Broadcasting Graduate Assistant

Broadcasting Graduate Assistant

Position Details

Position Information Position Title Broadcasting Graduate Assistant Academic Year 2026-2027

UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary The University of the Incarnate Word is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Athletics Broadcasting Graduate Assistant. The Broadcasting Graduate Assistant is responsible for duties included but not limited to all aspects of broadcasting: set up, on-air play by play/color analysis, and clean up with the goal of creating, managing, and maintaining content that strategically enhances the brand of the University of the Incarnate Word in all external communications. The Broadcasting Graduate Assistant reports to Assistant Director, Office of Communications and Brand Marketing.

This is a student position open to UIW graduate students only.

Essential Functions

• Works with the broadcasting team throughout the year, assisting in many roles relating to broadcasting services with UIW Athletics.
• Serves as the on-air talent (play by play/color analyst) for all football games both home and away, as well as all home games for men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and men’s and women’s soccer.
• Serves as the on-air talent for additional events, as assigned by the Assistant Director of Brand Engagement.
• Manages all aspects of broadcast operations: including broadcast rundown, ensuring all radio spots are being played correctly, running online audio stream, working with UIW staff to make sure sponsorship assets are being executed, etc.
• Interviews student-athletes and coaches for pregame/post-game shows and content features.
• Provides voice overwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong writing and communication skills.

• Self-starter and ability to work without supervision.

• Familiarity with broadcast equipment and audio boards.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;

• Able to work nights and weekends;

• Provides a team player mentality that offers help for the greater good of the team and department;

• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA

• Required Education

• Current UIW graduate student in Communication Arts.

• Required Work Experience

• One year of experience with television or radio outlet.

• Preferred Qualifications

• None.

• Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• Must have a valid driver’s license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW.

• Work Hours

• Monday – Friday, up to 25 hours.

• Extended hours as required, including weekends, evenings and some holidays based on team schedule.

• Physical Demands

• Ability to lift equipment, tools, and/or materials weighing up to 25 pounds waist high.

• Posting Details

• Posting Number

• STU1663PO

• Number of Vacancies

• 1

• Job Type

• Part Time

• Job Category

• Students

• Desired Start Date

• 08/03/2026

• Multi-Hire Pool

• No

• Position End Date (if temporary)

• Reports to

• Assistant Director, Office of Communications and Brand Marketing

Salary

Tuition Waiver

Open Date 07/29/2026

Close Date 05/15/2027

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant None.

EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Student Class Schedule

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current UIW student?
• Yes, I am a doctoral student
• Yes, I am a graduate student
• Yes, I am a senior
• Yes, I am a junior
• Yes, I am a sophomore
• Yes, I am a freshman
• No, I am not a UIW student

What is the major of your Graduate Degree?

(Open Ended Question)

• * Please describe your experience with television or radio broadcasting.

(Open Ended Question)