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Stanford University · 3 months ago

Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast & Technical Operations

Stanford, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$127K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Stanford University is seeking an Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast & Technical Operations who will lead the efforts in delivering a first-class television broadcast experience while overseeing day-to-day technical operations. The role involves coordinating live event video broadcasts, collaborating with various stakeholders, and managing a team responsible for production and event execution.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with a diverse team of campus staff, consultants, and external partners on the design, integration, and execution of the department’s new Production Control Room

Work closely with the ACC and ESPN in terms of requirements, event schedules, and production needs in order to meet desired outcomes

Oversee the production of live event broadcasts for Stanford over various platforms, including linear, digital, and in-venue displays

Coordinate and supervise training and development of full and part-time staff in the proper control room and production techniques

Oversee scheduling and part-time staff for broadcasting and videoboard staffing at events

Assist in identifying, recruiting, developing, training, and scheduling talent for each broadcast

Develop and lead a team of full-time and part-time broadcast professionals, engineers, and game-day operators/freelancers to operate and work all events; Conduct ongoing reviews of budgeting and staffing plans, oversee recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating departmental personnel and service providers

Maintain technical knowledge needed to execute broadcasts to the specifications of conference and department partners

Ensure all equipment is ready and events are covered through scheduling and strong communication

Ability to serve in any roles within the production room if needed, including producer and director

Serve as the main point of contact with the production team in planning, strategizing, and executing the production of live events using venue video boards and online streams as well as overall contract deliverables

Ensure video boards are maintained and operational at all times for athletics events

Assist with campus events, venue rentals, local and national television broadcasts in their broadcasts and production of events

Co-lead on any physical video board needs, acquisitions, and replacements with our facilities and capital projects teams

Oversee staffing needs to maintain and operate videoboards effectively

Oversight of the financial budget for daily operations, equipment, staffing, and maintenance

Follow campus and department procurement guidelines using transparent means and established financial parameters

Develop an equipment inventory and life cycle replacement plan for all production room and video board-related assets, especially capital purchases

Assist in budget development both on an annual and long-term basis, including space and large item replacements and end-of-life needs

Oversee all assets related to venue video boards and scoreboards in our athletic facilities as well as in the production control room

Understand department vision and goals and be able to match with production elements and needs of the department to present the student-athletes, programs, department, campus, and conference in the best possible manner

Develop policies, procedures, and protocols reflecting industry best practices that best strategically position Stanford for success in live broadcasts and video board production

Responsible for hiring, training, and managing direct reports

Keep up to date with the current technological environment and trends that can impact operations and anticipate needs for the department in the short and long term on related items

Serve as point person for technical operations and capital projects within athletic facilities (video boards and video control room and related items)

Assist with the payroll submission and reconciliation for event staffing

Participate in training and development programs to stay abreast of the latest in technological advances, especially related to venue and broadcast operations

Represent the athletic department and advise in technical areas with the University or outside production staff as live television broadcasts

Works closely with content creation, IT, Operations, and other groups to resolve problems and assist in their areas of need

Responsible for all upgrades and maintenance checks on all Daktronics systems and related control room equipment

Staffing of other department-related events as needed

Additional broadcasts of the department and potentially campus events

Duties as assigned

Qualification

Broadcast control room expertiseVideo board productionLive event productionBudget managementAV production systems knowledgeStaff trainingDevelopmentCollaboration with stakeholdersCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsLeadership skillsProblem-solving skillsSelf-starterTime management skills

Required

5-7 years of experience in the video industry, including experience in television broadcast, live streaming, and video board production

Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and relevant experience

Prior experience integrating, implementing, or refreshing an arena/venue broadcast control room (a plus)

Expert understanding of broadcast control rooms and staffing needs to execute a live event production as well as equipment maintenance and purchasing

Familiarity with modern broadcast cabling infrastructure used in broadcast environments

Managerial experience in broadcast control room setting

Skill set to allow for conversations with network staff and department leaders about the vision of the product as well as what is possible to execute given existing resources

Experience leading a group of production and freelance staff as well as gameday personnel

Knowledge of video board production in a sports and entertainment facility

Strong understanding of the linear and digital streaming marketplace

Ability to forecast and work within budgets to achieve common goals

Personality that attracts others and encourages collaboration and innovation

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders to achieve a common goal

Self-starter with the ability to work independently

Organized individual with executive skill set and demonstrated leadership skills

Posses a strategic thinking mindset with the ability to adjust as needed, at times quickly and under time duress

Ability to manage internal and external stakeholders and have strong relationships with vendors

Prior and specific knowledge of AV production systems, cameras, systems, non-linear editing, audio, video, and lighting control systems

Excellent communication, interpersonal, organization, and time management skills

Excellent organizational skills to handle the volume and variety of projects for which they must be accomplished

Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and occasionally long work shifts

Proficiency in meeting deadlines, following priorities and effectively manage several projects at once

Job occasionally requires standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting to 25 pounds

Knowledge of analog, digital video, fiber, and audio systems

Experience in supporting game presentation elements and fan experience staff

Demonstrated ability to work on deadlines and handle several responsibilities simultaneously

Strong knowledge of current and emergent audio/video technologies and video production

Benefits

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!