Director, Gameday Entertainment - Men's Basketball (6403C) Intercollegiate Athletics 86762

Director, Gameday Entertainment - Men's Basketball Departmental Overview The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 275 staff members and coaches and sponsors 30 varsity sports programs. These 30 programs include more than 850 student-athletes who participate in the various sports programs annually within the National Collegiate Athletics Association. Position Summary The Director, Gameday Entertainment Men's Basketball exists to orchestrate and elevate Cal athletic events into premier entertainment experiences, rivaling professional and NCAA Power 4 Conference standards, driving deep fan loyalty and measurable revenue growth. This position serves as the primary architect and show caller for the in‑venue experience, reimagining gameday as a high‑stakes, full‑scale production. The Director, Gameday Entertainment Men's Basketball spearheads the end‑to‑end execution of live shows from complex scripting and game presentation direction to halftime spectacles and integrated sponsorship activations. The role mobilizes the crowd through data‑driven atmosphere strategies, using video, music, and storytelling to enhance Cal’s national reputation. By aligning internal marketing, production, and athletic units, this position creates a seamless emotional arc that attracts elite recruits and brands. The Director, Gameday Entertainment Men's Basketball also collaborates extensively with internal units to seamlessly integrate all production logistics, sponsorship activations, marketing campaigns, theme games and storytelling within the live entertainment show flow. This role is responsible for recruiting, building, and supervising a consistent workforce of students and interns to scale gameday entertainment support across the events. Additionally, this position creates a comprehensive gameday entertainment training program for student staff, mentoring them in the execution of professional‑level storytelling, ensuring every show reflects the excellence of the Cal brand. Responsibilities Show Direction & Executive Production Serve as the "show caller" and lead architect for all home athletic events; orchestrate end‑to‑end production, including detailed scripting, game presentation oversight, video board integration, and musical atmosphere to ensure a professional‑grade fan experience while ensuring it meets the standards of a premier entertainment event. Strategic Brand & Revenue Integration Align marketing campaigns, sponsorship activations, and NIL initiatives into the live show flow; transform commercial requirements into organic, high‑energy entertainment segments that drive partner ROI and department revenue. Talent Recruitment & Mentorship Mobilize and supervise a scalable workforce of students and interns; architect a professional‑level training program that mentors staff in live production, technical execution, and brand‑consistent storytelling. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Synchronize with Facilities, Operations, Marketing, and Spirit squads to ensure seamless logistics; act as the primary point of contact for integrating departmental goals into the live event framework. Innovation & Experience Design Spearhead the evolution of gameday traditions by integrating emerging technology (lighting, mobile apps, AI) and data‑driven fan feedback to modernize the atmosphere and attract elite recruits and brands. Budgeting & Strategy Manage gameday entertainment budgets, track expenses, and evaluate the fan engagement via feedback and data to improve future events. Quality Control & Post‑Event Analysis Govern the post‑game review process by analyzing fan sentiment and production performance; implement continuous improvements to maintain Power 4 conference excellence. Required Qualifications Expert ability to direct live, multi‑camera productions, cueing audio, video, lighting, and on‑field talent with precision. Deep knowledge of professional broadcast hardware and show‑flow software. Skill in drafting minute‑by‑minute Rundowns of Show (ROS) that integrate technical cues with entertainment segments. Proficiency in integrating modern fan‑engagement tools like synchronized LED lighting, mobile app triggers, and AI‑driven content. Ability to translate corporate partner KPIs into organic, high‑energy in‑venue "moments" that drive ROI without losing the crowd. Skill in analyzing fan sentiment and attendance data to engineer "emotional arcs" that increase loyalty and revenue. Expert understanding of brand storytelling to ensure every video, graphic, and announcement reinforces the "Cal" identity. Knowledge of navigating Name, Image, and Likness (NIL) regulations to highlight student‑athletes within the live show flow. Problem‑solving skills; multi‑task, work with frequent interruptions, and effective listener. Strong skills in coaching and mentoring lower level staff. Time and project management skills to effectively establish priorities and meet competing deadlines both for themself and the team. Interpersonal communications and people management skills to interact effectively with a variety of clients, staff and vendors. Strong fiscal responsibility to plan and manage the Gameday Entertainment budget. Experience recruiting, supervising, and scheduling numerous students/interns across multiple simultaneous events. Ability to synchronize goals between units. Familiarity with the production benchmarks of elite NCAA conferences or professional sports leagues. Must maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the Pacific‑12 Conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), as well as other associations and agencies to which the Berkeley campus of the University of California adheres, and at all times avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards and/or the ability to learn. Advanced knowledge of program activity and best practices. Proficiency in the use of computer applications relevant to job duties and/or the ability to learn. Education / Training Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Salary & Benefits The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $105,000-$115,000. This is an exempt, monthly‑paid position and a full‑time (40 hours/week) career position eligible for UC benefits. For additional information about the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Driving Requirement Required to hold a valid driver's license and a driving record in accordance with local policies/procedures. Legal and Compliance Statements This position is not a visa opportunity and does not include sponsorship of a new consular H‑1B visa petition. The position will be governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Communications, Marketing, and Sales Professionals, represented by the UAW. This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter; the candidate must acknowledge and fulfill Mandated Reporter responsibilities. As a condition of employment, the candidate must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions related to misconduct within the last seven years. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California