Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast Operations

1 week ago

Chicago IL United States DePaul University Full time

The Highlights:

The Assistant AD, Broadcast Operations & Live Events serves as an integral role within DePaul Athletics in establishing, implementing, and activating a strategic plan for live video production to promote the university and athletics department brand. The role is responsible for oversight of the staff that produces all in-venue video board productions and streamed live events, while acting as the liaison for linear network broadcasts.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead all live production and broadcast needs for the Athletics Department, including each of DePaul’s televised and live-streamed sporting events, special events, press conferences, and specialty media appearances. Manage scheduling of RUSH Media Company (or broadcast partner) for each live-streamed event, hiring, training, and scheduling of camera operators and broadcast assistants, and overall oversight of operations. Coordinate and vet all on-air talent for Olympic Sports, and women's basketball productions streamed on FloSports (or non-linear broadcast partner).
  • Serve as point of contact to the BIG EAST Conference, Associate Commissioner for Broadcasting, and FOX Sports (or broadcast partner) for all live productions and broadcast initiatives, including but not limited to: participation in all BIG EAST broadcast calls, participation in all External Staff meetings, and regular communications with RUSH Media Company, FOX Sports, FloSports, the Marquee Sports Network, and any future broadcast production partners. Serve as Athletics Department point of contact for broadcast-related questions and logistics. Verify the accuracy of all broadcast graphics packages, GIPs, logos, and in-game content with broadcast partners, television networks, and digital media websites.
  • Develop and implement a partnership with DePaul University's Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media (CDM) and School of Cinematic Arts to implement interdisciplinary connections, employ student workers, and act as a bridge for practical broadcast experience and academic application.
  • Develop and implement procedures and standards for broadcast operations while using the latest knowledge of industry trends to strategically advance both operations and the university brand. Complete an annual assessment of DePaul Athletics’ broadcast capabilities, and suggest areas for improvement and the associated budget, with a focus on innovation, growth, and emerging industry trends. In partnership with the Executive Associate AD, support the broadcast readiness, A/V needs, and cabling of new athletic facilities to meet television and in-house broadcast requirements.
  • Collaborate with other units within the External Affairs Division of the Athletic Department, including marketing, creative content, the ticket office, merchandise/licensing, fundraising, and communications, to plan and execute content that meets department goals and objectives.
  • Knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA rules, policies, and procedures. Attend and participate in monthly NCAA rules compliance education meetings.
  • Supervise 8-12 student workers, interns, and/or part-time camera operators and broadcast production assistants. Supervision includes scheduling, training, regular evaluation, and payroll management.
  • Manage operations of the broadcast department within the stipulated annual budget.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 2+ years’ relevant experience (or combination of education and experience), preferably at the NCAA Division I level.
  • Possess a working knowledge of NCAA and University rules and regulations as they apply to intercollegiate athletics.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience with the Adobe Suite (including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator) strongly preferred.
  • Ability to respect confidentiality and practice discretion.
  • This position will require frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying camera equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; standing up to eight hours each day; and working in all weather conditions.
  • Able to communicate well in written, oral, and interpersonal communication and build rapport quickly with student athletes, faculty, coaches, and staff.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Demonstrated experience in working in a diverse urban and/or intercollegiate athletics environment.
  • Dedication to serving the department, the University, and the student-athletes with the highest level of leadership, initiative, and integrity.
  • Position requires working evenings, weekends, and holidays during the school year. Some travel may be required.

Perks:

  • Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
  • Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
  • Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
  • Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more
  • Full-Time Benefits.

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

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