GCU Athletics Media Production - Livestream​/Broadcast Crew; FWS​/NFWS

GCU Athletics Livestream/Broadcast Crew Member

Grand Canyon University Athletics is seeking GCU Athletics Livestream/Broadcast Crew members to support the mission of Grand Canyon University through GCU's Athletics Department.

The purpose of the GCU Athletics Livestream/Broadcast Crew member is to assist with production of live athletics events for the Athletics Department. This includes pre-production, production and post-production live streamed athletics events and also includes assisting on creative video content.

This job has hours that vary based on the Athletic Events Schedule and hours aren't guaranteed. This position is for those looking for experience in the live/broadcast production field. This job will require working evenings and weekends.

It is fun and exciting, but a lot of hard work. Please apply if you are ready to roll up your sleeves and become part of a dynamic team of hard-working video professionals!

Areas of coverage include:

• Primary role is live streaming athletic games/matches
• Studio shoots (media days/recruiting shoots)
• Press conferences
• Special events
• Community outreach
• Other misc. athletic needs
• Able to work on expedited timeline
• Organizing and archive management, inputting metadata for video footage

Responsibilities related to purpose:

• Serving as crew members on live athletic productions.
• Current sports live streamed include:
  Men's & Women's Soccer, Men's & Women's Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Baseball, and Softball (note: other sports may be added over time)
• A crew member position on each event includes camera operators, replay operators, graphics operators, directors/producers, and with audition can serve as on-air commentators
• Assisting full-time staff in production of content related to social media, video board, broadcast, live streams, other events.
• If skilled with creative video, videography for sporting events, practices, and other athletic related events.
• Video content includes highlight videos, longform stories, interviews, features, hype videos, promos, and more.
• Assisting with pre-production and planning for both live broadcasts and on location filming such as scheduling film shoots, writing interview questions, creating live event breakdowns, and more.
• Aiding in data management and organization of digital assets.

Equipment used & responsibility:

• Live event equipment – Motion Rocket Graphics operation, 3
  
  Play replay Operation, Black Magic or Sony Cameras
• Working knowledge of Sony Video Cameras is a plus
• Working knowledge of Sony Lenses is a plus
• Basic knowledge editing software such as Adobe Creative Cloud or Final Cut Pro
• Frame.io for video uploads & workflow

Qualifications:

• A passion and understanding of sports and sports terminology.
• A successful student candidate must showcase an excellent eye for creating captivating video, outstanding video production skills, deadline driven and well-developed sense of urgency.
• Basic knowledge of camera operation, which includes operating a camera in a live event.
• Flexible schedule
• Can showcase outstanding judgment in selection of b-roll and sound bites.
• Ability to work and think quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates the ability to conduct interviews with a variety of subjects and extract meaningful information.
• Being able to work independently and in a group.
• Ability to be a self-starter, learn new skills, and learn new software.
• Skills and experience in creative video a bonus.

Experience/

Education:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor's program or Master's program.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay rate:
Minimum wage. Anticipated end date:
June 30, 2027.