Assistant Director of Media Production - Video and Art

Position Summary Information

Summary Will oversee the production of all CBU Athletics department marketing video and graphic projects. Oversee the operation and maintenance of video and photography equipment. Hire, train, and supervise video and graphic student-interns. Essential Duties and Responsibilities I nclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.1. Work under the supervision of the Director of Media Production to plan, script, produce video content for the CBU Athletics department including but not limited to : Athletics hype videos, highlights of sporting events, interviews with coaches and student-athletes, promotional videos for athletic events, social media promotion videos, and recruiting materials.2. Produce in-game video content that will be used to create an engaging fan experience, as well as leverage sponsorships in the Events Center, as well as other venues with video displays.3. Supervise the Graphic Designer, Assistant Marketing, and help to manage workload, and ensure deadlines are met.4. Manage the inventory, maintenance, and improvement of all Athletics owned video equipment.5. Make recommendations on video equipment needed to keep videos at the highest quality.6. Maintain, organize, and archive video using metadata and network based servers.7. Hire, train, and coordinate student workers and interns in media production related tasks.8. Lead weekly Media Production meetings designed to ensure deadlines for art and video requests are made.9. Work with Athletics Marketing and Sports Communication to achieve goals for cbulancers.com and department and team social media accounts.10. Adhere to all institutional, conference and NCAA by-laws and regulations.11. Understand and agree to abide by the mission of CBU and the CBU Athletics Department.12. Must be available to work nights and weekends. Some travel may be required Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises the Graphic Designer – Assistant Marketing employee. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

• Skill and knowledge in the operation of cinematic full frame video cameras and filming techniques.
• Skill and knowledge in lighting as it pertains to video and filming.
• Working knowledge of audio principles including but not limited to : EQ, Compression, Reverb, Recording, Mixing and Editing.
• Skill in 3D video animation and editing using Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, or similar.
• Skill in using Mac OSX, and Windows Platforms.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
• A thorough knowledge of : Business English and arithmetic; general office methods, procedures and practices.
• Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student body.
• Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Strong organizational skills and detailed oriented.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and / or special events.
• Knowledge of standard budgeting and expenditure control procedures and documentation.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Ability to travel, work evenings, over holiday breaks and weekends.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard or other office equipment. In addition, holding / supporting heavy camera equipment for extended periods of time. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : This position spends a lot of time on the field, court, or at the pool capturing video content. Often times there is loud music or announcements from the PA system and since a lot of the work takes place outside, sometimes work will be performed in the heat of the sun, or in relatively cold conditions. Education and / or Experience Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.