"Athletics Assistant Director of Video Operations - 202894"

Athletics Assistant Director of Video Operations - 202894

Western Carolina University

Department: Office of Athletic Programs

About WCU:

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes Best Employers lists each year. Including: 2025 - Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes Americas Best Employers by State list. 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries. 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries. 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes Americas Best Employers by State list. Western Carolina University is the UNC systems westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary:

The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The Western Carolina University Athletics Department is seeking a qualified individual for a full-time position creating and producing video content and digital media for the athletics department.

The Assistant Director of Video Services will directly report to the Director of Video Operations and ultimately to the Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations within the departments External Affairs. This position will include a wide range of electronic media duties, including direct video content creation, live event streaming, and broadcast production of home athletic events and coaches shows during the year, assisting in the supervision of a production staff, and aiding in the development and implementation of media-based marketing plans.

The Assistant Director of Video Services will be assigned responsibilities, including, but not limited to:

1. Assist with and/or produce video streams of live, home WCU athletic events through the ESPN or corresponding platform to meet the contractual obligations of the department
2. Work in concert with the live video production workforce that consists of full-time WCU Athletics staff, student, and temporary/part-time employees
3. Assist in the management of the inventory of equipment used by the video production crew
4. With the WCU Director of Marketing, assist in the production of materials and content for the in-arena video boards at the football stadium and within the Ramsey Center for university events, not just limited to athletics
5. Working with the Director of Creative Content, assist in the development of initiatives in online multimedia, i.e., previews, highlights, features, for use on the Athletics website and social media platforms
6. Create digital media as needed, including video promotional materials, graphic design elements, etc., that assist with external operations of ticketing, marketing, fundraising and overall

This position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to work across multiple departments within and external to the Athletic Department. Flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend hours, are required. Candidates should be team-oriented, bring a positive attitude to the office, and willing to work irregular hours and under a deadline. Demonstrate high levels of energy, creativity, and initiative.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position:

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America without the need for employer sponsorship or any other immigration-related assistance.

Bachelors degree in broadcast or video production, communication, media, sport management, or a related field, with at least one (1) year of experience in live video production. Or relevant work experience in the field of live event video production.

Preferred Qualifications:

General knowledge of both sports and of video production (cameras, video equipment, formats, editing and producing, etc.); experience in producing game-day video content and directing/producing live events proficiency in Adobe Premiere video editing software system (or equivalent) and a post-production system; knowledge of audio/video production techniques and standards; ability to conceptualize and create compelling photographic and video narratives on deadline; experience with other items such as Ross Video switchers and software including Ross Xpressions graphics, editing programs such as Adobe Audition, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator (i.e., Adobe Creative Suite) are a plus, as is knowledge of Daktronics video and scoreboards.

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must apply online in order to be considered.

Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of references (with complete contact information). Highlight or demo reels, examples of work are recommended and can be uploaded under the 'portfolio' applicant document.

For questions or additional information, please contact Associate Athletic Director for Media Relations, Daniel Hooker at (828) 227-2339 or dhooker@email.wcu.edu or visit online at www.CatamountSports.com.