Details **Open Date** 02/13/2026 **Requisition Number** PRN44280B **Job Title** Sr Producer **Working Title** Director of Big Screens **Career Progression Track** F **Track Level** **FLSA Code** Administrative **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No **Standard Hours per Week** 40 **Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** **VP Area** President **Department** 00327 - Athletics Department **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** DOE **Close Date** 05/13/2026 **Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** **Job Summary** The Director of Big Screens position is responsible for helping coordinate, direct and produce University of Utah game-day in-venue experience, select ESPN Digital Broadcasts for multiple NCAA sports, and assorted University events including concerts, speaking and entertainment ventures. We are looking for someone that will take a hands-on approach in collaborating directly with the events, marketing and creative staff at the University of Utah. This position will report to the Assistant AD of Broadcast Operations and will work within a team of 6 dedicated to becoming a top production department across all collegiate institutions. If you love sports and live events, enjoy collaborating on new ideas, and are highly motivated to create the best experience for our student athletes, fans and fellow staff members, this role is your chance to improve your craft. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a growing and exciting athletic department that values your initiative, creativity, and dedication. **Responsibilities** + Ensure the preparation, operation and content loading of athletic video boards for events at both Rice Eccles Stadium and the Jon M Huntsman Center. + Serve as the main producer and/or director for major events, with the responsibility of coordinating, executing and leading a 10–15-person production crew. + Assist with the growth and development of an internship program that will provide University students the opportunity to learn live production and cover live events across multiple control room positions. + Will be included in the coordination of weekly office hours and learning opportunities to grow students’ skills. + Coordinate with Marketing and JMI corporate partners to ensure execution of both in-game sponsorship and fan-engagement promotions. + Assist the Director of Broadcast Production with select ESPN+ productions when venue video boards are not in use, serving as a director for soccer, baseball and softball when able. + Work closely with the Broadcast Engineer to maintain the upkeep of cameras and associated peripherals. + Uphold department branding guideline & identity standards. + Maintain working knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA , Big-12, and institutional rules and regulations laid out by University Compliance. **Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required** Nearly Continuously: Office environment. **Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required** Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field + Five years demonstrated experience in power 4 conference collegiate or any assortment of professional sports teams with jumbotron productions, or equivalency; and a commitment to be an excellent collaborator and teammate. + Knowledge of football, basketball, volleyball is vital. Gymnastics, baseball and softball knowledge is highly preferred. + Should include experience in the following: production in journalistic or public affairs based programming; studio, remote and field work; experience as an editor, broadcast producer or director for linear or streaming platforms. Must be able to work under stressful situations and have an understanding of journalistic, ethical and editorial convention. **Preferences** + Experience with helping run a student video program. + Proficiency with Adobe Suite and standard broadcast mediums. + Experience with Power 4 venue jumbotron productions protocols and procedures + Background working NCAA Championship Events. + Familiarity with Sony Cameras, Ross Acuity/Carbonite/Touchdrive switchers, and EVS replay systems. + Knowledge of Daktronics Show Control and Ross XPression highly desired **Type** Benefited Staff **Special Instructions Summary** **Additional Information** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. 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