Director of Broadcast - Murray State University

LEARFIELD • Murray, KY

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Broadcasting delivers live, high-energy, play-by-play radio broadcasts for the Murray State University, bringing to life for radio listeners with vivid play-by-play commentary, engaging analysis, and seamless integration of scores, stats, and stories. Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield’s presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With data-based solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors’ Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions. Our people-first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans. The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work. Our Mission Powering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love. Our Core Values Build Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have Fun

Requirements

• 6+ years experience in sports broadcasting, preferably play-by-play on radio (college, minor league, or pro).
• Expert-level understanding of [e.g., football/basketball/baseball] rules, strategies, and history.
• Proficient with radio equipment, audio production software, and live remote broadcasting.
• Clear, energetic, authoritative voice with impeccable timing and pronunciation.
• Multi-Sport Versatility: Experience calling multiple sports (e.g., football, basketball, baseball).

Nice To Haves

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Journalism, Communications, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver live radio Play-by-Play: Provide real-time, detailed descriptions of game action, player performances, scores, and momentum shifts to paint a vivid picture for radio audiences.
• Pre- and Post-Game Shows: Host engaging pre-game previews, halftime updates, and post-game recaps, including interviews with players, coaches, and fans.
• Research and Preparation: Study rosters, stats, team histories, and game strategies; create spotting charts and notes for seamless broadcasts.
• Collaborate with Color Commentary: Work alongside analysts to enhance broadcasts with insights, anecdotes, and expert analysis.
• Content Creation: Produce highlights, podcasts, and social media clips; may assist with sports news updates or station promos.
• Travel and Flexibility: Broadcast on-site at games (nights, weekends, holidays); handle remote setups when needed.
• Community Engagement: Represent the network at events, promotions, and sponsor activations.
• Other related duties a assigned.

Benefits

• Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability.
• Leave benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.
• Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees