Broadcast and Video Operations, Coordinator
- University of Maryland
- Location: College Park, Maryland
- Category: Admin-Broadcasting, Radio, and Television
- Posting Date: 11/18/2022
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Position Number:
127552Title:
CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Broadcast and Video Operations, CoordinatorCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
PRES-ICA-Support ServicesCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Coordinator of Broadcast and Video Operations will work as a member of the Broadcasting & Production Unit within the Maryland Athletic Department and report to the Assistant AD of Broadcast. The Coordinator of Broadcast and Video Operations will work individually and as part of a team to execute the production of Maryland Athletics videoboard shows, in addition to supporting B1G+ broadcasts, replay, and coaches video.
This position will lead professional freelance and student crews in executing events for the Athletic department and Special Events. This role will work with the Broadcast unit to help facilitate the scheduling, set-up, and execution of in-venue video board programming and digital broadcasts. This will also include identifying students and professional freelancers, training, and establishing procedures for the broadcast of games in conjunction with the Assistant AD of Broadcast.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of education, experience and training required in video production, communication, graphic design, or related field.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of education, experience and training required in video production, communication, graphic design, or related field.
Experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in Sports Live Production.
- Experience in control room positions and setup including but not limited to Technical Directing, Producing, Directing, Graphics & Replay.
Knowledge, Skills, and abilities:
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Experience with EVS Replay, Ross Acuity and Xpression, Daktronics Show control, Sony Cameras, ClickEffects Prime, Yamaha CL/QL series, Dante Audio routing, Clear Comm communications, Evertz Routing and Multiviewer systems, SMPTE and Single Mode Fiber, AJA KiPro Ultra and Framesyncs, NewTek Tricaster, 3-play and other broadcast equipment.
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Mac and Windows operating systems, G-suite and Microsoft Office suite.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
The scope of the position frequently requires weekend and evening work (Non-standard work hours). While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee operates a computer and other office devices such telephones, copy machines, fax machines, etc; Constantly moves about the facility and event site before, during and after events to service clients; constantly communicates via telephone, email and in-person with others to exchange accurate information. Standing, walking, kneeling/crouching, balancing and lifting up to 50 pounds (Transport of all video equipment, including cameras, tripods, projectors, screens, etc).
Posting Date:
11/18/2022Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
11/24/2022Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.