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Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Press, Journalism
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:
Sports Information
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Broadcast Director will serve as the ESPN+ Producer/Coordinator of productions for the Trojan Athletic Department. This position will serve as a vital member of the Little Rock Athletic Communications staff to further promote Trojan Athletics. The ESPN+ Broadcast Producer will ensure that Little Rock Athletics puts on high-quality productions that meet the required and expected standards of ESPN and the United Athletic Conference, including all required sponsor elements and commercial obligations. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree;
• At least one year of experience in live sports production.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Master's Degree;
• Experience within a college athletic department

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the athletic department liaison working with the UA Little Rock School of Mass Communications, assisting with coordinating staffing and training of students to produce live ESPN+ productions;
• Serve as Little Rock's representative with both the United Athletic Conference and ESPN for broadcast operations;
• Serve as the producer and overseeing ESPN+ broadcasts for all Little Rock home events. This will include the set-up and take down of cameras and equipment needed to produce games at the Jack Stephens Center, Coleman Sports Complex, and Gary Hogan Field;
• Produce graphics and storylines for broadcasts;
• Coordinate with on-air talent during broadcasts and schedule/oversee game day staff necessary to broadcast events on ESPN+
• Will assist the Communications Department with video content and production for all department social media channels

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experience in non-linear editing (Adobe Create Suite preferred) and familiarity working with DSLR and camera operations along with NewTek and Ross applications;
• An understanding of a production room and the different roles/responsibilities associated with the different positions and technical knowledge of those roles;
• Ability to work nights and weekends whenever Little Rock home athletic events occur;
• Ability to meet short deadlines and the ability to work in a team-oriented and fast-paced athletic environment.

Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Brandy Dixon (bmsweeden@ualr.edu) Senior Associate AD
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Driving, Hearing
Occasional Physical Activity:
Reaching, Sitting
Benefits Eligible:
Yes