produces television or radio programs. May supervise other personnel. Incumbent may be required to operate a vehicle from the TTU/TTUHSC motor pool to perform the job.

About the University :

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College :

Texas Tech Athletics has a commitment to serving and working with various populations and demonstrated alignment with the University’s strategic priorities and values-based culture.

Major/Essential Functions :

• Serves as the primary producer for all live events produced for ESPN+ during home athletic contests, including but not limited to men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, soccer, and track & field.

• Assists with the design, development, and implementation of animated graphics, stat pages, and sponsored elements for use on all linear and digital broadcasts through collaboration with ESPN / Learfield and the content creation teams.

• Manages all formats and commercial inventory to ensure consistency and quality across all platforms.

• Occasionally creates video content for use across multiple platforms with an emphasis on feature content for live broadcasts.

• Conceptualizes and presents new ideas in workflows and designs to increase on-air quality.

• Assists with the hiring and training of students and part-time staff on a variety of production equipment, including Sony MVS 7000X Switcher /Sony HDC 2550 Triax Cameras, Ross XPression and Ross / Abekas Mira replay systems.

• Performs additional duties/tasks and assumes additional responsibilities as needed or assigned by the Assistant AD for Broadcast Services.

Required Qualifications :

Two or more years education or training beyond high school with emphasis on professional video production or related area plus two years experience in a video/multimedia environment; OR a combination of education and/or experience to equal four years.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism, communications, media production, sports media, or a related field preferred.

• Experience producing broadcasts for ESPN+ or working within ESPN broadcast standards and production requirements.

• Demonstrated experience with live production equipment and systems, including production switchers, broadcast cameras, replay systems, and graphics platforms.

• Experience with Sony MVS production switchers and HDC-series cameras, Ross XPression graphics, and Ross/Abekas Mira replay systems.

• Experience developing and implementing broadcast graphics, statistical elements, sponsored content, and other on-air elements.

• Knowledge of live broadcast workflows, commercial inventory, formatting, and quality-control standards.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with experience working across broadcast, creative, sponsorship, and external partner teams.

• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, as required by athletic events and broadcast schedules.

• Eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

Safety Information :

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

EEO Statement :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.