Manager of Sports Broadcasting

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Manager of Sports Broadcasting

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Job Summary

The Manager of Sports Broadcasting is a collaborative member of the AV team that has a primary focus on recording and live streaming Hillsdale College’s athletic department events. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in athletic broadcasting, building graphics, and leading a team of students in live production. Hillsdale College’s AV team is highly collaborative in nature and values community and generosity above isolated silos. While this position’s primary role is athletics-focused, we take turns with event coverage and seek a well-rounded candidate who would be comfortable managing general AV needs for non-athletic events as well.

Essential Job Functions

Set goals and develop consistency within our athletic broadcasts. Plan for athletic event needs and train others in the best practices of professional-level live broadcasts.

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Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Manager of Sports Broadcasting

Job Description

Job Summary

The Manager of Sports Broadcasting is a collaborative member of the AV team that has a primary focus on recording and live streaming Hillsdale College’s athletic department events. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in athletic broadcasting, building graphics, and leading a team of students in live production. Hillsdale College’s AV team is highly collaborative in nature and values community and generosity above isolated silos. While this position’s primary role is athletics-focused, we take turns with event coverage and seek a well-rounded candidate who would be comfortable managing general AV needs for non-athletic events as well.

Essential Job Functions

Set goals and develop consistency within our athletic broadcasts. Plan for athletic event needs and train others in the best practices of professional-level live broadcasts.

Maintain knowledge of the broadcast control room environment, including audio and video patch-bays, fiber routing for camera feeds, Broadcast Pix Switcher, New Blue software, Allen & Heath d-live, Clear-Com, live stream encoders, IP network routing and configuration, etc.

Possess strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities to resolve technical issues as they arise.

Create game day graphics, score bugs, logos, etc., as needed for broadcasts.

Plan and perform video post-production tasks, including reviewing footage, logging, rough cuts, audio adjustments, and color correction.

Work alongside the student employee manager to train and support student teams in video standards, camera operation, and instant replay.

Ability and willingness to travel occasionally for event productions throughout the year, and willingness to work a non-traditional schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Manage live AV events as assigned. This involves communicating with the event requestor to confirm AV details, preparing the venue with necessary gear, creating documentation, and scheduling setup and tear-down times.

Be a supporter of the vision, mission, and principles of the College and the AV team.

Having a good sense of humor, serving, and leading by example, and having fun along the way, is foundational to long-term success with this team.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

5+ years of audiovisual experience required

Desired Qualifications:

AVIXA

CTS

Certifications or relevant training

Other Skills

Code of Commitment

Be a good representative of Hillsdale College to promote the liberal arts, the College’s original Articles of Association, and operating principles stated in the Staff Code of Commitment. The Mission Statement should be considered in all aspects of the position. The teaching of Christian faith shall remain a conspicuous aim of the College.

Physical Demands

Ability to climb ladders and operate genie and scissor lifts, and able to carry or move up to 50lbs

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S147P | | Open Date | 05/07/2025 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants | |

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

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