Job Identification: 42618
Job Category: Athletics
Apply Before: 02/19/2026, 02:06 PM
Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
Locations: 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
Essential Personnel: No
Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Assistant Vice President, Broadcasting Operations provides leadership and operational oversight for the execution and delivery of high-quality broadcast and digital streaming productions for University of South Florida Athletics. This position serves as the primary operational and production lead for assigned live broadcasts and network-level telecasts and works in close partnership with the Associate Vice President, Broadcast and Live Event Productions. The role is responsible for day-to-day production management, creative and technical execution, staffing coordination, and continuous improvement of USF's broadcast operations.
ResponsibilitiesKey ResponsibilitiesBroadcast Production & Operations- Support the planning and execution of live broadcasts and digital streaming productions for USF Athletics.
- Serve in a producing and assistant producing role for assigned live broadcasts and conference- or network-required telecasts.
- Coordinate broadcast logistics, schedules, and production requirements with conference offices and broadcast partners, including ESPN.
- Provide creative and technical direction in collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Broadcast and Live Event Productions.
- Oversee daily production operations, including staffing, scheduling, call sheets, rundowns, and run-of-show development.
- Direct and coordinate production crews, technical staff, freelancers, and student employees.
Content Development & Post-Production- Support the creation of broadcast content, including concept development and execution.
- Oversee post-production workflows, including editing, graphics, highlights, and content delivery.
- Ensure all post-production deliverables meet established quality standards and deadlines.
- Maintain consistent production quality across linear, conference network, and digital streaming platforms.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement- Work collaboratively with conference partners, broadcast networks, production vendors, and internal athletics stakeholders.
- Partner with marketing, sponsorship, and digital teams to align broadcast content with departmental objectives.
- Support cross-functional initiatives to enhance fan engagement and brand visibility.
Budget, Equipment & Vendor Management- Assist in the development and management of broadcast and post-production budgets.
- Monitor equipment needs and support procurement, documentation, and inventory management.
- Coordinate with vendors to support broadcast and post-production technology and services.
- Assist with receiving, documentation, and tracking of production equipment and assets.
Compliance, Training & Development- Ensure production workflows align with University and departmental policies and internal controls.
- Support compliance with institutional, conference, and network standards.
- Train and mentor student employees, interns, and part-time staff.
- Stay current with emerging broadcast and post-production technologies and best practices.
Other Duties- Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in broadcasting, media production, communications, or a related field, or a combination of education and relevant professional experience.
- Minimum of five years of experience in live broadcast or network television production.
- Experience in producing, assistant producing, or production management roles.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing post-production workflows.
- Strong knowledge of broadcast control room operations and production workflows.
- Experience coordinating productions with broadcast networks or conference partners.
- Working knowledge of broadcast and post-production equipment and technologies.
- Experience supervising production crews, freelancers, or student employees.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.
* Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
* SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
* A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
* (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
* (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
* (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
* (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
* (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
* Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
* Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in higher education athletics or professional sports broadcasting.
- Experience producing or supporting network-level sports telecasts.
- Experience working with ESPN or conference production standards.
- Experience managing post-production teams or workflows.
- Experience with budget tracking and inventory management.
About UsWorking at USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at
www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the
Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
