Student Assistant, Broadcasting and Big Screens

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Student Assistant for Broadcasting and Big Screens on the UT Main Campus. The role supports broadcasts, videoboard shows, and control room operations during athletic events.

Weekly hours are 20, with a focus on responsible conduct and adherence to university policies. Responsibilities include live graphics and replay operation, camera work, content creation, and coordination with the Intercollegiate Athletics department.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a camera for live sports or events.
• Basic knowledge of Adobo Photoshop, Premiere Pro, or After Effects is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with others and follow instructions.
• Customer service and communication skills.
• Professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a live graphics operator on ROSS Xpression.
• Serve as a live replay operator on the Evertz Dreamcatcher.
• Operate Daktronics Show Control to publish content across LED boards.
• Work as a camera operator for live gameplay and promotions.
• Create and organize content for control room systems and infrastructure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Live graphics operation

Live replay operation

Camera operation

Content creation

Professional demeanor

Teamwork & independence

Education

None

Tools

ROSS Xpression

Evertz Dreamcatcher

Daktronics Show Control

Job description

Student Assistant, Broadcasting and Big Screens

Hiring Department: Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 20

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes: Texas Athletics will define what it means to be the world's best intercollegiate athletics program, instilling passion, knowledge, and character for all student-athletes to compete to win, to succeed academically, to achieve their dreams in life, and to contribute to society. Our mission is to prepare students to win with integrity-in academics, in athletics and in life.

Purpose

Broadcast & Big Screens student assistants will contribute in multiple facets to broadcasts and videoboard shows during Texas Athletic events, in addition to assisting with other control room duties on non-event days.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a live graphics operator on ROSS Xpression
• Serve as a live replay operator on the Evertz Dreamcatcher
• Operate Daktronics Show Control to publish content across multiple LED boards throughout Texas Athletics venues
• Work as a camera operator for live gameplay and other promotions
• Create and organize content for all control room systems and infrastructure
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Consistently exemplify the core values and quality service standards of Texas Athletics
• Always act ethically
• Proactively seek guidance when unsure or unclear of a law, rule or policy applicable to you or your department/sport program
• Actively participate in assigned education and training programs
• Comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System, The University of Texas at Austin, NCAA, Conference, or other governing body, including state and federal laws
• Annually obtain prior written approval and report all outside activities and outside income
• Report knowledge of, or reasonable cause to believe, violation(s) of state or federal laws, policies, rules, or regulations of the University, Conference, or NCAA to IA ARMCS or IA HR
• Fully cooperate with any investigation by providing complete and accurate information when requested to do so by Texas Athletics and/or the NCAA and do not influence others in any way during an investigation
• In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Texas Education Code Sec. 51.252, this position may be a Non-Confidential Employee as defined by University policies on Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Interpersonal Violence and Stalking. As a Non-Confidential Employee, individuals employed in this position will report incidents of such prohibited conduct to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator as required by applicable law or University policy. An employee who does not report an incident or who makes a false report is subject to termination and may be charged with a criminal offense (Class A or Class B misdemeanor). For more information about employee responsibilities under Title IX, including information about confidential employee reporting exceptions, please visit the Title IX website at http://titleix.utexas.edu.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a camera for live sports or special events
• Basic knowledge of Adobo Photoshop, Premier Pro, or After Effects a plus
• Ability to collaborate with others and follow instructions
• Customer service and communication skills.
• Professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Salary Range

$8.25/hour

Working Conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• May work around standard office conditions
• Use of manual dexterity
• Climbing of stairs
• Climbing of ladders
• Some heavy lifting may be required
• Constant movement in inclement or extreme weather

Work Shift

Varies; Will include nights and weekends

Required Materials

Resume/CV

Employment Eligibility

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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