Director of Video Communications and Broadcast Services

The American Athletic Conference is accepting applications for the position of Director of Video Communications and Broadcast Services. The position reports directly to the Assistant Commissioner for Communications and External Relations and will work collaboratively with the Director of Video Communications and Reporter.SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND EXAMPLES OF DUTIESThe Director of Video Communications and Broadcast Services will be the primary producer of The American's video content to promote the Conference's 20 sports. The individual will manage a comprehensive plan for the creation of video content and have strong written and communication skills. Specific responsibilities and duties include:Develop comprehensive video content strategies across all digital platforms (YouTube, X, Facebook, Instagram and TheAmerican.org) to enhance fan engagement.Generate creative assets and programming to be used by the Conference and ESPN and for social and digital media that promotes the Conference's brand identity.Oversee the scheduling, maintenance and daily operation of the Conference's video control room, recording studio, and all video-related equipment.Collaborate with the Director of Video Communications and Reporter to establish production and distribution schedules for daily, weekly and season-long studio programming.Direct all elements of content and video production, including shooting, editing, graphics and lighting.Serve as the lead producer of video content for the league's official digital platforms.Oversee the live streaming of conference championships and events on ESPN+.Oversee the archiving and maintenance of footage, highlights, melts and original content using Catapult.Monitor emerging trends in video/digital communications.Assist with the design and implementation of graphics for digital network broadcasts and shows.Collaborate and produce features, profiles, and other original video content for Conference and ESPN+ broadcasts with member institutions.Direct production of non-exclusive shoulder programming for ESPN+.Maintain familiarity with the Ross XPression platform for graphic production.Travel and represent the Conference at championships and regular-season events as needed to assist with content creation and/or ESPN+ coverage.Ensure working knowledge on all NCAA compliance issues that pertain to communications matters.Assist with other Conference-related functions as assigned.THE ROLE AND CANDIDATE PROFILEThe successful candidate must have a combination of a bachelor's degree and five to seven years of experience creating, producing and managing digital content, preferably working in sports. The individual will execute the strategic and creative vision for The American’s video content and direct the production of original content for the Conference and its media partners, including digital platforms and social media accounts, in-venue video boards and television commercials. The candidate will serve as a liaison with ESPN and with member institutions and will support the implementation and integration of ESPN+ shoulder programming for the Conference.The candidate should have practical experience and demonstrated technical skills in videography and postproduction (using Final Cut Pro and/or Adobe Premiere Pro). Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and experience working with X, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube are also required. Experience working within an athletic department or conference office at the collegiate level is preferred.The individual must have the ability to work well with a variety of constituents, including conference staff, and administrators and staff at member institutions.Night and weekend work will be required. The anticipated start date is October 21, 2024.A letter of application, resume, examples of work, and a list of at least three professional references should be forwarded via email to:Chuck SullivanAssistant Commissioner for Communicationscsullivan@theamerican.org

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