Director of Creative Video, Athletics

Gondola; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A university athletic department is seeking a Director of Creative Video to produce engaging video content for sporting events. Responsibilities include creating commercials, highlight videos, and enhancing game-day atmosphere. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years in video production, showcasing strong storytelling abilities and teamwork. This role is based in Fort Collins, Colorado, and requires a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in video production or creative video content.
• Demonstrated understanding of visual composition and storytelling.
• Ability to work individually and in a team.
• Strong storytelling and visual composition skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with strong planning.

Responsibilities

• Create video content such as commercials and highlight videos.
• Travel with teams to gather content.
• Assist in developing event production content.
• Attend live events and produce in-game social content.
• Manage, train and coordinate student workers; ensure compliance with NCAA rules.

Skills

Video production

Storytelling

Camera operation

Lighting

Audio production

Organization

Communication

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Video production equipment

Job description

# Director of Creative Video, Athletics## •### @csuathleticsPosted on 10/16/2025•Full-time## Job DescriptionThe Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I-FBS and the Mountain West Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.Position SummaryThe Director of Creative Video conceptualizes, executes, and delivers creative video content for Colorado State University Athletics. Individual’s primary duty involves the performance of work requiring imagination, originality and talent in creation of artistic video content that enhances and extends the Colorado State Athletics brand; individual also collaborates with multiple internal and external constituent groups to identify and capture stories; institutes best practices; assists with development of unit workflows to produce ample and timely content; is actively involved in the game-day atmosphere; and cultivates fan engagement and affinity through effective story telling.Required Job Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree* Experience employing and/or operating various cameras, lighting, audio and other video production equipment required* Minimum of 3 years of previous experience in video production or creative video content (intern, GA and professional experience applicable)* Demonstrated understanding of and competency with visual composition and storytelling* Ability to adapt to the ever-changing video production industry* Ability to work on projects individually as well as within a team* Excellent attention to detail as well as strong organizational, communication, and planning skills* Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.Preferred Job Qualifications* Knowledge of applicable NCAA rules and regulations; willingness to report any rules violations; commitment to the Department’s culture of compliance* Commitment to performing duties within the parameters of institutional control and to conduct all activities in compliance with NCAA, Mountain West conference and Colorado State University rules and regulationsEssential DutiesJob Duty CategoryVideo ProductionJob Duty CategoryVideo ProductionDuty/Responsibility* Create video content including commercials, highlight videos, features, previews, recaps, and other editing responsibilities* Create video content for various social media platforms including but not limited to multimedia audio/video, animation, graphics, and sponsorable content* Travel with teams when applicable to determine and gather appropriate content for future productions* Expected to attend live events and produce social content in-game* Design and create artistic video content that enhances the CSU BrandPercentage Of Time: 75Job Duty CategoryEvent ProductionDuty/Responsibility* Assist in development of event production content including opens, headshots, in-game features, post-game highlights and sponsorship elements* Create content that enhances the game-day atmospherePercentage Of Time: 15Job Duty CategoryManagementDuty/Responsibility* Manage, train and coordinate student workers* Provide support for non-athletics projects as required* Ensure compliance with all departmental, University, conference and NCAA procedures, rules and regulations* Perform other duties as assignedPercentage Of Time: 10Application DetailsSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsTo apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s LicenseSearch Contactath\[e-mail] State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Background Check Policy StatementColorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.## References RequestedReferences RequestedMinimum Requested3Maximum Requested3LocationOn-siteFort Collins, ColoradoPayPay not disclosedSimilar roles/responsibilitiesCreative DirectorVideographerVideo Editor