Broadcasting Graduate Assistant

Position Details

Position Information Position Title Broadcasting Graduate Assistant Academic Year 2024-2025 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary The Broadcasting Graduate Assistant is responsible for duties included but not limited to all aspects of broadcasting : set up, on-air play by play / color analysis, and clean up to create, manage, and maintaining content that strategically enhances the brand of the University of the Incarnate Word in all external communications.

The Broadcasting Graduate Assistant reports to Assistant Director of Brand Engagement.

This is a student position open to current UIW graduate students. Essential Functions

• Works with the broadcasting team throughout the year, assisting in many roles relating to broadcasting services with UIW Athletics.
• Serves as the on-air talent (play-by-play / color analyst) and sideline reporter for all home games, for men’s and women’s basketball, football, baseball, softball, volleyball, and men’s and women’s soccer.
• Serves as the on-air talent for additional events, as assigned by the Assistant Director of Brand Engagement.
• Manages all aspects of broadcast operations, including broadcast rundown, ensuring all radio spots are being played correctly for the SLC and UIW on all ESPN+ streams, working with UIW staff to make sure sponsorship assets are being executed, etc.
• Interviews student-athletes and coaches for pregame / post-game shows and content features.
• Provides voice overwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Self-starter and ability to work without supervision.
• Familiarity with broadcast equipment and audio boards.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Able to work nights and weekends.
• Provides a team player mentality that offers help for the greater good of the team and department.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA. Required Education
• Current UIW graduate student.
• Students awaiting acceptance from UIW graduate program may also apply with job offer contingent upon acceptance.

Required Work Experience Experience with television or radio broadcasting. Preferred Qualifications One year of experience with television or radio outlet.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and be insurable with UIW’s insurance carrier.

Work Hours Required to work all UIW home games that are aired on ESPN+ and other games as assigned Physical Demands Ability to lift equipment, tools, and / or materials weighing up to 25 pounds waist high.