Director of Media Services en Dallas Baptist University

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: 

Must be a Christian who is a member of a church that holds Jesus Christ to be their Savior and Lord, and who holds solely the Old Testament and the New Testament as sacred Scriptures. 

DBU requires employees to follow all University policies and procedures, which exist to support the Christian mission of DBU and includes, but is not limited to, a Christian Code of Conduct. Click here to read

GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
Dallas Baptist University is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Media Services to lead and oversee all aspects of audio, video, and lighting production on campus. This role requires a dedicated professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, possesses strong leadership and technical expertise, and is committed to supporting the university’s mission and vision. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical proficiency, strategic planning, and team leadership to enhance the overall production quality of campus events and broadcasts.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•Must have an understanding of the Mission and Vision of Dallas Baptist University.
•Bachelors Degree in business, communications, or related field of study.
•A minimum of five years of hands-on experience in audio, video, lighting, and production leadership
•At least three years of experience in AVL systems integration
•Strong leadership abilities, with the capacity to manage diverse personalities in high-pressure environments
•Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
•Demonstrates management and leadership capabilities
•Experience in financial management and budgeting
•Proficiency in computer applications relevant to AVL operations
•Problem-solving expertise with attention to detail
•Ability to maintain professionalism and situational awareness in stressful environments.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Overseeing and supporting Production Coordinators and student workers in the operation of AVL systems for all campus events
•Collaborating with the Broadcast Coordinator to plan and execute high-quality broadcasts, including ESPN+ broadcasts for baseball and other athletic events
•Designing, planning, and advising on AVL systems across campus, working both internally with staff and externally with contractors
•Providing guidance and technical support to various departments regarding their audio/visual needs
•Recruiting, training, and supervising student workers to ensure smooth event operations
•Managing the department’s annual operating budget, ensuring responsible financial planning and resource allocation
•Performing additional duties as assigned by the President, Senior Vice President, and Assistant Vice President for Administrative Affairs

WORK SCHEDULE:
The Director will have regular hours as agreed upon with the Assistant Vice President for Administrative Affairs however evenings and weekends will be required as campus events warrant.

WORK LOCATION:

This position will work on the main campus, located at 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211