The role of Director of Athletic Video oversees the internal video operations of the football video department. The director serves as the staff expert on video and technology and how those tools can be used to assist coaches and players with game planning and scouting.
Essential Functions:
Directs video production for Football by planning, scheduling, and coordinating day-to-day procedures, facilitating internal requests for video of OU Football.
Maintains the video server and database as well 60 client stations in the football complex.
Edits video using football specific software for use by football coaching staff and players
Trains staff by providing instruction in camera operations and care; video techniques, video editing; providing instructions in troubleshooting user problems.
Manages budgets by maintaining accounting and budget processes; monitoring requisitions and invoices for purchases and payments; keeping management informed.
Recommends improvements in products, services and procedures by developing and updating a multi-year plan for implementation and replacement of video equipment; conducting regular maintenance program of video equipment; maintaining and updating computer systems and software to control video/editing equipment.
Maintains records and documents by creating and maintaining a complete film library; maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies, including serial numbers and product codes; monitoring items which need to be insured and depreciated.
Oversee the management and deployment of student athlete iPads.
Maintain facility A/V technology.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Education: Bachelor Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, AND:
36-48 months experience related to journalism, communications, broadcast, broadcast engineering, broadcast production, football video, or related field.
Skills:
Skill in production of video using video editing software
Skill in some or all components of Microsoft Office.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment that often requires irregular hours, nights, weekends and travel
Excellent organizational, problem-solving and communications skills
Proven ability to build relationships, collaborate and work effectively with diverse constituents
Detail-oriented for accuracy of information, data, grammar and brand standards
Advertised Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand, engage in repetitive motions, walk, communicate, hear and see, including color, depth perception and clarity.
Departmental Preferences:
Knowledge of video editing coaching software.
Knowledge of video editing software and graphic design software.
Knowledge of video equipment, cameras, equipment maintenance and industry trends.
Knowledge of electronics and test equipment related to maintenance and repair of audio/visual equipment.
Knowledge of customer service and client relations.
Working knowledge of university, conference and NCAA rules.
Supervision: Team Leader
Special Instructions:
If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing
Diversity Statement
The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by embracing each person’s unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University recognizes that fostering an inclusive environment for all, with particular attention to the needs of historically marginalized populations, is vital to the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission. This enhances the OU experience for all students, faculty and staff, and for the communities that we engage.
