Assistant To Director-Fixed Term

Working/Functional Title

Assistant Director, Football Creative Video

Position Summary

Michigan State Athletics is searching for candidates for an Assistant Director for Football Creative Video. This position will produce video content that informs football recruits, student-athletes, alumni and supporters of the program. The ideal candidate will have a passion for college football, strong storytelling instincts, and proficiency in video editing software. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Brainstorm, film, and edit video content including but not limited to game recaps, short-form social media videos, GIFs, student-athlete feature stories, etc.
• Film video of home and away games, practices, player and community outreach features, and other projects as needed.
• An emphasis will be placed on producing high-volume, eye-catching video content for @MSU_Football social media channels, especially on our key channels – Instagram, X and TikTok.
• Collaborate with the creative team and recruiting to ensure all content is produced efficiently and effectively, while implementing the organization's brand design look and feel to establish consistency across all platforms.
• Support football creative video needs for recruiting – including filming recruiting visits.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends in content creation, digital & social media, and sports.
• Seek out new tools and techniques to enhance content creation.
• Provide guidance and assist interns during office hours, practices & games.
• Maintain organized file & folder structure for all video content on shared platforms (local servers). Organize, log & melt all game footage shortly after each game. Assist with the rolling organization of archives from previous seasons to ensure searchability & efficient structure.
• Transport, set up, and operate various production equipment including cameras, audio, and lighting for location and studio productions
• Other duties as assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Bachelors

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in media production, communications, cinema & TV or related field AND one (1) year of work/intern experience in collegiate or professional athletics. OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience creating short-form video content for social media platforms.
• Demonstrated proficiency with media software (Adobe Creative Suite – comparable alternative will be considered)
• Experience using DSLR and/or cinema cameras
• Experience using audio equipment (lav mics, boom mics, etc.)
• Digital asset management
• Multitasking and prioritizing assignments is critical for this position.

Desired Qualifications

• One (1) year of working experience in a Division I football program or professional sports organization.
• Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects & ability to build motion graphics.
• Working knowledge of Blender (or similar program) & ability to build 3D assets.
• A working understanding of social media platforms & proven ability to create platform-specific content (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, etc)
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter 

Summary of Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry heavy video equipment. 

Website

www.msuspartans.com

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.