Student Assistant – TV/Video Equipment Operator

Student Assistant – TV/Video Equipment Operator

Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an IMPACT by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in GROWTH through dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn.  We are a COMMUNITY who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day.  At our core is the belief that INCLUSION means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all.

With over 650 student-athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student-athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities. 

Basic Function –

Operate video camera and provide editing support under the Director of Video Production’s supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities –

Camera Operator (70%): 

• Technical operation of our equipment and video capture.
• Set-up audio and video recording equipment including microphones, lighting, and staging equipment. Operate equipment, lighting, and support gear.
• Shoot home athletics events as needed.
• Set-up and operate “green screen” set. 
• Offload and archive footage.

Editor (20%): 

• Operation of editing platforms and storytelling. 
• Operate editing software (Adobe Creative Suite) to organize and edit captured video footage. 
• Support department with project editing for gameday presentation and social content. 
• Resize and re-encode videos for specific display monitors.
• Complete minor photo editing and manipulation such as color correction. 
• Complete archival video footage review and capture, as needed. 

Motion Graphics Animator & Audio Editing (10%): 

• Operation of motion graphics platforms and graphic design. Audio mastering and music editing.
• Operate motion graphics software. 
• Create animation of text and graphics. 
• Complete minor graphic design.
• Complete music editing and manipulation of duration. 
• Use audio sound editing to master sound for various sports facilities. 

Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, the Conference, the State of Washington and any other governing body is of paramount importance to the University. The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations. As a condition of employment, the employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Requirements –

High School graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in electronics, television operations, or production.

Desired –

Additional experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop) and editing preferred. Experience operating Sony cameras and working in a college athletics environment.