Athletics Assistant Director of Video Operations

Position: Athletics Assistant Director of Video Operations - #202894
Location: Cullowhee

Posting Number EHRA
1025P Quick Link for Internal Postings (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Classification Title Visual Arts Specialist I Working Title Athletics Assistant Director of Video Operations - #202894 Department Office of Athletic Programs Anticipated Hiring Range Based on qualifications/experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions. About WCU

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:

* 2025 - Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.

* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.

* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.

* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.

Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan.

Optional disability plans are also available.

Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year.

Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary

The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The Western Carolina University Athletics Department is seeking a qualified individual for a full-time position creating and producing video content and digital media for the athletics department.

The Assistant Director of Video Services will directly report to the Director of Video Operations and ultimately to the Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations within the department's External Affairs. This position will include a wide range of electronic media duties, including direct video content creation, live event streaming, and broadcast production of home athletic events and coaches' shows during the year, assisting in the supervision of a production staff, and aiding in the development and implementation of media-based marketing plans.

The Assistant Director of Video Services will be assigned responsibilities, including, but not limited to:

* Assist with and/or produce video streams of live, home WCU athletic events through the ESPN or corresponding platform to meet the contractual obligations of the department

* Work in concert with the live video production workforce that consists of full-time WCU Athletics staff, student, and temporary/part-time employees

* Assist in the management of the inventory of equipment used by the video production crew

* With the WCU Director of Marketing, assist in the production of materials and content for the in-arena video boards at the football stadium and within the Ramsey Center for university events, not just limited to athletics

* Working with the Director of Creative Content, assist in the development of initiatives in online multimedia, i.e., previews, highlights, features, for use on the Athletics website and social media platforms

* Create digital media as needed, including video promotional materials, graphic design elements, etc., that assist with external operations of ticketing, marketing, fundraising and overall

This position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to work across multiple departments within and external to the Athletic Department. Flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend hours, are required. Candidates should be team-oriented, bring a positive attitude to the office, and willing to work irregular hours and under a deadline. Demonstrate high levels of energy, creativity, and initiative.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be legally…