Production Technician

Production Technician Job No: 499111 Work Type: Staff Full-Time Location: Denver, CO Categories: Athletics, Business Operations / Services About the University of Denver Located where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, the University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that defines our region and our history. DU is a private institution built on exploration through research and collaboration among educators, students, and local and global communities. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st-century education, and a deep commitment to promoting belonging, we open a world of opportunity to students and empower them to make a difference around the world. Through learning, scholarship and practice, students gain the experience, knowledge, and courage they need to tackle big challenges in the real world and guide diverse communities and organizations. About the Division of Athletics At the Division of Athletics, we build Pioneers for Life through excellence, character, and connection. We operate with a championship mindset; and we create and foster a winning culture every day. Inspired by our location in the Rocky Mountain West, we always find a better way forward; we work with optimism, passion, grit, and integrity. We forge lasting relationships one interaction at time; and our value to the University of Denver is the degree to which we offer connection points to a broad and diverse community. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next championship or what's next in sports and wellness. We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of. The University of Denver has a proud athletic tradition that compliments the school's academic endeavors. In its history, DU has won 36 national championships and enables student‑athletes to compete on 18 NCAA Division I teams. The Pioneers pursue championships, excel academically, and represent both the University and their respective conferences to the best of their abilities. Position Summary Reporting to the Associate Director of Technical Services, the Production Technician is responsible for all facets of multi-camera productions for the Division of Athletics, including in-game entertainment, webcasts, broadcasts, and commercial events. The position sets up and troubleshoots production equipment, pre-produces video, graphic, and audio content, produces and directs live productions, supervises part-time staff, and logs and archives video content, helping Denver Athletics deliver a championship-caliber game day and broadcast experience for fans, student‑athletes, and partners. The Production Technician works closely with Marketing, Communications, Creative Services, Sponsorship, Ticketing, Events/Operations, Development, and sport programs to execute technical services across the department. Essential Functions Provide technical event support for multi-camera productions, including in-game entertainment, webcasts, broadcasts, and commercial events, across pre-production, live production, and post-production Set up, test, operate, troubleshoot, and tear down audio/video equipment before, during, and after events, ensuring equipment functions properly and is stored correctly Produce and direct multi-camera productions, operating video switchers and routers, audio consoles and signal processing, video servers, display controllers, camera systems, graphics systems, lighting equipment, and intercom/IFB systems Create, organize, load, and remove video, graphic, and audio content on video servers and display controllers, and configure display controllers for each event Supervise, train, and schedule part-time staff, work‑study students, and interns serving on event production crews Coordinate the implementation of technical services with campus and department partners, including Development, Marketing, Communications, Sponsorship, Creative Services, Ticketing, Events/Operations, and sport programs Log and archive video content accurately using Avid editing and storage systems and digital asset management software Assist the Assistant Athletic Director and Associate Director for Technical Services with daily office functions, including event planning and staffing, scheduling, database management, and professional development; identify and resolve equipment problems and perform minor repairs as needed Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficiency with video switchers and routers, audio consoles, camera systems, video servers, display controllers, intercom systems, lighting equipment, graphics systems, and editing/archiving systems Ability to comprehend complex video, audio, scoring, and display systems, including operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing individual components Creative problem-solving skills and sound decision making under pressure, drawing on quantitative and qualitative reasoning and the ability to learn from reflection Ability to prioritize a high volume of work, make independent decisions, and manage multiple tasks efficiently without direct supervision Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret technical documentation and present complex ideas effectively to colleagues, clients, and the general public Attention to detail, customer service orientation, strong organizational skills, and technical aptitude, with an understanding of the department's organizational structure and the unit's place within it Ability to supervise, train, and motivate part-time staff and students in a live-event environment Ability to tolerate frequent, unexpected interruptions and perform effectively in a fast-paced production environment where stress levels are moderate to high Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, often with quick turnarounds between late nights and early mornings Required Qualifications Associate's degree or vocational/technical school degree; relevant experience may substitute for some of the required education Minimum of one year of experience in live event production, broadcast operations, or a related technical field Demonstrated experience operating multi-camera production equipment and systems Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree Five or more years of experience in live event production, broadcast operations, or technical services within college or professional athletics Experience with Avid editing and storage systems and digital asset management software Experience supervising part-time staff, work-study students, or interns Working Environment Professional/technical environment, including arenas, event venues, control rooms, and office settings. Frequent work in large crowds and loud environments; noise level is moderate to high during events. Exposure to all weather conditions during outdoor events. Non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, often with quick turnarounds between late nights and early mornings. Physical Activities Ability to walk and stand for extended periods. Ability to move about, climb stairs and ladders, and access heights such as catwalks. Ability to lift and carry objects greater than 25 lbs. Vision and hearing abilities sufficient to operate audio/video production systems. Ability to sit in front of a computer for extended periods. Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Salary Grade Number The salary grade for the position is 10. Salary Range The salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000. The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status. Benefits The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver. The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights (POWR) Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement. All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history and National Sex Offender Registry background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr