Audio Engineer; Athletics)(Part-Time

Audio Engineer (Athletics) - Part Time - Multiple Positions

Posting Number: req
22877

Department: Administration and Athletics

Department Website:

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: 1 National Championship Drive, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics fostering a culture of integrity, innovation, and student-athlete success.

Creates and distributes news and programming that keeps the public engaged, informed, and entertained through audio, video, and written channels.

This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, holidays, and weekends, and travel as needed.

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• Sets up and manages all audio equipment, including microphones, mixing boards, and speakers.
• Mixes live audio during broadcasts, ensuring all sound elements are balanced and clear.
• Monitors audio levels throughout the broadcast to maintain consistency and clarity.
• Troubleshoots and resolves any audio issues that arise during live or recorded events.
• Coordinates with the Director and Producer to ensure that sound effects, music, and dialogue are integrated correctly.
• Ensures that all talent and crew have proper audio feeds and communication during the broadcast.
• Conducts regular maintenance on all audio equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Works with external sound vendors when necessary to augment or enhance audio setups.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Ability to problem solve and make decisions.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Dedication and motivation to initiate, lead and support value-added projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, and project a positive, professional attitude.
• Knowledge of NCAA, Big 12, and University rules and regulations related to position.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations.
• Outstanding organizational skills, including a strong design sense and close attention to detail.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Experience working with a prior college or university.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 10

Job FTE: .25

Job Category: Broadcasting and Journalism

Benefits Eligible: No Benefits

Rate of Pay: Depends on Experience

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 00

Compensation Guidance: The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Grade Range: represents a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level: PC2

Job Family: Athletics Broadcast

Job Function: Broadcasting & Journalism

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 10

Mike Patton
Director, Broadcast
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