Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Production Assistant |
| Posting Number |
25TM0342 |
| Department |
Athletics Events - Operations |
| Overview |
The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Production Assistant for Athletics Events - Operations.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Assists with production of live broadcasts for B1G+/Student U at Rutgers Athletics events. Assists student crews, talent and athletic staff to produce broadcasts for Big Ten Network platforms.
- Acts as an alternate producer for broadcasts during multi-sport conflicts on campus
- Assists with training and scheduling of student workers.
- Assists with setup/production of live events at Rutgers Athletics venues, which includes parking/powering production trailer, cabling and equipment setup.
- Assists with shooting, streaming and editing press conferences and highlight packages posted to website and social media.
- Assists with production requests from Big Ten Network, including remote studio operation.
- Assists production technicians for video board events at stadium and arena.
- Acts as a fill-in crew member, as needed, for gameday video board productions.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Salary Details |
$20 - $25/hourly |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status |
Part Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
19.75 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
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| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
- A valid driver's license would be required for this position, and access to a reliable vehicle or other dependable means of transportation.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop.
- Ability to work under time constraints and meet assigned deadlines.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting, communications or a related field.
- Experience in any or all of the following: working in a NCAA Division I Athletic Department or equivalent professional level, in EFP/remote sports production, equipment setup and troubleshooting and with broadcast-quality cameras and Viz RT/Trio character generators.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
- Ability to lift heavy objects.
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| Special Conditions |
- Must be available to work evenings/weekends and holidays.
- Clean Driving Record.
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
08/19/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
08/27/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below)
https://scarletknights.com/documents/2025/6/12/IAWP_Affirmation.pdf |
| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Busch (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
Piscataway |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
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