Broadcast events technician
Location
Minnesota | United States
Job description
Job ID: 359735
About the Job The Broadcast & Events Technician will be a key member of
Gopher Athletics' game presentation and events execution team- reporting to the Athletics Broadcast Engineer as part of Gopher Digital
Productions' (GDP) Live team.
Job Duties:
Athletic Event Support: 30%
*
During events, serve as a liaison between the athletic venues and our control rooms and national and local broadcast TV partners to
facilitate readiness for game days and troubleshoot issues.
* Work with the Broadcast Engineer to oversee the management of game
presentation audio production, in-arena staff communication (wired and wireless headsets), and setup/upkeep of DV Sport replay
equipment
Lead GDP Rental and Recruiting Events: 30%
* Serve as a primary contact for the GDP
Live Team with other units and teams, working to understand the scope of technology needs of rental and recruiting events within our
athletic facilities.
* Schedule staff, allocate technology resources and communicate details related to these events. Collaborate with
other GDP members in this process.
A/V & Broadcast Equipment Upkeep and Repair 30%:
* Help
maintain, repair, troubleshoot and manage broadcast, AV and control room technology and infrastructure within athletics venues.
* Support
others within athletics such as facilities managers, athletics IT and other GDP staffers on the service and functionality of Athletics A/V
projects (installation, repairs, troubleshooting) across all sport facilities.
Future Planning:
5%
Consistently helping identify and implement opportunities for workflow efficiencies.
Assist the Broadcast
Engineer with efforts to add, expand and maintain production related equipment & infrastructure within each athletic facility and central
video production control rooms.
Systems Training and other duties as assigned: 5%
Take applicable
training courses (online or in-person) and gain relevant certifications to learn about audio and video technologies utilized within
athletics facilities. Support additional priorities as identified by department leadership.
Base Salary range: $44,000-45,000 (+
eligible for overtime)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: - A BA/BS
degree in a field related to the position; OR a combination of related education and work experience equal four
(4) years.
- Solid understanding of audio and video systems including but not limited to intercom systems, audio mixers, audio
over IP, microphones, projectors, TV RF distribution, and technology unification control systems.
- Ability to stay abreast
and learn new software and technology quickly and independently
- Strong & professional written and verbal communication skills
with attention to detail
- Teamwork mindset and collaborative work ethic. Works well with others as well as
independently.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs, bend, kneel and work on ladders/lifts
- Ability to maintain
a schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays
- Basic networking skills (IP Address Management -
IPAM]
Preferred Qualifications: - Three (3) years experience in an A/V technical position
or live production technical environment
- Knowledge of audio and video cables and how to troubleshoot/repair various types (CAT
5/6, XLR, coax, etc.)
- Knowledge of video signals over fiber and coax, networked video, Serial Data, Dante audio over IP,
analog and digital mixers, microphones, projectors and network security
- Driven to learn and teach others, improve
efficiencies and adapt and evolve with changing technology
About the Department With more than 140
years of tradition, Gopher Athletics is one of the oldest and most decorated athletics departments in the country. Minnesota was a charter
member of the Big Ten Conference - our teams have won more than 200 conference titles to go with 26 national titles. There are more than 600
student-athletes and nearly 300 full-time employees in our athletics department. That community has built Minnesota into a nation's
top-ranked public school with respect to student-athlete academic performance in each of the past four years, a span of time during which
the Gophers have won 13 conference team titles and a collection of individual conference and national crowns. Housed in the historic
Dinkytown neighborhood on the northern edge of the University campus, Gopher Athletics is succeeding against a backdrop unique in college
athletics, nestled at the heart of a bustling, modern metro area. We are proud of our decorated history, but we are prepared to achieve even
greater success in the years to come. Ski-U-Mah!
Benefits
Working at the
University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are
interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life
outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays,
and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the
Regents Scholarship
- Low-cost medical,
dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer
contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial
counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro
area
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more
information regarding benefits.
How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for
this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online
application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by
accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an
accommodation during the application process, please e-mail
[email protected] or call (612)
624-8647.
Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in
enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and
retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in
its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status,
disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about
diversity at the U:
Employment
Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is
that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.
About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate,
graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most
vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with
world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service
organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well
as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019,
2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
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