Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast & Technical Operations Job at Stanford U

Overview

Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast & Technical Operations — Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation, Stanford, CA. Post Date : September 16, 2025. Requisition #107296.

Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER) is the premier intercollegiate athletic program in the country. We are the Home of Champions and lead the nation with 138 NCAA championship titles. We support nearly 900 student‑athletes across 36 intercollegiate teams and provide the university’s physical education, recreation and wellness initiatives. Our staff embodies excellence and the mission of scholar‑athleticism, guided by the DAPER Way : Embrace Scholar‑Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively. This role inspires champions through first‑class broadcast and technical operations for Stanford Athletics home events.

Summary

Stanford Athletics seeks an Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast & Technical Operations to lead the delivery of a first‑class television broadcast experience and oversee day‑to‑day technical operations, including video boards, audio systems, replay, and coaches film. The successful candidate will be self‑motivated, team‑oriented, organized, and able to orchestrate live event production. The role includes coordinating all live event broadcasts of Stanford Athletics home events and assisting with in‑game production elements. The position collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, including facility and operations, marketing, communications, fan experience, ESPN, the ACC, campus organizations, vendors, and other partners to ensure an optimal event viewing experience. Responsibilities include design, development, execution, and staffing of the broadcast production room and in‑venue video boards. Staffing will include a mix of full‑time and part‑time staff working with the ACC and ESPN. Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director, Operations and Events, the position will oversee a staff of eight to start, plus rotating contingent staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

Broadcast Operations

• Collaborate with campus staff, consultants, and external partners on the design, integration, and execution of the department’s Production Control Room.
• Work with the ACC and ESPN on requirements, event schedules, and production needs to meet desired outcomes.
• Oversee production of live event broadcasts across linear, digital, and in‑venue displays.
• Coordinate and supervise training and development of full‑ and part‑time staff in control room and production techniques.
• Oversee scheduling and staffing for broadcasting and videoboard operations at events.
• Assist in identifying, recruiting, developing, training, and scheduling on‑air talent for each broadcast.
• Develop and lead a team of full‑time and part‑time broadcast professionals, engineers, and game‑day operators / freelancers; conduct ongoing reviews of budgeting and staffing plans; oversee recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating personnel and service providers.
• Maintain technical knowledge to meet the specifications of conference and department partners.
• Ensure equipment readiness and event coverage through scheduling and communication.
• Serve in production room roles as needed, including producer and director.

Video Board Production

Financial and Asset Management

Administrative

Other Duties

Qualifications

DAPER’s Integrity

This position, along with all DAPER coaches and staff, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program and for the reputation of Stanford University. This position must comply with University policies, NCAA and Pac‑12 rules and regulations.

The expected pay range for this position is $127,451 to $130,000 per annum. Stanford provides pay ranges as a good faith estimate of compensation. The final offer will depend on scope, qualifications, budget, equity, location, and market factors.

Why Stanford is for you

Stanford University offers a culture and unique perks intended to empower career growth and personal well‑being. Highlights include :

The job duties listed are typical examples and may vary by department needs. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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