Live Sports Broadcast Technician (Casual)

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

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.