Coordinate Production Efforts to Support Gameday Readiness - 40%
This position will coordinate or assist with coordination of all home Gopher Athletics live events, oversee various University and non-University events. This will include but is not limited to:
Assist with crewing and preparation for video board and webcast shows of Gopher Athletic Events
Support equipment, prep, setup and teardown according to production needs
Integrate scoring, timing and stats data into show elements
Prepare various control equipment for productions
Utilize Daktronics Show Control, Adobe Creative Suite and Xpression Studio to update and create content
Troubleshoot minor technical issues
Plan and execute sponsorship elements
Collaborate with various departments within the organization to develop ideas
Effectively communicate with key event stakeholders to ensure goals are met
Gameday Roles - 30%
Videoboard Productions
Serve as control room producer and supervisor for Gopher Athletics videoboard productions
Serve as the primary GDP contact for production staff and other units for select sports and on event days
B1G+ streams
Support production efforts of B1G+ streams
Coordinate streaming efforts with stakeholders in Gopher Athletics and the Big Ten Network Student U program
Assist with producing streamed games
Teach student-staff the fundamentals of sports broadcasting
Assist with supervision and oversight of student and freelance workforce (~100)
Staffing: Recruiting, Training and Scheduling - 20%
The Broadcast Producer will help manage all production staff which will include but is not limited to:
Assist with the recruiting and hiring process for new production assistants
Logistical planning for event production including assessing the needs and schedule staff accordingly
Provide training opportunities
Develop and manage a communication plan to handle schedule changes
Ensure staff hours are input accurately & efficiently into timeclock management system
Future Planning - 5%
Assist broadcast operations with efforts to add, expand and maintain all broadcast infrastructure within each athletic facility and central video production control rooms
Other Duties as Assigned - 5%
Required Qualifications:
A BA/BS degree in an appropriate area of specialization or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least four years.
years.
One year experience in broadcast/control room setting for live events and/or studio production
Solid understanding of control room systems (Router, Switcher, Graphic Systems, Replay systems, servers etc) including but not limited to Imagine Switchers and Ross Xpression, NewTek Tricaster and Daktronics control systems
Ability to stay abreast and learn new software and technology quickly and independently
Strong & professional written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
Ability to maintain a schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, such as competing demands, frequent change, delays or unexpected events
Teamwork mindset and collaborative work ethic. Works well with others and independently.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs
Preferred Qualifications:
Live Sports Production Experience
College Athletics Experience
Experience in a central control room setting which serve multiple venues
Daktronics or Ross Experience
Starting Salary:
$21.70/hour – $22.68/hour and eligible to earn overtime and holiday pay
With more than 140 years of tradition, Gopher Athletics is one of the oldest and most decorated athletics departments in the country. Minnesota was a charter member of the Big Ten Conference – our teams have won more than 200 conference titles to go with 26 national titles. There are more than 600 student-athletes and nearly 300 full-time employees in our athletics department. That community has built Minnesota into a nation’s top-ranked public school with respect to student-athlete academic performance in each of the past four years, a span of time during which the Gophers have won 13 conference team titles and a collection of individual conference and national crowns. Housed in the historic Dinkytown neighborhood on the northern edge of the University campus, Gopher Athletics is succeeding against a backdrop unique in college athletics, nestled at the heart of a bustling, modern metro area. We are proud of our decorated history, but we are prepared to achieve even greater success in the years to come. Ski-U-Mah!
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Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.
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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).