Assistant Director of Athletics HawkVision

University of Iowa • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks an Assistant Director, Athletics HawkVision. This is a full-time, at-will, FLSA-exempt position with full University benefits. The role coordinates the BTN Student U program, supports management of live event production, and enhances the image of the University of Iowa Athletic Department. The Department of Athletics is an NCAA Division I institution and Big Ten Conference member, managing 22 varsity sports programs and related events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic arts, information technology, design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience and extensive knowledge and ability to manage live sports broadcasts in an intercollegiate athletics setting.
• Ability to produce and manage a multiple-camera live-streaming production crew for an athletic event.
• Ability to direct multiple-camera live productions.
• Ability to use content management programs to deliver content.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Ability to collaborate with other external relations staff, such as marketing, athletic communications, and graphics staff, on group projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with a wide variety of internal and external university constituents, including central campus, media personnel, patrons, and vendors.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards.
• Ability to move and load 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to contribute successfully to a Division I athletics program.
• Experience and working knowledge of video production using professional-grade cameras and editing equipment, including basic understanding of video routing systems and broadcast studio production.
• Ability to coordinate and stream multiple live events simultaneously.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of and ability to use Adobe Creative Suite.
• Working knowledge of Ross Carbonite Systems or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of fiber optic transport and wireless intercom.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic IT and live video streaming issues.
• Ability to instruct others in basic shooting and editing techniques.
• Experience with online video-sharing platforms such as YouTube.
• Experience with control room audio boards, Dreamcatcher replay systems or equivalent, graphics programs, IT, and baseband routing systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the BTN Student U program.
• Support the management of live event production.
• Enhance the image of the University of Iowa Athletic Department.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Health, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
• Employer contributions into retirement plans.
• Exceptional health coverage and university-paid life insurance.
• Robust retirement plans and generous leave policies.
• 24/7 support services and well-being resources.
• Access to UI Health Care specialists.
• Advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level