This position requires the ability work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and travel as needed.
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- Oversees the overall content and flow of the show, ensuring alignment with creative and strategic goals.
- Collaborates closely with talent, ensuring they are prepared for each segment.
- Manages all pre-production activities, including script reviews, shot lists, and segment planning.
- Coordinates with graphics, video tape (VT) operators, and replay teams to ensure timely delivery of assets.
- Directs communication between departments to ensure smooth execution during live broadcasts.
- Assists with managing the production timeline, making decisions on pacing and content inclusion/exclusion.
- Ensures post-production activities, such as content reviews and edits, are completed to the required standards.
- Supervises the Associate Producer and assigns tasks related to segment management and research.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to problem solve and make decisions
- Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions
- Dedication and motivation to initiate, lead and support value-added projects
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, and project a positive, professional attitude
- Knowledge of NCAA, Big 12, and University rules and regulations related to position
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations
- Outstanding organizational skills, including a strong design sense and close attention to detail
1. Describe your knowledge and understanding of NCAA and Big-12 rules and regulations, as they pertain to recruitment and regulations?
2. Please list below any experience you have had since 2015 with high school or college student-athletes. This includes working or volunteering in any capacity with a high school, AAU, sports club, junior college or 4-year institution student-athlete, athletics team or department.
3. Applicants for this position are subject to the following NCAA Bylaws 11.4.2, 11.4.2.1, 11.4.2.2, 11.4.3, 11.4.3.1, 11.4.3.2, 11.4.4, 11.4.4.1, and 11.4.4.2. You may be asked about these Bylaws in an interview, and you may be asked to sign a future affirmation confirming the same prior to or upon your employment by The University of Arizona, if you are selected for employment. Do you understand that by submitting your application for employment you are affirming that you have read these Bylaws, and that such Bylaws would not preclude your employment by The University of Arizona?
4. Are you the parent, coach, relative or guardian of a prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade or 7–12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college student) in the sport of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football or have any other type of association with any prospective student-athlete in the sports of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football? If yes, please explain.
5. Is your potential employment within the athletic department conditioned upon the enrollment of any prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade, 7–12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college) in the sport of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football? If Yes, please explain.
6. Do you understand that failure to disclose any information related to your affiliation with a prospective student-athlete (student in 9-12 grade, 7-12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college) in the sports of football, men’s basketball or women’s basketball might render your application ineligible for consideration?
Freqently Asked Questions
Producers at The University Of Arizona focus heavily on coordinating live broadcasts within an academic sports environment, requiring knowledge of NCAA and Big 12 regulations. This contrasts with commercial media where creative flexibility often outweighs regulatory adherence, making this role uniquely specialized in collegiate athletics production.
Key skills include a deep understanding of NCAA compliance, multitasking under live broadcast pressure, and managing interdepartmental communications. Tucson's growing collegiate sports scene demands producers who can adapt to flexible schedules and navigate university-specific protocols, setting them apart from general video production roles.
Yes, working at The University Of Arizona offers pathways towards senior production roles, especially for those who master NCAA regulations and live event coordination. Tucson's expanding sports media market also opens doors to regional broadcasting and higher education media leadership positions.
The University Of Arizona emphasizes innovative work-life programs and relocation support, which enhances employee development. Producers benefit from targeted training on NCAA regulations and live broadcast management, fostering both technical and regulatory expertise not always found in other media roles.
Producers in Tucson’s university athletics sector generally earn between $55,000 and $70,000 annually, reflecting the specialized NCAA knowledge required and the region’s cost of living. This range may vary with experience and specific responsibilities in live sports content production.
Tucson offers a moderately competitive market with fewer candidates than LA or NYC, where associate producer roles flood the entertainment sector. However, the niche focus on college sports production at The University Of Arizona means candidates with NCAA expertise are in particularly high demand locally.
Tucson’s traffic is generally manageable compared to larger metro areas, but proximity to the university campus is advantageous. Flexible scheduling, including nights and weekends, means producers should consider transit options available during off-peak hours to ensure punctuality for live broadcasts.
Applicants should emphasize their experience with NCAA and Big 12 rules, prior work with college or high school student-athletes, and a track record of managing live production timelines. Demonstrating strong organizational skills and interpersonal communication tailored to athletics broadcasting is crucial.
This role requires seamless communication between graphics, VT operators, replay teams, and talent to ensure smooth live broadcasts. The producer acts as the central coordinator, balancing creative input with operational demands to maintain content flow and timing precision.
Applicants must affirm understanding of specific NCAA bylaws related to recruitment and athlete interactions, as compliance is critical. Knowledge of these regulations not only affects eligibility but also reflects the candidate's readiness to uphold the university's integrity in sports media production.
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