Assistant Director of Creative Video

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Working Title

Assistant Director of Creative Video

Position Location

Fort Collins, CO

Work Location

Position is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional Position

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Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Working Title

Assistant Director of Creative Video

Position Location

Fort Collins, CO

Work Location

Position is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional Position

No

Posting Number

202500960AP

Position Type

Admin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title

Prof/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies

2

Work Hours/Week

40

Proposed Annual Salary Range

$52,000 - $55,000

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) on

07/29/2025

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 NCAA Division I (FBS). The University is a current member of the Mountain West Conference and future member of the Pac-12 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 Assistant 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 required
• Experience employing and/or operating various cameras, lighting, audio, and other video production equipment required
• Minimum of 1 year of previous experience in video production (intern, GA, and professional experience applicable)
• Ability to adapt to the ever-changing video production industry
• Ability to work on projects individually as well as within a team
• Ability to bring fruition to creative ideas
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of applicable NCAA rules and regulations; willingness to report any rules violations; commitment to the Department’s culture of compliance
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience working in intercollegiate athletics, professional sports, or related design/production entity strongly preferred
• Excellent attention to detail as well as strong organizational and planning skills

Essential Duties

| Job Duty Category | Video Production | | Duty/Responsibility |
- Shooting video content to be used for commercials, highlight videos, features, previews, recaps, and other editing responsibilities - Shooting video content for various social media platforms including but not limited to multimedia audio/video, animation, graphics, and sponsor 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 - Maintain technical knowledge by attending design workshops, reviewing professional publications and participating in professional organizations

| | Percentage Of Time | 35 |

| Job Duty Category | Event Production and Live Broadcast | | 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 - Assist with live broadcast and event production in control room

| | Percentage Of Time | 15 |

| Job Duty Category | Collaboration | | Duty/Responsibility |
- Help complete projects by coordinating with outside agencies and assist with footage distribution - Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related responsibilities through collaboration and communication

| | Percentage Of Time | 10 |

| Job Duty Category | Storytelling and Content Creation | | Duty/Responsibility |
- Storyboard and develop content from video production to resonate with recruits and fans to be used in social media, game day, and as needed weekly for the Marketing, Communications, and Development Offices. - Design and create artistic video content with autonomy for social media, interviews, and highlight and recruiting videos for internal and external stakeholders

| | Percentage Of Time | 30 |

| Job Duty Category | Administrative and Team Member | | Duty/Responsibility |
- Attend and participate in unit and department meetings on continual basis - Assist Director of Creative Video with additional tasks as assigned - Assist with supervision and teaching for student employees and freelancers; assist with scheduling weekly coverage by student employees

| | Percentage Of Time | 10 |

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 Employment | Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) | | Search Contact | ath_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 Requested | 3 | | Maximum Requested | 3 |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Will you have a completed bachelor's degree by the desired start date of this position?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Do you have at least one year of professional or internship experience in video production or related field?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Are you legally eligible to work in the United States?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume

Optional Documents

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