Brown Sports Network Production Crew

Overview

Brown Sports Network Production Crew at Brown University. Part-time, 11-month seasonal position located in Providence, Rhode Island. The Brown Sports Network produces live broadcasts of Brown University Athletics varsity sports, viewable on ESPN+, NESN, NESN+, and Stretch. Production Crew members operate cameras, graphics, replay, or other production equipment to create professional level broadcasts.

• Setup of production equipment (e.g., tripods, cameras, cabling).
• Pulling, running, and wrapping cables.
• Operate production equipment based on skill level (e.g., camera, graphics, 3
  
  Play, Tricaster, Audio, Official Review, TOC).
• Communicate with production crew, officials, and broadcasters.
• Tear down and organize equipment after events.
• Other tasks based on experience and specific job duties within production (e.g., camera operator framing, replay operator melts post game).

Entry into the candidate pool requires a broad understanding of the workflow of a live event, camera operation, and framing. An ideal candidate will have experience running professional level broadcast cameras—both shoulder mounted and tripod—as well as experience in a control room setting operating 3

Play, AJT graphics, Newtek Tricasters, directing multi-camera productions, and basic troubleshooting of equipment.

Note there are three experience levels within the Brown Sports Network Production Crew position; we encourage all to apply:

Basic: Basic knowledge of broadcasts, broadcast cameras (shoulder and mounted), understanding of framing and camera directions. Looking to learn and gain additional experience in broadcast production.

Experienced: Experienced camera operator with ability to operate most equipment in the control room such as 3play, graphics, and audio. Knowledge of cables, their uses, how to set up and tear down equipment independently with the ability to assist others.

Veteran: Veteran with experience in all aspects of production, with the ability to direct certain multi-camera broadcasts. Exceptional camera operators who can anticipate shots and adapt to broadcasters, plus troubleshooting, workflows, and fiber/fiber converters. Able to lead setup of production equipment and tear down equipment independently without damaging gear.

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; duties are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA and Ivy League rules. Any known or suspected violations should be reported. Coaching staff must pass the NCAA Coaches Certification Test, maintain current AED/CPR & First Aid certification (free through the Division), and attend required divisional and/or NCAA training programs.

Background Check – Criminal, Education. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits of Working at Brown: Information on benefits can be found here.

Recruiting

Start Date:

Job Posting

Title:

Brown Sports Network Production Crew

Department: Athletics and Recreation

Grade: Grade 8

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type: Part time

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

10

Position

Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines: Applications must be submitted for each position; include a cover letter and resume with each application. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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