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Broadcast Technologies Specialist

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite, Audio Editing, Audiovisual, Automation, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcasting, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Digital Media, Emergency Response, Employee Orientation, Fortune 500 Customers, Higher Education, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Media Production, Multitasking, Newsroom, On Call, Operational Support, People Management, Podcasting, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Quality Management, Staff Training, Streaming Technology, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Support, Television Broadcasting, Training/Teaching, Video Editing, Video Production
LOCATION
Fayetteville, AR
POSTED
1 day ago
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Closing Date:
06/20/2026
Type of Position:
Broadcast Services

Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department:
Student Media

Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:
The Broadcast Technologies Specialist supports Student Media operations across UATV (student television station), KXUA (student radio station), and Main Hill Media by ensuring studio, control room, and podcasting systems are reliable and ready for daily use. The role provides hands-on technical support, training, and troubleshooting for students, faculty, and staff working in live and recorded broadcast and media production. In addition, this position supports broadcast instruction in the classroom and supervises a small team of student workers providing guidance and oversight during live UATV News broadcasts and day-to-day production needs.

Due to the nature of live production, this position requires the availability for flexible scheduling, including evenings. This position requires the willingness to accept 24/7 on-call response for emergencies.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism, media production, communications, information technology, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
  • At least three years of experience working with audio, video, or broadcast production systems
  • At least three years of experience with live studio, newsroom or event production environments
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in student media, newsroom, or broadcast production environments
  • Prior experience supervising or training student employees or entry-level staff
  • Experience working with live production systems, including switching, automation, and streaming tools
  • Experience working with audio and video editing tools (such as Adobe Creative Cloud) and Ross systems (such as Inception, Expression, and Streamline or similar platforms)
  • Experience supporting classroom instruction or media lab-based learning environments
  • Experience in broadcast engineering, IT support, or production systems management
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of live broadcast and digital media production workflows, including studio control rooms, newsroom operations, and live event production
  • Knowledge of broadcast systems and tools such as switching, automation, streaming platforms, and media asset workflows
  • Skill in diagnosing and resolving technical issues quickly in live production environments under time constraints
  • Skill in operating and supporting audio/video production and editing tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud and similar platforms)
  • Ability to train and support students, faculty, and non-technical users in the operation of production equipment and systems
  • Ability to supervise student employees and provide clear instruction in a hands-on, learning-centered environment
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced media production setting while maintaining attention to detail and production quality
  • Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with users across student media, academic, and technical teams


Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$51,021 (Commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Tiffany King
Director of Student Media
txk014@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping, Talking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes

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