Broadcast Associate, Sports

This is a Freelance Job

Broadcast Associate - CBS Sports (Freelance)

The freelance Broadcast Associate will be responsible for a variety of production responsibilities to support our game and studio coverage. Responsibilities include coordinating graphics on live game broadcasts and studio shows, as well as sport specific research, not limited to but including NFL and college football, college basketball, WNBA and PGA Tour golf. The Broadcast Associate will also be involved with obtaining, organizing, and logging video footage for use in shows and other production elements.

Nights, weekends and holidays are to be expected.

Responsibilities:
• Research ideas and statistics that would make for interesting, storytelling graphics on live game telecasts.
• Oversee building of graphics from start to finish, including editorial content, layout and accuracy.
• Coordinating the live use of graphics on a variety of sporting events.
• Help organize, screen and log videotape for use in broadcasts.
• Assist Producers and Associate Directors with edits and other production content.

Basic Qualifications
• Excellent working knowledge of and interest in sports, especially NFL, college football, college basketball, WNBA and Golf.
• Ability to work well with others and thrive in a group working environment.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, multi-tasking skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Travel to games and events is expected.
• Prior experience in Sports Broadcast Television is a plus.
• College Degree.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION