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Position Information

Posting Number 20113112

Position Title Production Coordinator

FTE 1.0

Position Type Staff

Department IT Infrastructure Svcs

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The primary role of the Production Coordinator is to work with a team to produce all ESPN , and Facebook Live productions for Lamar University Athletics and events for Big Red Productions. This includes all aspects of production, including pre-production and postproduction duties. The Production Coordinator must be skilled in troubleshooting technical equipment and have a full understanding of various broadcast technologies, and how they work in conjunction with each other, including replay, graphics, and audio. The Production Coordinator may also supervise and train student staff, and part time employees. Other duties may be assigned.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

+ Assist with day-to-day duties for athletics video.

+ In charge of pre-production, production, and post-production of all live broadcasts.

+ In charge of broadcast engineering operations including preventive maintenance of video switchers, video router, communication devices, distribution amplifiers, and all other equipment required to produce a televised broadcast.

+ Schedule of broadcast operations crew for multiple sports.

+ Provide production knowledge during live broadcasts.

+ Stay current on latest trends within broadcast/production field.

+ Maintain rapport with university athletics staff.

+ Supervise student and part time staff.

+ Work with Associate Director for Athletics AV and Broadcasting to provide a yearly budget request.

+ Monitor and maintain all contract and service agreements for services and equipment upkeep.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by the department head. Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to needs of the university.

Key Competencies: (KSAs – Knowledge Skills and Abilities)

+ Skilled in troubleshooting audio visual and Broadcast equipment.

+ Skilled in all areas of broadcasting.

+ Knowledge of video equipment Knowledge of graphic production.

+ Ability to produce video content including shooting and editing.

+ Ability to supervise student staff required.

+ Ability to work nights/weekends required.

+ Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred.

+ Strict adherence to established NCAA , Southland Conference, Texas State University System, and Lamar University rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand for long periods. Must be able to lift and move up to 30 lbs.

Job Conditions: Candidate could work in inclement weather, heat and cold.

Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:

+ Health, dental & vision insurance

+ Life insurance

+ State of Texas Retirement plans

+ Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

+ Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/hr-services/benefits/index.html)

Minimum Qualifications

+ Associate’s degree or 3 to 5 years’ experience in a related field.

+ Experience in live broadcast production.

+ Experience with broadcast logistics.

EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with graphics and replay software.

+ Knowledge of video switching.

+ Knowledge Broadcast related routing.

+ Basic engineering skills, including making appropriate cables

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary $44,212 - $57,475

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 05/19/2025

Close Date 08/18/2025

Open Until Filled No

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