Assistant Director of Production Television ProducerDirector I
Assistant Director of Production Television ProducerDirector I
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Job Description
Working/Functional Title
Assistant Director of Production
Position Summary
The Department of Athletics at Michigan State University is searching for an Assistant Director of Production to help lead highend cinematography and serve as a primary producer for a brandnew team docuseries premiering this fall. In this fastpaced and highly collaborative role you will help shape the visual identity of Michigan State Athletics by creating impactful content across all digital platforms.
This is a highvisibility position where your creativity technical expertise and storytelling skills will bring to life the stories of Spartan studentathletes programs and traditions for a passionate and expansive audience.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead producer for one of MSUs flagship team docuseries under the Spartans AllAccess umbrella.
- Film and edit game recaps highlights and studentathlete features while emphasizing strong narrative.
- Establish and uphold color standards for Spartan Visions postproduction workflow.
- Collaborate with producers to conceptualize write and edit digital content across various platforms.
- Mentor and support student employees engaged in postproduction roles.
- Fulfill footage requests from media partners internal departments and external outlets.
- Deliver highquality content under tight deadlinesoften on the same day as events.
- Ensure brand consistency across all produced content.
- Travel as needed for team coverage and production requirements.
- Maintain and care for video production equipment.
- Organize label and archive footage according to unit standards.
- Stay informed about emerging trends in digital media and sports content.
Minimum Requirements
- Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a fouryear degree in television production telecommunications digital media film production or a related field
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere After Effects Photoshop Audition)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and project management tools
- Minimum of 3 years experience producing video content for an athletic department team agency or media brand
- Skilled in color correction/grading with knowledge of various frame rates and file formats
- Ability to juggle multiple projects perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in PC environments
- Experience with Sony camera systems
- Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
- Onsite position (not remote)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience producing longform documentary content
- FAA Part 107 drone license
- Familiarity with 360/VR video production
- Highly motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong cinematic shooting and visual storytelling abilities
- Strong team player who works well with a variety of stakeholders
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover Letter
To be considered all applicants must submit a portfolio of work to with the subject indicating the job posting ID.
Work Hours
Work hours are variable and flexible including nights and weekends
Website
Summary of Physical Demands
Ability to lift heavy video equipment (up to 50 pounds) over shoulders.
Bidding eligibility ends April 15 2025 at 11:55 PM
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
