Crew Member - Butler Sports Live

Butler University • Indianapolis, IN

61d • Onsite

About The Position

Production Crew for Butler Sports Live is a part-time, student position responsible for various roles during on-campus broadcast; primarily for athletics on ESPN+ and other broadcast partners on campus. This role requires training and expertise in a number of responsibilities on crew. This role and Butler Sports Live provide experiential learning opportunities meant to enhance overall learning outcomes at Butler and provide necessary skills for a range of careers in live sports broadcasting.

Requirements

• Actively Enrolled Student at Butler University
• Successful Completion of SPM130 - Sports Production Lab with an A letter grade or special permission to join from the Butler Sports Live General Manager.
• Available to work irregular hours including nights and weekends.
• Complete required broadcast training before working a live event.
• Attend a production meeting/orientation when required.
• Arrive for the assigned crew call on time and remain through wrap.
• Be able to follow direction from the producer, director, technical director, or supervisor.
• Be able to properly care for and maintain broadcast equipment.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of live-production terminology and communication protocols.
• Be able to work effectively under time pressure and in a live TV environment.
• Maintain professional conduct around coworkers, athletes, coaches, officials, guests, and broadcast partners.
• Follow all equipment, venue, and safety procedures.
• Be able to lift, carry, or assist with production equipment appropriate to the assigned position.
• Notify the supervisor as early as possible if they cannot fulfill an assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Desire to pursue a career in Live Sports Broadcasting
• Maintain appropriate appearance for Butler Events; this includes not wearing logos from competing Butler Athletics Sponsors or any other teams.
• Must wear appropriate shoes such as sneakers, boots and regular closed-toed shoes. No Slides or sandals.
• Use saved game footage only for personal reels and resumes. No reposting or rebroadcasting.
• Comply with University standards and policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the technical production of Butler Sports Live broadcasts.
• Work a number of roles for various broadcasts including: Production Assistant/Utility, Camera Operator, Audio Operator, Graphics Operator, Replay Operator, Show Director, Show Producer, Timeout Coordinator, Talent Roles (PxP/Analyst/Sideline Reporter), Other roles as assigned.
• Select crew will be responsible for all equipment setup.
• All crew will be responsible for assisting with teardown after each event.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed