Assistant Director of Broadcast and Video Services

University of Connecticut; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Connecticut is seeking applications for the Assistant Director of Broadcast and Video Services in the Department of Video Services, Athletics. The role oversees game-day video production, content creation, and studio shoots, and travels with teams for postseason events.

Candidates should have a strong background in live production, video equipment, and NCAA compliance. Responsibilities include leading student shooters, coordinating Daktronics control suite operations, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in media or related field.
• Three or more years of experience in sports video with the ability to produce high-quality video materials.
• Experience in live production sets, including knowledge of field and studio lighting and audio equipment.
• Demonstrated skill in operation and capability of video equipment and systems and ability to diagnose problems.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of video equipment, live production equipment, and related software, and the ability to perform minor maintenance on equipment.
• Appropriate knowledge of NCAA rules.
• Experience working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and others.

Responsibilities

• Operate Daktronics control suite for game-day show operation, asset loading, content creation, and video-board scheduling.
• Coordinate game-day live production operations (capturing, editing, and reproduction of video) for Athletics events.
• Collaborate with production team to orchestrate studio video shoots (intro videos, social media, and video-board content).
• Travel with Athletics programs to road and postseason contests to capture and produce highlights and behind-the-scenes content.
• Capture and edit high-quality video content for multiple University and Athletics platforms.
• Maintain cutting-edge knowledge of industry-standard video-board, camera, editing and studio technologies; assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Develop and provide content for web and social media applications.
• Recruit and train student creative video shooters.

Skills

Live production

Video editing

Content creation

Staff training

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in media or related field

Tools

Daktronics

Ross Carbonite

Dreamcatcher

Xpression

Final Cut

Adobe Creative Suite

OBS Studio

Vimeo

Daktronics Show Control

Clear Com

ABonAir

Teradek

Job description

Assistant Director of Broadcast and Video Services

JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut is seeking applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Director of Broadcast and Video Services (Assistant Manager, Athletics Video Services). This individual will be a member of the Department of Video Services within the Division of Athletics. The daily assignments and responsibilities will be provided by the Assistant Athletic Director for Video Services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities will include: Daktronics control suite game-day show operation, asset loading, content creation, and video-board scheduling; coordinating various game-day live production operations (capturing, editing, and reproduction of video) for Athletics events; collaborating with production team to orchestrate studio video shoots (intro videos, social media, and video-board content); traveling with Athletics programs to road and postseason contests to capture and produce highlights and behind-the-scenes creative video content; capturing and editing high quality video content to be used on multiple University and Athletics platforms; maintaining cutting-edge knowledge of industry-standard video-board, camera, editing and studio technologies; assisting with maintenance and technical problems related to equipment; executing and operating video equipment and components during Athletics events; developing and providing content for web and social media applications; recruiting and training student creative video shooters; additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in media or related field
• Three or more years of experience in the field of sports video with technical ability to produce a variety of high-quality video materials
• Must have experience in live production setsincluding knowledge offield and studio lighting and audioequipment
• Demonstrated skill in operation and capability of video equipment and systems and ability to diagnose problems
• Demonstrated working knowledge of video equipment, live production equipment, and related software, and the ability to perform minor maintenance on equipment
• Appropriate knowledge of NCAA rules
• Experience working collaboratively with various groups, like faculty, staff, and others

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated work experience in collegiate athletics live game-day production and producing creative video content at a Division 1 college or university, including traveling to Postseason conference and NCAA tournaments to capture and edit video content
• Demonstrated experience in the training of student assistants
• Demonstrated familiarity with the following equipment: Dreamcatcher, Xpression, Ross Carbonite, Daktronics Show Control, Broadcast Pix; Clear Comm wireless systems; ABonAir and Teradek wireless camera systems
• Knowledge of field and studio lighting and audio equipment, knowledge of computers and software programs (Mac, Final Cut, and Adobe Creative Suite)
• Experience in press conference, and special event live streaming (OBSStudio, & Vimeo)
• Demonstrated ability in the setup and operation of Sony DSLR and cine cameras, Hitachi, and Panasonic PTZ cameras.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The hiring range for this position is $60,416. An offer of employment, if made, will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s skill and experience, as determined by the University.

For more information about benefits and other offerings available to University employees, we encourage you to review the Human Resources website and explore the sections under the Benefits & Leaves header at the top of the page. Under Benefits & Leaves, select Benefits to access an overview as well as additional information on topics such as paid time off, benefits, retirement, and other resources. As you explore these pages, please note that this position is covered by the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA) and look for information specifically identified for UCPEA, as provisions may vary by employee group.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.

Advertised: Oct 28 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 03 2026 Eastern Standard Time