Michigan State University
Documentary & Features Producer / Television Producer/Director I
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48823
Overview
Documentary & Features Producer Join the Emmy Award-winning Spartan Vision team as a Documentary and Features Producer, where you will serve as a primary producer for a brand-new men’s basketball docuseries premiering this fall. In this fast-paced and highly collaborative role, you will help shape the visual identity of Michigan State Athletics by creating impactful content across all digital platforms. This is a high-visibility position where your creativity, technical expertise, and storytelling skills will bring to life the stories of Spartan student-athletes, programs, and traditions for a passionate and expansive audience.
Lead producer for new men’s basketball docuseries.
Film and edit game recaps, highlights, and student-athlete features while emphasizing strong narrative for Michigan State Athletics programs.
Establish and uphold color standards for Spartan Vision’s post-production workflow.
Collaborate with producers to conceptualize, shoot, write, and edit digital content across various platforms.
Fulfill footage requests from media partners, internal departments, and external outlets.
Deliver high-quality content under tight deadlines—often on the same day as events.
Ensure brand consistency across all produced content.
Travel as needed for team coverage and production requirements, including other sports such as football and hockey.
Maintain and care for video production equipment.
Organize, label, and archive footage according to unit standards.
Stay informed about emerging trends in digital media and sports content.
Mentor and support student employees engaged in post-production roles.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Television Production or Telecommunications; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in studio and remote television production, editing and the use of related television equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Highly motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Bachelor's degree in digital media, film production, or a related field
Strong cinematic shooting and visual storytelling abilities
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition) and Microsoft Office
Familiarity with project management tools
Minimum of 3 years’ experience producing video content for an athletic department, team, agency, or media brand
Skilled in color correction/grading, with knowledge of various frame rates and file formats
Ability to juggle multiple projects, perform under pressure, and meet tight deadlines
Strong team player who works well with a variety of stakeholders
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in PC environments
Experience with Sony camera systems
Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
On-site position (not remote)
Experience producing long-form documentary content
FAA Part 107 drone license
Familiarity with 360/VR video production
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 Application Materials
To be considered, all applicants must submit a relevant portfolio of work, including storytelling and cinematography, to brand@ath.msu.edu with the subject indicating the job posting ID.
Special Instructions
To be considered, all applicants must submit a relevant portfolio of work, including storytelling and cinematography, to brand@ath.msu.edu with the subject indicating the job posting ID.
Work Hours
Will include nights and weekends
Website
WWW.MSUSPARTANS.COM
Summary of Physical Demands
Must be able to lift heavy camera equipment
Bidding eligibility ends October 14, 2025 at 11:55 P.M.
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Documentary & Features Producer Join the Emmy Award-winning Spartan Vision team as a Documentary and Features Producer, where you will serve as a primary producer for a brand-new men’s basketball docuseries premiering this fall. In this fast-paced and highly collaborative role, you will help shape the visual identity of Michigan State Athletics by creating impactful content across all digital platforms. This is a high-visibility position where your creativity, technical expertise, and storytelling skills will bring to life the stories of Spartan student-athletes, programs, and traditions for a passionate and expansive audience.
Lead producer for new men’s basketball docuseries.
Film and edit game recaps, highlights, and student-athlete features while emphasizing strong narrative for Michigan State Athletics programs.
Establish and uphold color standards for Spartan Vision’s post-production workflow.
Collaborate with producers to conceptualize, shoot, write, and edit digital content across various platforms.
Fulfill footage requests from media partners, internal departments, and external outlets.
Deliver high-quality content under tight deadlines—often on the same day as events.
Ensure brand consistency across all produced content.
Travel as needed for team coverage and production requirements, including other sports such as football and hockey.
Maintain and care for video production equipment.
Organize, label, and archive footage according to unit standards.
Stay informed about emerging trends in digital media and sports content.
Mentor and support student employees engaged in post-production roles.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Television Production or Telecommunications; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in studio and remote television production, editing and the use of related television equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Highly motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Bachelor's degree in digital media, film production, or a related field
Strong cinematic shooting and visual storytelling abilities
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition) and Microsoft Office
Familiarity with project management tools
Minimum of 3 years’ experience producing video content for an athletic department, team, agency, or media brand
Skilled in color correction/grading, with knowledge of various frame rates and file formats
Ability to juggle multiple projects, perform under pressure, and meet tight deadlines
Strong team player who works well with a variety of stakeholders
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in PC environments
Experience with Sony camera systems
Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
On-site position (not remote)
Experience producing long-form documentary content
FAA Part 107 drone license
Familiarity with 360/VR video production
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 Application Materials
To be considered, all applicants must submit a relevant portfolio of work, including storytelling and cinematography, to brand@ath.msu.edu with the subject indicating the job posting ID.
Special Instructions
To be considered, all applicants must submit a relevant portfolio of work, including storytelling and cinematography, to brand@ath.msu.edu with the subject indicating the job posting ID.
Work Hours
Will include nights and weekends
Website
WWW.MSUSPARTANS.COM
Summary of Physical Demands
Must be able to lift heavy camera equipment
Bidding eligibility ends October 14, 2025 at 11:55 P.M.
#J-18808-Ljbffr