Crew Member - Butler Sports Live

Butler; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Butler University is seeking a Production Crew member for Butler Sports Live. This on-campus, part-time student position supports athletics broadcasts on ESPN+ and other partners, with training provided and flexible scheduling around home games.

Hours vary by event and season, with peak periods during fall and winter. Roles include Production Assistant, Graphics Operator, Replay Operator, Show Director, and more, with equipment setup and teardown responsibilities included.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled student at Butler University.
• Successful completion of SPM130 - Sports Production Lab with an A grade or equivalent permission to join from the Butler Sports Live GM.
• Available to work irregular hours including nights and weekends.
• Complete required broadcast training before working a live event.
• Attend a production meeting/orientation when required.
• Arrive for the assigned crew call on time and stay through wrap.
• Follow directions from the producer/director/TD/supervisor.
• Maintain broadcast equipment properly and safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the technical production of Butler Sports Live broadcasts.
• Work in multiple roles for various broadcasts including Production Assistant/Utility, Graphics Operator, Replay Operator, Show Director, Show Producer, Timeout Coordinator, and other roles as assigned.
• Select crew will handle all equipment setup and teardown after each event.

Skills

Live production

Graphics operation

Replay operation

Directing

Show producing

Crew scheduling

Time management

Job description

Indianapolis, IN, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Position Summary

Production Crew for Butler Sports Live is a part-time, student position responsible for various roles during on-campus broadcast; primarily for athletics on ESPN+ and other broadcast partners on campus. This role requires training and expertise in a number of responsibilities on crew. This role and Butler Sports Live provide experiential learning opportunities meant to enhance overall learning outcomes at Butler and provide necessary skills for a range of careers in live sports broadcasting.

Work Schedule

Work Hours vary week-to-week depending on the home schedule from Butler Athletics and student availability.

Scheduling is collaborative: Students will be given the season’s broadcast schedule and asked for availability via a form for each game. Call sheets are made based on worker availability.

Students can expect to work the following hours per event. Start and end time depends on the start of the event. Normally evenings and weekends. Our peak times are fall and winter seasons with soccer and football through the basketball season.

Soccer = 4.5 to 6.5 hours

Football = 6 to 9 hours

Basketball = 4.5 to 6.5 hours Volleyball (with Tupelo) = 3 to 4 hours

While this role is hourly, the scheduling and crew operation runs similarly to freelancer industry standards and is flexible. This means that students will not be scheduled to work if they are unavailable for an event.

Position Responsibilities

Assist with the technical production of Butler Sports Live broadcasts.

Work a number of roles for various broadcasts including:

• Production Assistant/Utility
• Graphics Operator
• Replay Operator
• Show Director
• Show Producer
• Timeout Coordinator
• Other roles as assigned

Select crew will be responsible for all equipment setup.

All crew will be responsible for assisting with teardown after each event.

Required Qualifications

Actively Enrolled Student at Butler University

Successful Completion of SPM130 - Sports Production Lab with an A letter grade or special permission to join from the Butler Sports Live General Manager.

Available to work irregular hours including nights and weekends.

Complete required broadcast training before working a live event.

Attend a production meeting/orientation when required.

Arrive for the assigned crew call on time and remain through wrap.

Be able to follow direction from the producer, director, technical director, or supervisor.

Be able to properly care for and maintain broadcast equipment.

Demonstrate basic knowledge of live-production terminology and communication protocols.

Be able to work effectively under time pressure and in a live TV environment.

Maintain professional conduct around coworkers, athletes, coaches, officials, guests, and broadcast partners.

Follow all equipment, venue, and safety procedures.

Be able to lift, carry, or assist with production equipment appropriate to the assigned position.

Notify the supervisor as early as possible if they cannot fulfill an assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

Desire to pursue a career in Live Sports Broadcasting

Other Expectations

Maintain appropriate appearance for Butler Events; this includes not wearing logos from competing Butler Athletics Sponsors or any other teams.

Must wear appropriate shoes such as sneakers, boots and regular closed-toed shoes. No Slides or sandals.

Use saved game footage only for personal reels and resumes. No reposting or rebroadcasting.

Comply with University standards and policies.

About Us

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.