Producer, Broadcast Operations
About The Position
The Producer will be responsible for creating and developing content (including scripts) for live ACC Network sporting events, Coaches Shows, special segments, special stories and other athletic department programming used to promote BC athletics. The position will assist with other important aspects of Boston College’s ACC Network broadcasts. This includes production planning, production and collaborating with External Affairs, Athletic Communications and Interactive Media on the dissemination of content post production. This position is responsible for identifying and selecting (under the direction of the Executive Producer) professional game day personnel that will produce all live broadcasts. These staff members also include play by play announcers and color commentators. This responsibility also includes staying within a game day production budget given by the Assoc. Athletic Director- Technology and Broadcast Services. The Producer will also be asked to train production staff and supervise the progress of a live broadcast or taped project from pre-production to post-production. In addition, the position will also be responsible for using creative production techniques to enhance all network content. He/She must be able to collaborate with the network Director, other producers, engineers and other key participants about production details and to help facilitate the creation of the “run of show” for live broadcasts and all multimedia content. Additionally, the Producer must be able to operate (and instruct others) a camera and be able to record and edit video and sound projects, including selecting program format for final output, capturing/importing media, organizing raw media, editing footage and sound files, creating and inserting static and motion graphics, titling, adding music/voice-over/sfx, media management and archiving project media. The Producer must also be knowledgeable of the changing landscape of live broadcasts with respect to what’s new and accepted in the industry.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- 5+ years of experience in the broadcasting industry
- 4+ years of producing/directing linear and digital broadcasts
- 3+ years experience in video control room environment
- 3+ years experience in script contributing or writing
- Evening and weekend work is mandatory.
- Must be able to perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with all NCAA, ACC and institutional rules and regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Master's preferred
- Formal Experience/Education in Athletic Management is a plus
- Certified in Crestron Control Systems is a plus
Responsibilities
- Creating and developing content (including scripts) for live ACC Network sporting events, Coaches Shows, special segments, special interest stories and other athletic department programming.
- Assisting with production planning, production, and collaborating with External Affairs, Athletic Communications and Interactive Media on content dissemination.
- Identifying and selecting professional game day personnel, including play-by-play announcers and color commentators.
- Staying within a game day production budget.
- Training production staff and supervising the progress of live broadcasts or taped projects.
- Using creative production techniques to enhance network content.
- Collaborating with the network Director, other producers, engineers, and key participants on production details and facilitating the creation of the “run of show”.
- Operating a camera and instructing others on its use.
- Recording and editing video and sound projects, including selecting program format, capturing/importing media, organizing raw media, editing footage and sound files, creating and inserting graphics, titling, adding music/voice-over/sfx, media management, and archiving project media.
- Staying knowledgeable of the changing landscape of live broadcasts and industry trends.
Benefits
- Tuition remission for Employees
- Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
- Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Low-Cost Life Insurance
- Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
- Paid Holidays Annually
- Generous Sick and Vacation Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
