"Technical Director/Video Engineer - Technical Control (Athletics) (Part-Time) (Multiple Positions)"

Technical Director/Video Engineer - Technical Control (Athletics) (Part-Time) (Multiple Positions)

Company: The University of Arizona

Job Location: Tucson, Arizona

Category: Athletics - Athletic Administration

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Posting Number: req22772

Department: Administration and Athletics

Location: Main Campus

Address: 1 National Championship Drive, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics fostering a culture of integrity, innovation, and student-athlete success.

The Technical Director/Video Engineer - Technical Control creates and distributes news and programming that keeps the public engaged, informed, and entertained through audio, video, and written channels.

This position requires the ability work a flexible schedule, including nights, holidays, and weekends, and travel as needed.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Operates the video switcher, controlling cuts between cameras, replays, and other video sources.
• Collaborates with the Director to build the conceptual look and feel of the show through visual transitions and effects.
• Oversees the management of all incoming video signals, line patching, and routing.
• Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues related to video feeds, signals, and switcher functionality.
• Manages the setup and operation of video switcher systems, ensuring seamless execution during live broadcasts.
• Works with the Audio Engineer and Replay Operator to integrate sound and video elements.
• Coordinates with the utility team for cabling and equipment setup related to video operations.
• Conducts regular maintenance and checks on all video-related equipment to ensure functionality.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to problem solve and make decisions
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions
• Dedication and motivation to initiate, lead and support value-added projects
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, and project a positive, professional attitude
• Knowledge of NCAA, Big 12, and University rules and regulations related to position
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations
• Outstanding organizational skills, including a strong design sense and close attention to detail

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with a prior college or university.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: Varies

Job FTE: 0.25

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Broadcasting and Journalism

Benefits Eligible: No Benefits

Rate of Pay: Depends on Experience

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 00

Career Stream and Level: PC2

Job Family: Athletics Broadcast

Job Function: Broadcasting & Journalism

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 10

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

Special Instructions to Applicant: Please submit Resume, Cover Letter, and the answers to the following questions as the Additional Document. Thank You.

1. Describe your knowledge and understanding of NCAA and Big-12 rules and regulations, as they pertain to recruitment and regulations?
2. Please list below any experience you have had since 2015 with high school or college student-athletes. This includes working or volunteering in any capacity with a high school, AAU, sports club, junior college or 4-year institution student-athlete, athletics team or department.
3. Applicants for this position are subject to the following NCAA Bylaws 11.4.2, 11.4.2.1, 11.4.2.2, 11.4.3, 11.4.3.1, 11.4.3.2, 11.4.4, 11.4.4.1, and 11.4.4.2. You may be asked about these Bylaws in an interview, and you may be asked to sign a future affirmation confirming the same prior to or upon your employment by The University of Arizona, if you are selected for employment. Do you understand that by submitting your application for employment you are affirming that you have read these Bylaws, and that such Bylaws would not preclude your employment by The University of Arizona?
4. Are you the parent, coach, relative or guardian of a prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade or 7-12 grade for men's basketball or junior college student) in the sport of men's basketball, women's basketball or football or have any other type of association with any prospective student-athlete in the sports of men's basketball, women's basketball or football? If yes, please explain.
5. Is your potential employment within the athletic department conditioned upon the enrollment of any prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade, 7-12 grade for men's basketball or junior college) in the sport of men's basketball, women's basketball or football? If Yes, please explain.
6. Do you understand that failure to disclose any information related to your affiliation with a prospective student-athlete (student in 9-12 grade, 7-12 grade for men's basketball or junior college) in the sports of football, men's basketball or women's basketball might render your application ineligible for consideration?