Assistant Director of Athletics HawkVision

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director, Athletics HawkVision. This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a “Win. Graduate. Do It Right.” philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Director, Athletics HawkVision is responsible for coordinating the BTN Student U program, as well as supporting the management of live event production, and enhancing the image of The University of Iowa Athletic Department.

Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to “Working at Iowa” to learn more.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic arts, information technology, design or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;

• One (1) year of experience and extensive knowledge and ability to manage live sports broadcasts in an intercollegiate athletics setting, including:

  • Produce and manage a multiple camera live streaming production crew for an athletic event;
  • Direct multiple camera live productions;

• Utilize content management programs to deliver content.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director, Athletics HawkVision. This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a “Win. Graduate. Do It Right.” philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Director, Athletics HawkVision is responsible for coordinating the BTN Student U program, as well as supporting the management of live event production, and enhancing the image of The University of Iowa Athletic Department.

Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to “Working at Iowa” to learn more.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic arts, information technology, design or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;

• One (1) year of experience and extensive knowledge and ability to manage live sports broadcasts in an intercollegiate athletics setting, including:

  • Produce and manage a multiple camera live streaming production crew for an athletic event;
  • Direct multiple camera live productions;

• Utilize content management programs to deliver content.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;

• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships; including working collaboratively with other external relations staff (e.g. marketing, athletic communications, graphics) on group projects;

• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with a wide variety of constituents, both internal and external to the university setting, e.g. central campus, media personnel, patrons and vendors;

• A valid U.S. driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards;

• Ability to move and load 50 pounds.

Desired Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to successfully contribute to a Division I athletics program;
• Experience and working knowledge of video production utilizing professional-grade cameras and editing equipment, including a basic understanding of video routing systems and broadcast studio production;
• Ability to coordinate and stream multiple live events simultaneously;
• One year of supervisory experience;
• Working knowledge of and ability to:
  • Utilize Adobe Creative Suite
  • Ross Carbonite Systems (or equivalent);
  • Fiber optic transport and wireless intercom
  • Troubleshoot basic IT and live video streaming issues;
  • Instruct others in basic shooting and editing techniques;
  • Experience with online video sharing platforms, YouTube, etc.;
  • Experience with control room audio boards, Dreamcatcher replay systems or equivalent, graphics programs, IT and baseband routing systems.

Application Process: Visit our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu and search for keywords “ Athletic HawkVision ” Only applications submitted at https://jobs.uiowa.edu will be accepted.

• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
• Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a relevant file to the submission. Applications without both a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration.
• Successful candidates will be subject to a credential/education verification and criminal background check and be required to self-disclose any conviction history.
• Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
• As a part of the University of Iowa’s review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University’s Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law.
• For questions or additional information, please contact athletics tanner-erwin@uiowa.edu

About Iowa:

• Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.
• Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
• Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.
• Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
  

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Creative Media Specialist
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 3A
• Starting Salary Minimum: 43,240
• Starting Salary Maximum: 56,375

Contact Information

• Organization: Athletics
• Contact Name: Tanner Erwin
• Contact Email: tanner-erwin@uiowa.edu

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