Broadcast Producer - Broadcast Services

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Associate Athletic Director for Broadcast Services, the Broadcast Producer is responsible for producing broadcasts for the ESPN family of networks via the University of Arkansas Athletics sports programs. This position will require sports event coverage and television production as assigned requiring frequent nights, weekends, and holidays as to fulfill assigned duties. The position will coordinate, direct, and participate in the creative development and execution of live-game productions for the University of Arkansas as well as for ESPN/SEC Network. As a producer of a broadcast, the position will consist of coordinating with the graphics team, broadcast talent, broadcast director, communications staff and student staff to ensure broadcast standards are being upheld. The producer will lead the moment-to moment editorial direction of the show, regarding replay angles, graphics content and announcer information.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Media, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

Two years of editing experience in non-linear formats

Preferred Qualifications:

Extensive experience in creating and implementing graphics for sports broadcasts

Operational level experience in Electronic News Gathering (ENG) (field video camera, lighting, and related audio)

Experience in graphics creation software (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects)

Experience with Non-Linear Editing on the AVID platform

Experience broadcasting multiple sports across an academic year

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must possess excellent communication skills

Ability to clearly communicate project goals to all members of the production team

Must be able to work across and with departments to successfully portray the Arkansas Razorback brand

Proven ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines

Strong analytical and technical skills

Good instincts, creative ideas, leadership capabilities and ability to stay calm under intense pressure

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Jarred Witt, HR Coordinator - Athletics, jarredw@uark.edu