Colorado State University is hiring : Director of Creative Video, Athletics in Fo

Posting Detail Information

Working TitleDirector of Creative Video, Athletics

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office / in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202501494AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional / Research Professional

Classification TitleProf / Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours / Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$60,000 $70,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11 : 59pm (MT) on10 / 27 / 2025

Description of Work Unit

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men's and women's intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I- FBS and the Mountain West Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.

Position Summary

The Director of Creative Video conceptualizes, executes, and delivers creative video content for Colorado State University Athletics. Individual's primary duty involves the performance of work requiring imagination, originality and talent in creation of artistic video content that enhances and extends the Colorado State Athletics brand; individual also collaborates with multiple internal and external constituent groups to identify and capture stories; institutes best practices; assists with development of unit workflows to produce ample and timely content; is actively involved in the game-day atmosphere; and cultivates fan engagement and affinity through effective story telling.

Required Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Experience employing and / or operating various cameras, lighting, audio and other video production equipment required

Minimum of 3 years of previous experience in video production or creative video content (intern, GA and professional experience applicable)

Demonstrated understanding of and competency with visual composition and storytelling

Ability to adapt to the ever-changing video production industry

Ability to work on projects individually as well as within a team

Excellent attention to detail as well as strong organizational, communication, and planning skills

Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license by the employment start date.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Knowledge of applicable NCAA rules and regulations; willingness to report any rules violations; commitment to the Department's culture of compliance

Commitment to performing duties within the parameters of institutional control and to conduct all activities in compliance with NCAA , Mountain West conference and Colorado State University rules and regulations

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryVideo Production

Duty / Responsibility

Create video content including commercials, highlight videos, features, previews, recaps, and other editing responsibilities

Create video content for various social media platforms including but not limited to multimedia audio / video, animation, graphics, and sponsorable content

Travel with teams when applicable to determine and gather appropriate content for future productions

Expected to attend live events and produce social content in-game

Design and create artistic video content that enhances the CSU Brand

Percentage Of Time75

Job Duty CategoryEvent Production

Duty / Responsibility

Assist in development of event production content including opens, headshots, in-game features, post-game highlights and sponsorship elements

Create content that enhances the game-day atmosphere

Percentage Of Time15

Job Duty CategoryManagement

Duty / Responsibility

Manage, train and coordinate student workers

Provide support for non-athletics projects as required

Ensure compliance with all departmental, University, conference and NCAA procedures, rules and regulations

Perform other duties as assigned

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver's License

Search Contactath_athleticjobs@mail.colostate.edu

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents