What We Are Looking For
The Associate Director of Broadcast Services serves as a key production leader within Baylor Athletics' Broadcast Services unit. This position is responsible for supporting the planning, production, execution, and continual improvement of live broadcasts, digital productions, press conferences, and other broadcast-related content initiatives.
Working under the direction of the Director of Broadcast Services, this position serves as a primary producer, director, replay operator, graphics operator, and technical production resource while supporting linear and digital broadcast initiatives. The Associate Director plays a critical role in training student personnel, supporting game-day operations, and ensuring the successful execution of Baylor Athletics broadcasts.
All applicants must be eligible to work in the US on a full time basis.
What Will You Do
Broadcast Production
- Serve as a producer, director, replay operator, graphics operator, or technical production lead for assigned broadcasts and productions.
- Support the production and execution of linear and digital broadcasts.
- Assist with event preparation, show execution, and post-event review processes.
- Execute production elements including replay, graphics, audio coordination, camera direction, and show operation.
- Support development and implementation of broadcast production workflows and operational standards.
- Assist with production setup, testing, and breakdown activities.
Assist with implementation and integration of feature content, promotional elements, commercials, and original programming assets within live broadcasts and digital productions.
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Press Conferences & Digital Content
- Produce, record, stream, and distribute Baylor Athletics press conferences, media availabilities, and related live content.
- Assist with creation and distribution of digital broadcast content supporting Baylor Athletics initiatives.
- Support content delivery workflows across digital platforms and internal distribution channels.
Ensure timely publication and accessibility of recorded content.
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Broadcast Archives & Media Management
- Maintain broadcast records, game melts, archived productions, and related production assets.
- Upload and distribute required content to conference repositories, network partners, and departmental storage systems.
- Assist with organization and management of broadcast assets within departmental storage platforms.
Support quality control and documentation of archived productions.
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Student Development & Workforce Support
- Assist with recruitment, training, scheduling, and mentorship of student broadcast personnel.
- Provide hands-on instruction and operational support during live productions.
- Help develop future broadcast talent through practical production experience and professional guidance.
Support staffing needs across annual broadcast productions and special assignments.
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Technical Operations
- Operate and troubleshoot broadcast production equipment and systems.
- Support control room operations including replay systems, graphics systems, audio systems, and broadcast software platforms.
- Collaborate with Broadcast Engineering personnel to ensure successful event execution.
- Assist with implementation of production technologies and workflow enhancements.
Maintain working knowledge of industry-standard broadcast equipment and production techniques.
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Leadership & Administration
- Support the Director of Broadcast Services in execution of daily broadcast operations.
- Maintain production documentation, operational records, and broadcast reports.
- Assist with scheduling, crew coordination, and production communication efforts.
- Manage game-day operational logistics for broadcast crews, hospitality coordination, crew support, and other production-related needs.
Represent Baylor Athletics in a professional manner while supporting departmental goals and objectives.
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Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Communications, Journalism, Media Production, Sports Management, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in live sports production, broadcast operations, digital media production, or a related field.
- Experience producing, directing, replay operating, graphics operating, or supporting live broadcasts and digital productions.
- Working knowledge of ESPN+, conference television requirements, live streaming platforms, and broadcast production workflows.
- Proficiency with broadcast production technologies, replay systems, graphics systems, audio systems, and related production software.
- Experience working with student personnel, freelance crews, or event staff preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the athletics calendar.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced live production environment.
Passion for collegiate athletics and live sports production.
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What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.
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