Athletics Broadcast Assistant

Oakland University; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University in Rochester, MI is seeking a part-time, casual live sports production technician for 19 hours per week. This temporary role supports on-site game nights with broadcast-quality equipment and quick, professional communication under pressure.

Candidates should have 1–2 years in live sports production or related technical fields, with hands-on experience operating cameras and switchers, and familiarity with ESPN+ standards.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of live sports production or related technical field.
• Experience operating professional broadcast cameras and understanding signal flow.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for several hours during events.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized technical support for live sports productions.
• Operate broadcast equipment during events and coordinate with the Athletics Department.
• Communicate rapidly and clearly via intercom/IFB in high-pressure environments.

Skills

Live sports production

Broadcast journalism

Intercom/IFB communication

Tools

NewTek Tricaster

Ross Video switchers

ScoreVision

DVSport

Job description

Benefits of Working at Oakland University

No benefits are associated with this position.

Employee Group/Grade

Employee Group/Grade Casual

Job Category

Job Category Casual /Temporary

Casual/Temp Classification

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Casual (19hrs or less, No Benefits )

Shift/Days

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Hour

Number of Hrs./Wk.

Number of Hrs./Wk. 19

Position Information

Position Information

Employee\'s Effective Start Date

Employee\'s Effective Start Date 06/15/2026

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Minimum Qualifications

Technical Proficiency: At least 1-2 years of experience in live sports production, broadcast journalism, or a related technical field (e.g., AV setup, live streaming).

Specialized Skillset: Proven ability to perform in the following key area:

• Production: Operation of professional-grade broadcast cameras (e.g., Sony, Panasonic) and knowledge of signal flow ( SDI , HDMI , XLR ).

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of broadcast equipment and stand for the duration of a standard athletic event (approx. 3–5 hours).

Schedule Reliability: Must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work consistent nights, weekends, and occasional holidays in alignment with the [Athletics Department] game schedule.

Professional Communication: Demonstrated ability to take rapid-fire direction via an intercom headset ( IFB ) in a high-pressure, live-event environment.

Desired Qualifications

ESPN+ Standards: Previous experience working on productions that meet ESPN+ or similar Division I digital/linear broadcast standards.

System Knowledge: Experience with specific production hardware/software such as:

• NewTek Tricaster or Ross Video switchers.
• ScoreVision or similar jumbotron/in-game entertainment software.
• DVSport or similar instant replay systems.

Athletic Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of NCAA rules and game-flow for multiple sports (specifically Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Baseball/Softball).

Local Proximity: Resides within a 50-mile radius of Rochester, MI, to accommodate short-notice “break-fix” or “fill-in” opportunities.

Position Purpose

To provide a specialized and technical skillset for our live sports productions.

Job Duties

Provide a specialized and technical skillset for our live sports productions.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/10/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

371 Wilson Boulevard, Rochester, MI 48309
248-370-2100