Associate AD for Broadcast Engineering

Baylor University is seeking an Associate AD for Broadcast Engineering to lead all technical and engineering operations for Baylor Athletics live broadcasts and in-venue shows. This position requires advanced technical expertise and strategic leadership to ensure production standards are met for over 120 annual productions across various platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Support all ESPN+, Big 12 Conference, and national linear broadcast productions, ensuring technical excellence and consistency across Baylor Athletics events
• Serve as lead broadcast and network systems engineer, maintaining production standards and operational continuity in alignment with conference and network requirements
• Work directly with Big 12 Conference television partners including ESPN, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, NBC Sports, and Turner Sports to meet technical specifications, transmission standards, and broadcast workflows
• Partner with network and conference production teams on site surveys, REMI integrations, transmission testing, and game-day coordination to ensure successful national telecasts
• Partner with the Assistant AD for BaylorVision to coordinate shared staffing, equipment allocation, scheduling, and production logistics for game-day execution
• Foster a culture of creativity and innovation focused on continuous improvement in live production quality
• Oversee daily operations and reliability of all Baylor Athletics control rooms within the SMPTE 2110 IP environment
• Ensure optimal performance of technical infrastructure, including network systems, switchers, routers, replay systems, graphics engines, and intercom platforms
• In partnership with the Assistant AD for BaylorVision, lead strategic coordination with Daktronics and Ross Video for video board systems, show control, ribbon boards, and LED technologies
• Oversee diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs for video board and control room systems to minimize downtime during events and ensure fulfillment of Playfly sponsorship inventory and contractual media elements
• Plan and implement long-term technology upgrades in collaboration with ITS, Event Management and Facilities, and vendors such as Evertz, Grass Valley, and Calrec
• Manage setup for in-venue and live broadcasts, including cameras, audio, graphics, and transmission workflows
• Ensure broadcast and in-venue platforms operate seamlessly together to enhance fan experience and contractual media deliverables
• Supervise broadcast engineering contractors and students; support producers, directors, on-air talent, and technical crews with mentorship and professional development
• Collaborate with the Assistant AD for BaylorVision to enhance the student broadcast program through training, hands-on experience, and career preparation initiatives
• Promote cross-training and alignment with the Branding and Creative Services team to maximize efficiency and consistency in production standards
• Partner with Assistant AD for BaylorVision on capital planning and technology expenditures that support revenue-generating broadcast initiatives and enhance in-venue fan experience, including video board modernization, control room upgrades, and LED display investments
• Maintain service agreements with external broadcast partners and vendors; oversee equipment tracking, maintenance, and repairs
• Collaborate on budget planning, crew scheduling, purchasing, and vendor management for shared systems and resources
• Serve as primary technical liaison for network partners, visiting production units, and conference media representatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Production, Communications, or related field required (experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• 5+ years of experience in live broadcast production or control room operations
• Strong technical knowledge of Evertz, Dante, SMPTE 2110, HDR, Dolby 5.1, and related production systems
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing personnel and live event execution
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, live environments while maintaining a professional work culture