Associate Producer

About the Role The University of Utah Athletics Department seeks an experienced Associate Producer to contribute to the broadcast productions of athletic events and related content. This role supports ESPN+ broadcasts and board show productions, requiring a dynamic individual with deep knowledge of sports broadcast production and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. What You'll Do

• Serve as lead graphics AP or lead tape operator, gathering assets ahead of broadcast and coordinating with the producer and director to allocate assets on event day; mentor students on Replay (EVS), Graphics (Xpression) or Switcher (Carbonite/Acuity/HyperMax) when not actively in those roles.
• Produce and/or Direct ESPN+ broadcasts or board shows under supervision; lead production meetings, create rundowns, gather assets, build graphics lists, and guide broadcast flow.
• Direct ESPN+ shows by preparing for the sport and teams and guiding the camera crew; produce board shows by loading Daktronics content and coordinating with marketing/fan experience teams; teach replay, video, TD and camera roles.
• Plan broadcasts with Creative Producer, Athletics Communications and Digital Media to identify story-lines and ensure technical requirements are met for live and recorded broadcasts.
• Provide creative direction for broadcast content (graphics, replays, features, highlight packages) aligned with Utah Athletics branding.
• Provide technical assistance by supporting onsite leads with camera setups, lighting, audio and equipment; troubleshoot issues during live events.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies; recommend tools and processes to improve fan experience.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, Big 12, ESPN and University guidelines and standards.
• Direct, produce or assist in the production of outside-game events (concerts, graduations, extreme sports, etc.) to deliver high-quality broadcasts. What We're Looking For
• Demonstrated experience in sports broadcasting, media production and content creation.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education substituted for two years of related work experience); two years’ experience with television studio, field and editing techniques and related equipment; familiarity with regulations pertaining to television broadcasting.
• Commitment to provide excellent customer service; strong research, writing, and editing skills; capacity to write and produce, create sophisticated graphics, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential to perform essential functions of the job. Preferences
• Experience in a Power-4 athletics production internship.
• Experience with live streaming platforms & digital broadcasting (e.g., ESPN+, YouTube streams).
• Experience with broadcast graphics & animation software (Xpression, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Experience with University of Utah Athletics, its programs and its fan base. Nice to Have
• Power-4 athletics production internship experience
• Live streaming and digital broadcasting experience
• Broadcast graphics & animation software experience
• Familiarity with Utah Athletics and its fan base Compensation & Benefits
• An excellent benefits package is included (see https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/ for a full description of the benefits package).