Job Description
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox Sports
FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL’s America’s Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Big Ten Network is seeking an On-Campus Multiplatform Video Producer/Editor (MVPE) at the University of Iowa. The MVPE will support the ideation, creation, and on-site production of Iowa Athletics content across BTN platforms, with a focus on digital and social media opportunities. You will report directly to the Chicago-based Senior Manager, Digital, and you will be based in Iowa City, IA.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create and deliver year-round Iowa Athletics video content for BTN’s social, digital and broadcast channels
- Collaborate with Senior Manager, Digital, and Content Coordinators to produce video content for digital and social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube)
- Use sound editorial judgement and BTN/Iowa viewer trends to produce content/highlights to serve an Iowa audience
- Drive day-to-day content collaboration with the Iowa Athletics Department (Communications, Social Media, and Video Teams)
- Shoot, edit, and produce long-form storytelling content for BTN’s Crossover Franchise series, including At The Net (volleyball), On The Pitch (soccer), On The Beam (gymnastics), On The Mat (wrestling), On The Court (women’s basketball), and At The Plate (baseball/softball)
- Shoot, edit, and deliver content from live sporting events
- Perform pre/post video production optimized for social media sharing
- Ensure all content aligns with brand standards – consistent in style, quality, and voice
- Cover real-time breaking Iowa Athletics news
- Occasionally execute duties of field producer on ENG shoots
- Manage video inventory and share assets with key internal stakeholders
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- 1+ years of experience producing custom digital video content
- Extensive knowledge of digital video production and content management systems
- Extensive knowledge of all things culturally relevant to Iowa Athletics, Big Ten Athletics, and pop culture
- Familiarity with Big Ten Network’s programming, talent, and brand initiatives
- Demonstrated ability to shoot video content at sporting events
- Demonstrated ability to provide constructive feedback to others as well as seek out and accept constructive feedback for your individual performance
- Demonstrated ability to be proactive, take initiative, and meet strategic deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Established ability to create and produce compelling stories; generate and execute ideas from concept to execution
- Proficiency in the use of technology platforms and graphic design software packages (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, 3D Software)
- Excellent attention to detail and outstanding organizational and project management skills
- Able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on digital media production preferred or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated production and editing experience with intercollegiate athletics programs or professional sports teams
Job Tags
Flexible hours, Afternoon shift