Production Specialist

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

About The Position

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The last day to submit an application for this position is, March 26, 2026 by 11:59pm MST. Production Specialist BYU Broadcasting is seeking a skilled and versatile Production Specialist to support and lead live and studio productions across BYUtv. This role combines technical directing, directing, camera operation, and student-crew training, playing a key part in delivering high-quality live sports and multicamera productions. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-focused team creating content that uplifts, inspires, and connects audiences worldwide, where your technical expertise, leadership, and creativity will directly shape the quality of our broadcasts. The position is ideal for someone who thrives in hands-on production environments, enjoys mentoring developing talent, and can confidently lead live sports broadcasts from both the control room and the field.

Requirements

A firm commitment to the mission of BYU and BYU Broadcasting
Bachelor’s degree in Media Arts, Communications, or a related field; advanced degree a plus
2 years working in professional television or film production OR 6 years Education & Experience equivalent.
Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and people management skills
A firm commitment to the mission of BYU and BYU Broadcasting
Bachelor’s degree in Media Arts, Communications, or a related field; advanced degree a plus
4 years working in professional television or film production OR 6 years Education & Experience equivalent.
Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and people management skills

Responsibilities

Serve as Technical Director for productions while hiring, training, and mentoring student Technical Directors and camera operators.
Teach best practices for multicamera workflows, control room operations, and studio production.
Assist with pre-production planning and ensure smooth operational logistics.
Direct live BYU sports broadcasts (volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball) and other assigned shows.
Lead pre-production meetings, determine production approaches, and coordinate resources.
Execute high-quality multicamera broadcasts in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
Operate cameras for studio, live multicamera, and electronic field productions.
Provide on-set technical instruction and guidance to maintain production quality and consistency.

Benefits

401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
Access to athletic facilities
Excellent medical/dental benefits
Short/long-term disability benefits
Paid parental and maternity leave
Wellness Program
Free on-campus parking
Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU