Live Sports Broadcast Producer & Director (ESPN+)

University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

UNH Wildcat Productions is seeking an experienced broadcast production professional to support the production of live athletic events for ESPN+, regional television broadcasts, videoboard presentations, and digital platforms.

This position will work alongside full-time staff, freelance professionals, and student crew members to deliver high-quality broadcasts and enhance the fan experience for UNH Athletics.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in live television, sports broadcasting, digital production, or related media environments
• Strong leadership and communication abilities in high-pressure live events
• Experience collaborating with staff, students, coaches, officials, and event personnel

Responsibilities

• Serve in lead or supporting production roles (producer, director, replay operator, graphics operator, technical director, audio engineer, or production coordinator)
• Provide leadership and mentorship to student production staff during live events
• Assist in planning and execution of ESPN+ broadcasts and other live productions
• Help maintain professional broadcast standards and ensure quality control during productions
• Troubleshoot technical and operational issues in real time during live events
• Assist with training and development of student crew members on production equipment and workflows
• Collaborate with athletics communications, marketing, and external relations staff to support storytelling and promotional initiatives
• Recommend workflow improvements and production enhancements that elevate broadcast quality

Skills

Live television production

Sports broadcasting

Directing

Producing

Replay operation

Graphics

Camera operation

Audio engineering

Technical troubleshooting

Leadership & mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Production, Communications, Journalism, Media Arts, or related field

Tools

Broadcast replay systems

Graphics systems

Audio consoles

Video switchers

Streaming platforms

ESPN+ workflows

Job description

UNH Wildcat Productions is seeking an experienced broadcast production professional to support the production of live athletic events for ESPN+, regional television broadcasts, videoboard presentations, and digital platforms.

This position will work alongside full-time staff, freelance professionals, and student crew members to deliver high-quality broadcasts and enhance the fan experience for UNH Athletics.