Greyhound Broadcast Services Coordinator

Position Overview

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Coordinator of Greyhound Broadcast Services is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the broadcast production for ENMU Athletics events. This includes determining proper equipment, camera locations, creating broadcast and videoboard graphics, ensuring the department meets and exceeds the minimum broadcast requirements of the Lone Star Conference’s broadcast agreement with Flosports, and enhancing the viewing experience of Greyhound Athletics sports fans. The Coordinator of Greyhound Broadcast Services will recruit, train, and evaluate personnel for part-time broadcasting staff members such as camera operators, graphics assistants and on-air play-by-play, color commentary and sideline announcers primarily from the ENMU student population and the Department of Communications in the College of Fine Arts. Additionally, the Coordinator of Greyhound Broadcast Services

will collaborate with other staff and departments to enhance the overall production quality of ENMU Athletics broadcasts and videoboard utilization.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates live broadcasts, streaming and other types of production media of athletics contests, events, pre-game shows and weekly updates
• Hire, train, and supervise student employees for assistance with streaming content, video productions and projects for special events in athletics
• Collaborates with assistant athletic director for marketing and communications to execute use of digital media production for Greyhound Athletics, including video-based social media strategies
• Develops and coordinates specialty graphics, video highlights, special interests, and feature productions for Greyhound Athletics and its programs for branding, recruiting and fundraising purposes
• Produces athletic advertisements, video features and multimedia content for commercial and internal use

Position Overview

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Coordinator of Greyhound Broadcast Services is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the broadcast production for ENMU Athletics events. This includes determining proper equipment, camera locations, creating broadcast and videoboard graphics, ensuring the department meets and exceeds the minimum broadcast requirements of the Lone Star Conference’s broadcast agreement with Flosports, and enhancing the viewing experience of Greyhound Athletics sports fans. The Coordinator of Greyhound Broadcast Services will recruit, train, and evaluate personnel for part-time broadcasting staff members such as camera operators, graphics assistants and on-air play-by-play, color commentary and sideline announcers primarily from the ENMU student population and the Department of Communications in the College of Fine Arts. Additionally, the Coordinator of Greyhound Broadcast Services

will collaborate with other staff and departments to enhance the overall production quality of ENMU Athletics broadcasts and videoboard utilization.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates live broadcasts, streaming and other types of production media of athletics contests, events, pre-game shows and weekly updates
• Hire, train, and supervise student employees for assistance with streaming content, video productions and projects for special events in athletics
• Collaborates with assistant athletic director for marketing and communications to execute use of digital media production for Greyhound Athletics, including video-based social media strategies
• Develops and coordinates specialty graphics, video highlights, special interests, and feature productions for Greyhound Athletics and its programs for branding, recruiting and fundraising purposes
• Produces athletic advertisements, video features and multimedia content for commercial and internal use
• ENMU Athletics liaison on LSC/Flosports live-streaming initiatives and required production for Flosports
• Assists with the operations related to athletics facility video boards as needed
• Coordinates content with director of athletics and assistant athletic director for market and communications for a fully integrated approach to multimedia coverage for Greyhound Athletics
• Creates or manages graphics and marketing materials as it relates to video production
• Serve as a liaison to the University Communications Department
• Serve as athletics department multimedia lead for special events (e.g. Greyhound Gala, Hall of Honor Induction Event, graduation)

• Determine equipment and software needs to provide improved broadcast and video quality

• Collaborate with faculty and staff of the Department of Communication and KENW Broadcast Center to enhance ENMU Athletics Flosports broadcasts and other broadcast content related to ENMU Athletics for the KENW Broadcast Center

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree and one year of applicable experience - Familiarity with process and equipment to conduct live streaming of athletics events - Familiarity with NCAA Division II Athletics, the Lone Star Conference and Flosports - A valid New Mexico Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment is also required, as well as the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and road conditions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent leadership and relationship building skills
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work collaboratively with the ENMU Marketing Department and other internal leadership groups
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in changing circumstances
• Knowledge of Copyright regulations
• Knowledge and/or ability to use two-way interactive video technology and delivery systems
• Knowledge and/or ability to perform Non-linear and linear audio and video editing
• Knowledge of video production equipment and techniques including audio and video location and television studio production, lighting, graphic design, technical directing, shooting and related basic engineering concepts
• Knowledge of Master Control equipment and techniques including related transmission/reception systems for cable, wireless cable, interactive television and distance education teleclassrooms
• Project and budget management skills
• Technical directing and scriptwriting skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of multiple computer platforms and software
• Pre-planning production skills
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance

Working Conditions

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

• Mobility : Ability to move freely around athletic venues (stadiums, fields, courts), press boxes, and control rooms, including climbing stairs and carrying equipment over varying terrain
• Lifting/Carrying : Must be able to lift, carry, and transport broadcast equipment (cameras, tripods, cables, monitors) weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Standing/Sitting : Prolonged periods of standing during live broadcasts or events; ability to sit for extended periods while editing or monitoring feeds
• Visual Acuity : Must have sufficient vision to operate cameras, edit video, monitor live feeds, and read scripts or digital content
• Hearing : Adequate hearing to monitor audio quality and communicate effectively through headsets and intercom systems
• Manual Dexterity : Ability to operate computers, video/audio switchers, cameras, and editing software with precision
• Communication : Able to speak clearly and effectively in live or recorded settings, including during fast-paced or high-pressure sports events
• Working Conditions : May require work in varying weather conditions for outdoor sports events; availability for nights, weekends, and extended hours during peak sports seasons. Will require frequent traveling. May have exposure to blood-borne pathogens

Essential Functions: [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge ,skills and abilities and physical demand and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Additional Information

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:

Please ensure that you attach all required documents even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU as the committee does not have access to those records.
Letter of interest
Resume
Contact information for three references (blind or off list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)
Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)

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