Assistant Director of Multimedia & Creative Production

Ball State University welcomes applications for an Assistant Director of Multimedia & Creative Production.

This full-time opportunity includes a generous benefits package with health insurance, retirement programs, educational assistance, and much more.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

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Responsible for producing creative video content for Ball State's athletics programs and external platforms.

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Multimedia, or a related field of study by date of employment.

One year of experience in an athletics environment.

Good interpersonal, management, and organizational skills;

Master's degree.

Three years of experience in a NCAA Division 1 athletic department.

Strong content creation background, creative ideas, and have a proven track record for creating high level content. Ability to work in a team/collaborative environment is critical.

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Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Produce high level video content for Ball State Athletics that includes shooting and editing dynamic pieces for all sport platforms, i.e. website, social channels, television network, in-venue, live production, etc.

Responsible for content creation plans and execution for assigned sports and projects.

Serve as liaison between Athletics and University Media Services and Sports Link.

Work closely with Athletics Communications and external departments to ensure full integration and interactivity with all digital platforms.

Oversee a staff of student assistants while recruiting, mentoring and collaborating with students and department staff on all aspects of photo and video production.

Travel with various Ball State Athletics sports teams, as assigned, to capture, edit, and develop event-related footage.

Plan, develop and implement goals and objectives for Athletics Communications as they relate to video and multimedia applications, particularly as it pertains to live and on-demand video content.

Identify creative avenues and new technologies to use to enhance the university athletics brand, university core values and NCAA philosophy across campus and to the surrounding community.

Potential opportunity to serve as communications contact for assigned sports.

Show commitment to and responsibility for, adherence to all rules and regulations of Ball State University, the Mid-American Conference, and the NCAA.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.