Associate Director of Big Screens

Baylor University•Waco, TX

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director of Big Screens serves as a key contributor within Baylor Athletics' videoboard and game presentation unit. This position supports the planning, execution, and continual enhancement of videoboard productions, sponsorship integrations, fan engagement initiatives, and in-venue entertainment experiences across Baylor Athletics venues. Working under the direction of the Director of Big Screens, this position supports Baylor Athletics' videoboard and game presentation efforts through event execution, content creation, technical operations, and student workforce development. The Associate Director plays a critical role in supporting game-day operations, content management, student development, and the successful execution of Baylor Athletics' in-venue productions. All applicants must be eligible to work in the US on a full time basis.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Sports Management, Marketing, Media Production, or a related field.
1-2 years of experience in game presentation, live event production, videoboard operations, digital media production, or a related field.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the athletics calendar.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced live event environment.
Passion for collegiate athletics and creating exceptional fan experiences.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Daktronics, Ross Tessera, Adobe Creative Suite, motion graphics, video editing, replay systems, game presentation technologies, or related production platforms preferred.
Experience working with student personnel, event staff, or freelance operators preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a director and videoboard operator for assigned Baylor Athletics events.
Support execution of videoboard productions, replay elements, graphics integration, sponsorship fulfillment, fan prompts, entertainment features, and other visual game presentation assets.
Assist with preparation, organization, upload, quality control, and deployment of videoboard content.
Operate and maintain proficiency with Daktronics Show Control, Ross Tessera, replay systems, graphics systems, and related game presentation technologies.
Support event preparation, game-day execution, and post-event evaluation processes.
Assist in identifying opportunities to enhance videoboard presentations, improve workflows, and elevate the overall fan experience.
Work collaboratively with Fan Experience personnel to develop, enhance, and execute game presentation elements that support departmental objectives and elevate the fan experience.
Coordinate implementation of videoboard content, replay elements, graphics, sponsorship integrations, fan prompts, entertainment features, and other visual game presentation assets.
Collaborate with Football Creative, All-Sport Creative, Baylor+, Athletics Communications, Fan Experience, and other internal stakeholders to integrate intro videos, hype videos, feature content, motion graphics, and promotional assets into videoboard productions.
Assist with execution and fulfillment of sponsored videoboard elements, commercials, promotions, and other contractual obligations.
Support implementation and enhancement of game presentation concepts, fan engagement initiatives, and in-venue entertainment strategies.
Create and edit videoboard content supporting game presentation, fan engagement initiatives, sponsorship fulfillment, and in-venue entertainment efforts.
Develop short-form hype videos, fan engagement content, promotional features, sponsored content, and videoboard assets for use during athletic events and special presentations.
Manage the recording, organization, editing, and implementation of Fan Experience content station elements captured during content days, ensuring assets are prepared for use across videoboard productions and game presentation initiatives.
Create and modify motion graphics utilizing Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Ross Tessera, Photoshop, and established departmental templates.
Assist in maintaining a current library of videoboard content, graphics packages, sponsorship assets, and game presentation resources.
Assist with recruitment, training, scheduling, supervision, and mentorship of student videoboard personnel and freelance operators.
Provide hands-on instruction and operational support during live productions.
Support staffing, scheduling, and operational coverage needs across videoboard productions and assigned athletic events.
Assist with development of future game presentation and videoboard operators through practical event experience and professional guidance.
Operate and troubleshoot videoboard systems, replay systems, graphics systems, and related game presentation technologies.
Collaborate with Broadcast Engineering personnel to support successful event execution.
Assist with implementation of new technologies and workflow enhancements.
Maintain working knowledge of industry-standard game presentation and videoboard technologies.
Support the Director of Big Screens in execution of daily videoboard operations.
Maintain content archives, operational records, and game presentation documentation.
Assist with event coordination, production communication, and operational planning efforts.
Assist with game-day operational logistics, including preparation of content, staffing support, and other production-related needs.
Represent Baylor Athletics in a professional manner while supporting departmental goals and objectives.