Primary Purpose:
The Broadcaster provides coverage of the sporting events held at University of the Pacific in an enthusiastic and engaging manner during the entire event.
Essential Functions
- Shares commentary, game analysis, and personal experiences with spectators and listeners during sporting events.
- Provides dynamic in-game activity engagement.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in communication, broadcasting, or a related field.
- Knowledgeable in sport terminology.
- Knowledge of various streaming platforms and equipment needed to broadcast the stream.
- Strong communication and speaking skills.
- Experience with calling sport activity play-by-play.
- Experience as a color commentator.
- Experience with broadcasting Division I sporting events and/or broadcasting at the professional level.
- Ability to work in coordination with other game operation staff.
- Ability to improvise.
- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Standing or sitting for extended periods of time. Working in confined spaces. Possible exposure to loud noises.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel
Work performed during irregular hours. May require nights and weekends, some holidays.
Hiring Range
$20-$25 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
To Apply
To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/32590